Country singer Toby Keith, known for hits such as “Red Solo Cup” and “Made in America”, died at the age of 62 on Monday after a two-year battle with stomach cancer.
He boldly made his mark in the country music industry but quietly lived out his last days with an unwavering faith in Jesus Christ turning to prayer in the midst of one of the most challenging times in his life.
“Toby Keith passed peacefully last night on Feb. 5 surrounded by his family,” read a statement posted by his family on X. “He fought his fight with grace and courage.”
— Toby Keith (@tobykeith) February 6, 2024
“Please respect the privacy of his family at this time,” the message concluded.
Keith opened up about his illness when he received the Country Icon Award at the People’s Choice Country Awards in 2022 saying he was receiving chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery.
“Cancer is a roller coaster,” he told KWTV in January. “You just sit here and wait on it to go away — it may not ever go away.”
He added that he navigated the dark times through faith.
“You gotta have your faith,” he said. “Thank God that I
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