The Day Ailing Toby Keith Walked His Gorgeous Daughter-in-Law Down the Aisle Instead of Her Dad — Photos
Toby Keith, also known as one of the legendary country singers, died on February 5, 2024. The news was announced on the singer’s official Instagram.
According to the post, the country star died peacefully, surrounded by his family. “He fought his fight with grace and courage,” continued the message. The 62-year-old announced his cancer diagnosis in 2022.
In the post, Toby wrote that he had been diagnosed with stomach cancer in the fall. But he had already been going through chemotherapy and radiation for six months. At the time, things were looking good for the singer, and he was grateful to be spending quality time with his family.
Regardless of his health issues, the country star did not allow his cancer diagnosis to keep him from doing what he loved: music. In June 2023, Toby hosted his annual Toby Keith & Friends Golf Classic event, a two-day celebration that helps raise money for Toby Keith Foundation’s OK Kids Korral. The organization dedicates itself to helping children with cancer who need treatment in Oklahoma City.
While at the event, Toby seemed optimistic about his health and the future of his career. He mentioned that he was due for a scan and hoped that the tumor would have shrunk. “Basically, everything is in a real positive trend,” he said.
The “I Love This Bar” singer was easing himself back into singing and looked forward to being on the road again. Another part he did not lose during his battle was his sense of humor. Before he died, he was awarded a Country Icon Award at the 2023 People’s Choice Country Awards, and during his speech, he joked about wearing skinny jeans.
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However, Toby lived through significant milestones in his family. The father left behind his three children, whom he shares with his wife, Tricia Lucus. Throughout his fight against cancer, he had the unwavering support of his wife. Lucus was an amazing nurse and held her husband’s hand till the end.
The couple’s eldest daughter, Shelley Covel Rowland, is from Lucus’ previous marriage, but Toby adopted her after they married. Shelley keeps a low profile and rarely shares her life on social media.
Toby’s second daughter is Krystal Keith, who followed in his footsteps and became a musician. The father and daughter performed together at the CMA Awards 2004, where they sang one of Toby’s hit songs, “Mockingbird.”