Toby Keith’s family and friends celebrate the late singer’s legacy one year after his death. On the 5th of February, his official Instagram account shared a photo of Toby onstage, with a red solo cup raised high, acknowledging their emptiness because of his absence and inviting other fans and loved ones to celebrate with them.
Toby Keith passed away on the 5th of February 2024 after battling stomach cancer. Just months before his death, Toby received the Country Icon Award at the People’s Choice Country Awards, where he made his final television appearance.
Tributes to Toby Keith
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One year after his passing, Toby Keith’s team and those close to him have not forgotten the impact of his personality and career on them. His official Instagram account shared a picture of him with the caption, “We have a hole in our hearts, but the love and support from the community he built has kept us grateful.”
His family members have also shared their tribute to him, reflecting on his influence in their lives. His daughter, Krystal Keith, posted several photos of herself and her father, including those from her wedding, where both had a father-daughter dance. She also posted snaps from their time together and throwback pictures of him holding his grandchildren.
Toby Keith’s family expresses how much they miss the late singer
Krystal Keith noted that despite her father having passed away the previous year, it had felt longer than that because of his absence. His son, Stelen Keith Covel, shared a video of his father playing his guitar and singing If I Was Jesus, with the caption, “A whole year without my hero. Here’s to hoping for more nights like this. Love you, Dad.”
While every tribute to Toby Keith detailed his love and warmth, it was even more evident in his adoption of Shelley Covel Rowland, his wife Tricia Lucus’ daughter. After battling stomach cancer for two years, Toby Keith passed away at 62 years old, survived by family and friends who still hold him dear to their hearts.