Country music icon Toby Keith, famous for hits like “Red Solo Cup” and “Should Have Been a Cowboy,” passed away at 62 after battling stomach cancer. His family revealed the news, stating, “Toby Keith passed peacefully… He fought his fight with grace and courage.” Keith openly discussed his cancer journey, describing it as a “roller coaster” at the People’s Choice Country Awards in September 2023. Despite the challenges, he expressed optimism on the red carpet with his wife of nearly 40 years, Tricia Lucus.

In December 2023, Keith made a triumphant return with headlining shows in Las Vegas, addressing his hiatus, “Through COVID and cancer, the old devil’s been after me a little bit. I’ve got him by the horns right now.” Keith’s remarkable career included performances for U.S. presidents, including George W. Bush, Barack Obama, and Donald Trump, and he received the National Medal of the Arts in 2021.