Throughout 2024, we will continue to update this In Memoriam photo gallery with notable celebrity deaths from film, television, theater and music. Major entertainment figures to be honored in the 2024 gallery are Oscar winner Louis Gossett, Jr., director/producer Norman Jewison, broadway legend Chita Rivera, country music superstar Toby Keith and actors Dabney Coleman and Carl Weathers.
Featured in the 2023 gallery were Rock and Roll Hall of Fame members Tina Turner, Harry Belafonte, Jeff Beck, Robbie Robertson and David Crosby, Oscar and Tony winner Alan Arkin, Oscar/Emmy/Tony winner Glenda Jackson, Oscar and Grammy winner Burt Bacharach, Oscar winner William Friedkin, Grammy legend Tony Bennett, Emmy nominee Matthew Perry, Emmy winner Norman Lear, Emmy winner Andre Braugher, Emmy winner Ron Cephas Jones, along with rock legend Elvis Presley‘s daughter, Lisa Marie Presley, and actresses Melinda Dillon, Annie Wersching and Cindy Williams.
Featured in the 2023 gallery were Rock and Roll Hall of Fame members Tina Turner, Harry Belafonte, Jeff Beck, Robbie Robertson and David Crosby, Oscar and Tony winner Alan Arkin, Oscar/Emmy/Tony winner Glenda Jackson, Oscar and Grammy winner Burt Bacharach, Oscar winner William Friedkin, Grammy legend Tony Bennett, Emmy nominee Matthew Perry, Emmy winner Norman Lear, Emmy winner Andre Braugher, Emmy winner Ron Cephas Jones, along with rock legend Elvis Presley‘s daughter, Lisa Marie Presley, and actresses Melinda Dillon, Annie Wersching and Cindy Williams.
- 5/17/2024
- by Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
Blake Shelton is known as one of country music’s biggest stars in 2024, and his marriage to No Doubt singer Gwen Stefani has brought him an entirely new audience. Shelton has worked with country’s biggest names, including Toby Keith. Sadly, Keith died in February 2024 at 62 due to stomach cancer. Now, Shelton’s reflecting on his complex relationship with Keith. Here’s what he said about Keith’s “ruthless” but “funny” behavior.
Blake Shelton reflected on Toby Keith’s ‘ruthless’ demeanor
Blake Shelton loves to tell stories about the country stars that he tours with, and he has stories about country legend Toby Keith. Shelton shared his thoughts about Keith on The Bobby Bones Show in February 2024.
“He’s kind of a tough nut to crack, to get to know,” Shelton explained. “But once you were in that inner circle with him, you could do no wrong almost. He was just that kind of guy.
Blake Shelton reflected on Toby Keith’s ‘ruthless’ demeanor
Blake Shelton loves to tell stories about the country stars that he tours with, and he has stories about country legend Toby Keith. Shelton shared his thoughts about Keith on The Bobby Bones Show in February 2024.
“He’s kind of a tough nut to crack, to get to know,” Shelton explained. “But once you were in that inner circle with him, you could do no wrong almost. He was just that kind of guy.
- 5/17/2024
- by Lauren Weiler
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The country music world shared the stage at the 2024 ACM Awards, where Post Malone performed songs from his upcoming country album, Dua Lipa joined Chris Stapleton for a duet, and Avril Lavigne and Noah Kahan partnered with country musicians onstage.
It almost felt like Beyoncé — who recently made history on the country charts with Cowboy Country — might pop up. She didn’t Thursday night, but host Reba McEntire did reference Queen Bey’s historic project during her opening monologue.
“We’re here to talk about country music and how everyone is invited and welcome here at country music’s party of the year. From Mother Maybelle to Cowboy Carter, country music is so big in 2024 that there’s room for everybody,” she said. “We all love country [music] and we all are country, and we’re keeping the circle unbroken, but growing it to even bigger and better.”
Beyoncé made history...
It almost felt like Beyoncé — who recently made history on the country charts with Cowboy Country — might pop up. She didn’t Thursday night, but host Reba McEntire did reference Queen Bey’s historic project during her opening monologue.
“We’re here to talk about country music and how everyone is invited and welcome here at country music’s party of the year. From Mother Maybelle to Cowboy Carter, country music is so big in 2024 that there’s room for everybody,” she said. “We all love country [music] and we all are country, and we’re keeping the circle unbroken, but growing it to even bigger and better.”
Beyoncé made history...
- 5/17/2024
- by Mesfin Fekadu
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Jason Aldean paid tribute to Toby Keith at the 2024 ACM Awards, performing an elegantly low-key version of “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” Keith’s 1993 debut single, backed by a string quartet.
Blake Shelton introduced the performance, honoring his fellow Oklahoma native. The audience singing along was loud and clear as Aldean delivered the classic song. Behind Aldean, photos of Keith performing or with his family flashed by, and the camera often panned to tearful and visibly moved audience members.
Keith died in February at age 62 after a yearslong battle with stomach cancer.
Blake Shelton introduced the performance, honoring his fellow Oklahoma native. The audience singing along was loud and clear as Aldean delivered the classic song. Behind Aldean, photos of Keith performing or with his family flashed by, and the camera often panned to tearful and visibly moved audience members.
Keith died in February at age 62 after a yearslong battle with stomach cancer.
- 5/17/2024
- by Joseph Hudak and Brittany Spanos
- Rollingstone.com
Over the weekend, the late Toby Keith was bestowed with a hometown honor: The University of Oklahoma presented the musician with a posthumous honorary degree. His daughter, Krystal Keith, accepted the degree on his behalf.
Keith died in February at the age of 62 following a diagnosis of stomach cancer in 2021. It was around two years after his diagnosis that the country titan learned of the University of Oklahoma’s plans to present him with an honorary degree.
“Toby learned he would be receiving an honorary degree from @uofoklahoma last fall,...
Keith died in February at the age of 62 following a diagnosis of stomach cancer in 2021. It was around two years after his diagnosis that the country titan learned of the University of Oklahoma’s plans to present him with an honorary degree.
“Toby learned he would be receiving an honorary degree from @uofoklahoma last fall,...
- 5/13/2024
- by Larisha Paul
- Rollingstone.com
Country Music Hall of Fame member Randy Travis has released his first new song in over a decade, “Where That Came From.” The announcement, delivered via the “Forever and Ever, Amen” vocalist’s social media, has spurred considerable excitement and curiosity from country fans and marks one of the most impossible comebacks in music history: Travis has been mostly unable to sing or speak since suffering a near-fatal stroke in 2013.
The questions about how Travis recorded the new song are myriad, and his team kept the information close to the vest until Friday,...
The questions about how Travis recorded the new song are myriad, and his team kept the information close to the vest until Friday,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Ethan Millman
- Rollingstone.com
Post Malone performed a set of country music covers at Stagecoach Music Festival on Saturday night, including songs by Tyler Childers, George Strait, Tim McGraw, Vince Gill, and Randy Travis.
Over the course of the 11-song set, Posty was also joined by a number of special guests, including Dwight Yoakam, Brad Paisley, and Sara Evans.
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Check out videos of the performance — as well as the full setlist — below.
Post Malone will stage another set of country music at the Outside Lands Music Festival in San Francisco in August. He’ll also deliver more traditional, pop-centric sets at Governors Ball and Bonnaroo in the coming months. Get tickets to his upcoming shows here.
It’s an exciting time for Post Malone. Just last week, his duet with Taylor Swift, “Fortnight,” arrived as the opening track on her record-breaking album The Tortured Poets Department. Prior to that,...
Over the course of the 11-song set, Posty was also joined by a number of special guests, including Dwight Yoakam, Brad Paisley, and Sara Evans.
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Check out videos of the performance — as well as the full setlist — below.
Post Malone will stage another set of country music at the Outside Lands Music Festival in San Francisco in August. He’ll also deliver more traditional, pop-centric sets at Governors Ball and Bonnaroo in the coming months. Get tickets to his upcoming shows here.
It’s an exciting time for Post Malone. Just last week, his duet with Taylor Swift, “Fortnight,” arrived as the opening track on her record-breaking album The Tortured Poets Department. Prior to that,...
- 4/28/2024
- by Jo Vito
- Consequence - Music
Posty Goes Country, the long-awaited pivot from Post Malone, officially kicked off as the musician took the stage at Stagecoach 2024. The California country music festival welcomed the pop hitmaker on Saturday night for a set full of surprise covers.
Post Malone had a bevy of guests on tap, including Brad Paisley, who performed his own “I’m Gonna Miss Her” along with Vince Gill’s “One More Last Chance” and a set-closing rendition of Alan Jackson’s “Chattahoochee.”
Earlier in the set, Dwight Yoakam appeared alongside Malone to perform his “Little Ways” with the singer,...
Post Malone had a bevy of guests on tap, including Brad Paisley, who performed his own “I’m Gonna Miss Her” along with Vince Gill’s “One More Last Chance” and a set-closing rendition of Alan Jackson’s “Chattahoochee.”
Earlier in the set, Dwight Yoakam appeared alongside Malone to perform his “Little Ways” with the singer,...
- 4/28/2024
- by Larisha Paul
- Rollingstone.com
Jelly Roll’s Stagecoach set was a wild one.
The musician took the stage on Friday night, shortly before Eric Church’s headlining slot, for a performance of some of his biggest country hits, even bringing on T-Pain for a duet of Toby Keith’s “Should’ve Been a Cowboy” and Maddie & Tae to sing unreleased song “Liar.”
Just three songs into @JellyRoll615’s #Stagecoach set, he’s brought out three special guests. Currently it’s @MaddieandTae for the unreleased song “Liar” pic.twitter.com/UowUVxG7UD
— Niki Kottmann...
The musician took the stage on Friday night, shortly before Eric Church’s headlining slot, for a performance of some of his biggest country hits, even bringing on T-Pain for a duet of Toby Keith’s “Should’ve Been a Cowboy” and Maddie & Tae to sing unreleased song “Liar.”
Just three songs into @JellyRoll615’s #Stagecoach set, he’s brought out three special guests. Currently it’s @MaddieandTae for the unreleased song “Liar” pic.twitter.com/UowUVxG7UD
— Niki Kottmann...
- 4/27/2024
- by Tomás Mier
- Rollingstone.com
Ahead of Jelly Roll’s debut performance at Stagecoach Friday night, the country singer has shared his rendition of Toby Keith’s “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” featuring an assist from T-Pain.
The studio version of the cover, released as part of Amazon Music Originals’ lead-up to Stagecoach, arrives after Jelly Roll spent much of the past year before and after Keith’s February 2024 death playing the 1993 single in concert.
“I had been covering ‘Should’ve Been a Cowboy’ for about a year now at most of my shows, just...
The studio version of the cover, released as part of Amazon Music Originals’ lead-up to Stagecoach, arrives after Jelly Roll spent much of the past year before and after Keith’s February 2024 death playing the 1993 single in concert.
“I had been covering ‘Should’ve Been a Cowboy’ for about a year now at most of my shows, just...
- 4/27/2024
- by Daniel Kreps
- Rollingstone.com
As Willie Nelson once sang, there’s no place but Texas — and some of country music’s hallmark awards shows seem to agree. In the past two years, two big-budget ceremonies have been staged not in Nashville but in the Lone Star State. On Sunday, the CMT Music Awards, airing on CBS, made their return to Austin for a second consecutive year and leaned hard into all the trappings of Texas.
Native son Cody Johnson opened the show with an everything-is-bigger performance of a song called “That’s Texas.” Cowboy hats were ubiquitous,...
Native son Cody Johnson opened the show with an everything-is-bigger performance of a song called “That’s Texas.” Cowboy hats were ubiquitous,...
- 4/8/2024
- by Joseph Hudak
- Rollingstone.com
Lainey Wilson shines on the red carpet at the 2024 CMT Music Awards held at Moody Center on Sunday night (April 7) in Austin, Tex.
The 31-year-old singer was joined by boyfriend Devlin “Duck” Hodges at the awards show, where she performed and was nominated.
On the red carpet, Lainey opened up about the possibility of returning for the upcoming final episodes of Yellowstone.
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If you forgot, Lainey played Abby, an aspiring country music artist and love interest for Ian Bohen‘s Ryan, in a few episodes in the first half of season five.
“I’ll be honest with you. I’d be shocked,” she told Et about the potential for her return. “And I think how [series creator] Taylor Sheridan writes his stories, and he just has a beautiful way of bringing things back and letting things go — I’ll be shocked. So, we’ll see what happens.
The 31-year-old singer was joined by boyfriend Devlin “Duck” Hodges at the awards show, where she performed and was nominated.
On the red carpet, Lainey opened up about the possibility of returning for the upcoming final episodes of Yellowstone.
Keep reading to find out more…
If you forgot, Lainey played Abby, an aspiring country music artist and love interest for Ian Bohen‘s Ryan, in a few episodes in the first half of season five.
“I’ll be honest with you. I’d be shocked,” she told Et about the potential for her return. “And I think how [series creator] Taylor Sheridan writes his stories, and he just has a beautiful way of bringing things back and letting things go — I’ll be shocked. So, we’ll see what happens.
- 4/8/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Jelly Roll topped the 2024 CMT Music Awards on Sunday night, taking home three trophies.
The country singer won video of the year and male video of the year for “Need a Favor” as well as CMT performance of the year. He won the latter award for his performance of “Need a Favor” at the 2023 CMT Music Awards.
Jelly Roll also closed the show with a performance of “Halfway to Hell.”
Other winners included Lainey Wilson, who won for female video of the year for “Watermelon Moonshine,” and Dan + Shay, for duo/group video of the year for “Save Me the Trouble.”
“We Don’t Fight Anymore,” by Carly Pearce featuring Chris Stapleton,” won best collaborative video of the year.
Also during the show, Jason Aldean performed his song “Let Your Boys Be Country,” less than a year after CMT pulled his music video for “Try That in a Small...
The country singer won video of the year and male video of the year for “Need a Favor” as well as CMT performance of the year. He won the latter award for his performance of “Need a Favor” at the 2023 CMT Music Awards.
Jelly Roll also closed the show with a performance of “Halfway to Hell.”
Other winners included Lainey Wilson, who won for female video of the year for “Watermelon Moonshine,” and Dan + Shay, for duo/group video of the year for “Save Me the Trouble.”
“We Don’t Fight Anymore,” by Carly Pearce featuring Chris Stapleton,” won best collaborative video of the year.
Also during the show, Jason Aldean performed his song “Let Your Boys Be Country,” less than a year after CMT pulled his music video for “Try That in a Small...
- 4/8/2024
- by Kimberly Nordyke
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
For the second time in their careers, Little Big Town and Sugarland have come together to interpret a 1985 pop hit. The country groups performed “Take Me Home,” off Phil Collins’ No Jacket Required album, onstage at the 2024 CMT Music Awards in Austin on Sunday. In 2008, Lbt and Sugarland, along with Jake Owen, performed the Dream Academy’s hit “Life in a Northern Town” at the CMT Awards.
Onstage at the Moody Center, Little Big Town kicked off the performance with Jimi Westbrook and Karen Fairchild taking the first lines as smoke,...
Onstage at the Moody Center, Little Big Town kicked off the performance with Jimi Westbrook and Karen Fairchild taking the first lines as smoke,...
- 4/8/2024
- by Joseph Hudak
- Rollingstone.com
When Toby Keith died of cancer on Feb. 5 at age 62, the country world mourned the loss of one of its biggest stars. Notching 20 No. 1 songs on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and the Country Airplay chart, Keith was an uncompromising, often controversial figure who followed his own arrow and remained a consistent presence in the genre for three decades.
So when the 2024 CMT Music Awards took over the Moody Center in Austin, Texas, on Sunday, it went without saying that the planned tribute to Keith would be one of the night’s highlights.
Led by Keith’s longtime friends Brooks & Dunn and Sammy Hagar as well as Lainey Wilson, whom Keith mentored, the tribute was supported by Keith’s longtime backing band.
Baseball legend Roger Clemens introduced the performance, calling Keith “a true friend and patriot.” Clemens noted that in recent years, as Keith was “battling that damn C-word,...
So when the 2024 CMT Music Awards took over the Moody Center in Austin, Texas, on Sunday, it went without saying that the planned tribute to Keith would be one of the night’s highlights.
Led by Keith’s longtime friends Brooks & Dunn and Sammy Hagar as well as Lainey Wilson, whom Keith mentored, the tribute was supported by Keith’s longtime backing band.
Baseball legend Roger Clemens introduced the performance, calling Keith “a true friend and patriot.” Clemens noted that in recent years, as Keith was “battling that damn C-word,...
- 4/8/2024
- by Joe Lynch, Billboard
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Brooks & Dunn, Sammy Hagar, and Lainey Wilson performed a tribute to Toby Keith at the 2024 CMT Music Awards on Sunday, backed by members of Keith’s longtime band. Keith died in February at 62 after a long battle with stomach cancer.
Brooks & Dunn kicked it off with a rendition of “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” Keith’s 1993 debut single and his very first Number One hit. Hagar, a longtime friend of Keith’s, followed with “I Love This Bar,” a fitting choice for the tequila and rum impresario, who famously...
Brooks & Dunn kicked it off with a rendition of “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” Keith’s 1993 debut single and his very first Number One hit. Hagar, a longtime friend of Keith’s, followed with “I Love This Bar,” a fitting choice for the tequila and rum impresario, who famously...
- 4/8/2024
- by Angie Martoccio
- Rollingstone.com
Less than a year after CMT pulled his music video for “Try That in a Small Town” from its rotation, Jason Aldean hit the CMT Music Awards, where he performed his song “Let Your Boys Be Country.”
While the ceremony was broadcast live from the Moody Center in Austin, Aldean’s performance took place on an outdoor stage at the University of Texas at Austin.
In May 2023, the country singer released “Try That in a Small Town,” followed by a music video in July. The track was criticized for promoting gun violence and taking aim at the Black Lives Matter movement.
Critics called out lyrics including: “Cuss out a cop, spit in his face /Stomp on the flag and light it up/Yeah, ya think you’re tough/Well, try that in a small town/See how far ya make it down the road.”
And: “Got a gun that my...
While the ceremony was broadcast live from the Moody Center in Austin, Aldean’s performance took place on an outdoor stage at the University of Texas at Austin.
In May 2023, the country singer released “Try That in a Small Town,” followed by a music video in July. The track was criticized for promoting gun violence and taking aim at the Black Lives Matter movement.
Critics called out lyrics including: “Cuss out a cop, spit in his face /Stomp on the flag and light it up/Yeah, ya think you’re tough/Well, try that in a small town/See how far ya make it down the road.”
And: “Got a gun that my...
- 4/8/2024
- by Kimberly Nordyke
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Some of the biggest stars in country music will take the stage at the 2024 CMT Music Awards tonight.
Airing on Sunday, April 7 at 5 p.m. Pt/8 p.m. Et on CBS and livestreaming on Paramount+ with Showtime, the CMT network’s awards ceremony will be hosted by Kelsea Ballerini (who will also perform) at the Moody Center in Austin.
At a glance: How to watch the 2024 CMT Music Awards
When Sunday, April 7 at 5 p.m. Pt/8 p.m. Et TV channel CBS Stream online Paramount+ with Showtime More ways to watch CBS online DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling Stream 2024 CMT Music Awards on Paramount+
The show will feature a special tribute to the late Toby Keith, with performances by Brooks & Dunn, Lainey Wilson and Sammy Hagar, backed by the country great’s band. Little Big Town and Sugarland will reunite after 15 years for a special performance. Other performers will include Jason Aldean,...
Airing on Sunday, April 7 at 5 p.m. Pt/8 p.m. Et on CBS and livestreaming on Paramount+ with Showtime, the CMT network’s awards ceremony will be hosted by Kelsea Ballerini (who will also perform) at the Moody Center in Austin.
At a glance: How to watch the 2024 CMT Music Awards
When Sunday, April 7 at 5 p.m. Pt/8 p.m. Et TV channel CBS Stream online Paramount+ with Showtime More ways to watch CBS online DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, Sling Stream 2024 CMT Music Awards on Paramount+
The show will feature a special tribute to the late Toby Keith, with performances by Brooks & Dunn, Lainey Wilson and Sammy Hagar, backed by the country great’s band. Little Big Town and Sugarland will reunite after 15 years for a special performance. Other performers will include Jason Aldean,...
- 4/7/2024
- by Danielle Directo-Meston
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The performers and presenters for tonight’s 2024 CMT Music Awards have been announced!
This year, the show will be hosted by Kelsea Ballerini. Tune in to CBS tonight to see the show live!
The lineup of performers includes country legends, as well as fun list of celeb guests who will be presenting. Presenters include actors and actresses, singers, and more.
This year, Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson, Cody Johnson, Kelsea Ballerini and Megan Moroney all lead the pack with three nominations each. See the full list of nominations right here.
Keep reading to find out more…
Scroll down to see everyone performing and presenting tonight…
Performers
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Toby Keith tribute performance: Brooks & Dunn, Lainey Wilson and Sammy Hagar with Lukas Nelson and Roger Clemons
Cody Johnson
Jelly Roll
Keith Urban
Kelsea Ballerini
Lainey Wilson
Little Big Town and Sugarland
Megan Moroney
Needtobreathe and Jordan Davis
Old Dominion featuring Megan Moroney...
This year, the show will be hosted by Kelsea Ballerini. Tune in to CBS tonight to see the show live!
The lineup of performers includes country legends, as well as fun list of celeb guests who will be presenting. Presenters include actors and actresses, singers, and more.
This year, Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson, Cody Johnson, Kelsea Ballerini and Megan Moroney all lead the pack with three nominations each. See the full list of nominations right here.
Keep reading to find out more…
Scroll down to see everyone performing and presenting tonight…
Performers
Bailey Zimmerman
Toby Keith tribute performance: Brooks & Dunn, Lainey Wilson and Sammy Hagar with Lukas Nelson and Roger Clemons
Cody Johnson
Jelly Roll
Keith Urban
Kelsea Ballerini
Lainey Wilson
Little Big Town and Sugarland
Megan Moroney
Needtobreathe and Jordan Davis
Old Dominion featuring Megan Moroney...
- 4/7/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Tonight’s CMT Music Awards show will endeavor to emphasize what’s currently flameworthy, to borrow a word that has long since been retired from the telecast’s original name. Prime performance slots have been given to country music figures who are still on the ascent, from still-fairly-freshly-minted superstars Jelly Roll and Lainey Wilson to up-and-comers who really seem fresh out of the oven, like Megan Moroney and TikTok sensation Dasha.
To a less emphatic extent, “we also know that we have to pay homage to the artists that got us here,” says executive producer John Hamlin, which for the 2024 show means paying tribute to two icons of ’90s country. “So we’re thrilled to be honoring Trisha Yearwood this year, something that Margaret Comeaux and Leslie Fram [his fellow producer] spent a lot of time orchestrating to make happen for the show. So having Trisha and then having Brooks and Dunn do...
To a less emphatic extent, “we also know that we have to pay homage to the artists that got us here,” says executive producer John Hamlin, which for the 2024 show means paying tribute to two icons of ’90s country. “So we’re thrilled to be honoring Trisha Yearwood this year, something that Margaret Comeaux and Leslie Fram [his fellow producer] spent a lot of time orchestrating to make happen for the show. So having Trisha and then having Brooks and Dunn do...
- 4/7/2024
- by Chris Willman
- Variety Film + TV
Country music fans won’t want to miss the 2024 CMT Music Awards this weekend! The live event is jam-packed with a star-studded lineup of country performers and guests. Tune in to see how your favorite artists stack up against the rest and enjoy fabulous performances throughout the evening. It all kicks off on Sunday, April 7 at 8 p.m. Et. You can watch it on CBS. The entire extravaganza will be available on-demand on Paramount+ beginning on Monday, April 8. You can watch CBS with a 5-Day Free Trial of Directv Stream. You can also watch with Paramount Plus, Hulu Live TV, Fubo, or YouTube TV.
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- 4/7/2024
- by Aubrey Chorpenning
- The Streamable
Legendary country singer Toby Keith passed away in February 2024. The CMT Awards will pay tribute with an unforgettable line-up. Keep reading for all the details. You won’t want to miss this!
Country Music Mourns ’90s Megastar
Toby Keith’s final television performance was at the 2023 People’s Choice Country Awards. He delivered a powerful rendition of his hit song “Should’ve Been a Cowboy.”
Toby Keith/Credit: NBC YouTube
Just over a month later, on February 5, 2024, he passed away at the age of 62 after a long battle with stomach cancer. His passing left a void in the country music community. However, Toby Keith’s legacy continues to inspire and influence a new generation of artists.
Lainey Wilson Leads Unforgettable Tribute To Toby Keith
The country music world is coming together to celebrate the life and legacy of Toby Keith. Stars from all genres – from country music to rock legends...
Country Music Mourns ’90s Megastar
Toby Keith’s final television performance was at the 2023 People’s Choice Country Awards. He delivered a powerful rendition of his hit song “Should’ve Been a Cowboy.”
Toby Keith/Credit: NBC YouTube
Just over a month later, on February 5, 2024, he passed away at the age of 62 after a long battle with stomach cancer. His passing left a void in the country music community. However, Toby Keith’s legacy continues to inspire and influence a new generation of artists.
Lainey Wilson Leads Unforgettable Tribute To Toby Keith
The country music world is coming together to celebrate the life and legacy of Toby Keith. Stars from all genres – from country music to rock legends...
- 4/5/2024
- by Jennifer Havener
- Country Music Alley
Lainey Wilson, Sammy Hagar, and more will honor Toby Keith at the 2024 CMT Music Awards.
Brooks & Dunn, Lukas Nelson, and Roger Clemens will also pay tribute to the late country hitmaker, who died in February at age 62 from stomach cancer. Details of the performance have yet to be revealed, but odds are high they’ll play Keith classics like “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” “Beer For My Horses,” and more.
The show, hosted by Kelsea Ballerini, takes place on Sunday at the Moody Center in Austin and airs live from CBS.
Brooks & Dunn, Lukas Nelson, and Roger Clemens will also pay tribute to the late country hitmaker, who died in February at age 62 from stomach cancer. Details of the performance have yet to be revealed, but odds are high they’ll play Keith classics like “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” “Beer For My Horses,” and more.
The show, hosted by Kelsea Ballerini, takes place on Sunday at the Moody Center in Austin and airs live from CBS.
- 4/4/2024
- by Angie Martoccio
- Rollingstone.com
Toby Keith, whose history with the CMT Music Awards goes back to having co-hosted the earliest incarnation of the show, will get his due in the wake of his recent death, as an all-star salute is planned for Keith on Sunday night’s three-hour CBS telecast.
The tribute will feature performances by one of the hottest figures in country music, Lainey Wilson, along with his fellow industry veterans Brooks & Dunn, whose Ronnie Dunn is a fellow Okie. Rocker Sammy Hagar, who featured Keith on an episode of his TV series “Rock & Roll Road Trip” in 2022, will join the lineup paying homage.
Set for what’s being billed as special appearances saluting the late singer are Lukas Nelson and Roger Clemens. Nelson’s father, Willie, had a smash duet with Keith, “Beer for My Horses.” Baseball legend Roger Clemens’ friendship with Keith included the singer inducting the ballplayer into the Houston Sports Hall of Fame.
The tribute will feature performances by one of the hottest figures in country music, Lainey Wilson, along with his fellow industry veterans Brooks & Dunn, whose Ronnie Dunn is a fellow Okie. Rocker Sammy Hagar, who featured Keith on an episode of his TV series “Rock & Roll Road Trip” in 2022, will join the lineup paying homage.
Set for what’s being billed as special appearances saluting the late singer are Lukas Nelson and Roger Clemens. Nelson’s father, Willie, had a smash duet with Keith, “Beer for My Horses.” Baseball legend Roger Clemens’ friendship with Keith included the singer inducting the ballplayer into the Houston Sports Hall of Fame.
- 4/4/2024
- by Chris Willman
- Variety Film + TV
Colt Ford knows a secret about the late Toby Keith. Although the “Shoulda Named It After Me” singer may not be the only person who knows this secret, he believes everyone should know. It is a secret that shares the giant heart hidden underneath Toby Keith’s rough edges.
Toby Keith’s Death
The country music world lost a great singer and songwriter when Toby Keith passed away earlier this year. Sadly, Toby Keith lost his battle with stomach cancer. He passed away on February 5, 2024.
It was not just country music losing a great talent that broke the hearts of millions of fans around the world. Those hearts were broken because the world lost a great man. It is unknown how many of those broken-hearted people knew the extent of Toby Keith’s greatness the way Colt Ford does.
The Secret Colt Ford Knows
Colt Ford knows a secret about Toby Keith.
Toby Keith’s Death
The country music world lost a great singer and songwriter when Toby Keith passed away earlier this year. Sadly, Toby Keith lost his battle with stomach cancer. He passed away on February 5, 2024.
It was not just country music losing a great talent that broke the hearts of millions of fans around the world. Those hearts were broken because the world lost a great man. It is unknown how many of those broken-hearted people knew the extent of Toby Keith’s greatness the way Colt Ford does.
The Secret Colt Ford Knows
Colt Ford knows a secret about Toby Keith.
- 4/3/2024
- by Emma Riley Sutton
- Country Music Alley
Toby Keith was rumored to be gearing up for a tour when he tragically died following his cancer battle. Blake Shelton has taken Toby’s death hard since he owes much of his popularity and success to Keith. Now, it turns out that Shelton and Keith were supposed to share the stage together before Keith’s death.
Here is what Shelton had to say and what fans missed out on.
Blake Shelton Announces Missed Concert with Toby Keith
Blake Shelton said that, before Toby Keith died, the two had spoken about performing together at a special concert. This was Shelton’s All for the Hall concert in Tulsa on March 30. According to Blake, Toby Keith was supposed to perform at that concert with him to honor a special fundraising cause.
The Shelton’s All for the Hall concert in Tulsa raised money for the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and its education programs.
Here is what Shelton had to say and what fans missed out on.
Blake Shelton Announces Missed Concert with Toby Keith
Blake Shelton said that, before Toby Keith died, the two had spoken about performing together at a special concert. This was Shelton’s All for the Hall concert in Tulsa on March 30. According to Blake, Toby Keith was supposed to perform at that concert with him to honor a special fundraising cause.
The Shelton’s All for the Hall concert in Tulsa raised money for the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and its education programs.
- 4/2/2024
- by Shawn Lealos
- Country Music Alley
When Hardy dropped the Joe Diffie-themed third volume of his Hixtape series on Friday, he did so with an army of country cameos: Blake Shelton, Chris Young, Clint Black, Darius Rucker, Hailey Whitters, and Koe Wetzel all turn up on various tracks. But it’s the inclusion of Toby Keith that’s the most poignant. His appearance on “Ships That Don’t Come In,” with Luke Combs, is his final studio performance before his death in February.
Written by Paul Nelson and Dave Gibson and released by Diffie in...
Written by Paul Nelson and Dave Gibson and released by Diffie in...
- 3/29/2024
- by Joseph Hudak
- Rollingstone.com
Blake Shelton is one lucky man. Many superstars of his caliber have difficulty finding the inspiration to to become superstars and to continue to be one. This is not the case for the “Boys ‘Round Here” singer. Blake Shelton was lucky enough to have been able to find his inspiration all around him. In fact, the inspiration for his career in country music was practically in his own backyard.
Long List Of Oklahoma Talent
Oklahoma is known for its long list of talent. This is not limited to only country music. There have been all sorts of talented people from the Sooner State in all sorts of different careers. Of course, there is Will Rogers. He is probably one of the most famous of all Okies. Oklahoma produces talent in athletics, movies and television, aviation and space travel as well as money in other fields.
Country music is no different.
Long List Of Oklahoma Talent
Oklahoma is known for its long list of talent. This is not limited to only country music. There have been all sorts of talented people from the Sooner State in all sorts of different careers. Of course, there is Will Rogers. He is probably one of the most famous of all Okies. Oklahoma produces talent in athletics, movies and television, aviation and space travel as well as money in other fields.
Country music is no different.
- 3/29/2024
- by Emma Riley Sutton
- Country Music Alley
Rhobh star Kyle Richards and singer Morgan Wade have been incredibly flirty with one another for months. Now that Kyle has lawyered up in her ongoing split from Mauricio Umansky, it seems like the heat is turning up on their relationship.
Fans couldn’t help but notice that Kyle left a suggestive comment on one of Morgan’s recent Instagram posts. Now the rumors are swirling harder than ever before.
What exactly did Kyle say to Morgan to get fans talking again? Keep reading to get the scoop.
Kyle Richards Says “Ride A Cowgirl”
The romantic rumors surrounding Morgan Wade and Kyle Richards definitely aren’t new. The women have been friends for quite some time. But after Kyle appeared as the love interest in Morgan’s “Fall In Love With Me” music video, the gossip really took off.
And then when Kyle and her husband Mauricio Umansky started having marital problems,...
Fans couldn’t help but notice that Kyle left a suggestive comment on one of Morgan’s recent Instagram posts. Now the rumors are swirling harder than ever before.
What exactly did Kyle say to Morgan to get fans talking again? Keep reading to get the scoop.
Kyle Richards Says “Ride A Cowgirl”
The romantic rumors surrounding Morgan Wade and Kyle Richards definitely aren’t new. The women have been friends for quite some time. But after Kyle appeared as the love interest in Morgan’s “Fall In Love With Me” music video, the gossip really took off.
And then when Kyle and her husband Mauricio Umansky started having marital problems,...
- 3/26/2024
- by Nikole Behrens
- TV Shows Ace
There’s cruises for outlaw country, classic country, and Americana country. Now, 2000s country finally gets its due. In 2025, the Boots on the Water cruise will assemble some of the biggest names from the Aughts for a five-day voyage to the Bahamas.
Big & Rich — the duo of Big Kenny Alphin and John Rich — will headline with special guest Gretchen Wilson in a mini-reunion of the Muzik Mafia that ran roughshod over the mid-2000s. Other Aught-shots aboard include Craig Morgan (“That’s What I Love About Sunday,” 2004), Lonestar (“I’m Already There,...
Big & Rich — the duo of Big Kenny Alphin and John Rich — will headline with special guest Gretchen Wilson in a mini-reunion of the Muzik Mafia that ran roughshod over the mid-2000s. Other Aught-shots aboard include Craig Morgan (“That’s What I Love About Sunday,” 2004), Lonestar (“I’m Already There,...
- 3/19/2024
- by Joseph Hudak
- Rollingstone.com
Toby Keith is posthumously heading to the Country Music Hall of Fame.
The singer sadly passed away at the age of 62 on February 5. Toby‘s Country Music Hall of Fame status was announced just over a month after he lost his battle with stomach cancer.
Keep reading to find out more…
At the official announcement on Monday (March 18) in Nashville, Tenn., Country Music Association CEO Sarah Trahern expressed her regret that Toby didn’t know about his upcoming induction, as the votes were confirmed one day before his death.
According to People, she explained that when she learned of the results, “my heart sank … knowing that we missed the chance to inform Toby while he was still with us.”
Sarah continued, “But I have no doubt that he’s smiling down on us, knowing that he’ll always be ‘as good as he once was,’” referencing Toby‘s 2005 hit song...
The singer sadly passed away at the age of 62 on February 5. Toby‘s Country Music Hall of Fame status was announced just over a month after he lost his battle with stomach cancer.
Keep reading to find out more…
At the official announcement on Monday (March 18) in Nashville, Tenn., Country Music Association CEO Sarah Trahern expressed her regret that Toby didn’t know about his upcoming induction, as the votes were confirmed one day before his death.
According to People, she explained that when she learned of the results, “my heart sank … knowing that we missed the chance to inform Toby while he was still with us.”
Sarah continued, “But I have no doubt that he’s smiling down on us, knowing that he’ll always be ‘as good as he once was,’” referencing Toby‘s 2005 hit song...
- 3/19/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Sadly, the world lost the megastar Toby Keith earlier this year. His death occurred before he was able to be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. His fans from around the world have been begging for this Oklahoma native to be inducted for years. Their pleas have only gotten louder since his death. Now, the world wants to know when will Toby Keith receive this honor.
The Death Of Toby Keith
Toby Keith passed away on February 5, 2024. This happened after his long and heroic battle with stomach cancer. His family made the sad announcement on his Facebook page.
The “Courtesy Of The Red, White And Blue” singer was only 61 years old. He was survived by his wife and children as well as his millions of fans from all over the world.
Tributes Poured In From All Over
After his untimely and shocking death, tributes from Toby...
The Death Of Toby Keith
Toby Keith passed away on February 5, 2024. This happened after his long and heroic battle with stomach cancer. His family made the sad announcement on his Facebook page.
The “Courtesy Of The Red, White And Blue” singer was only 61 years old. He was survived by his wife and children as well as his millions of fans from all over the world.
Tributes Poured In From All Over
After his untimely and shocking death, tributes from Toby...
- 3/18/2024
- by Emma Riley Sutton
- Country Music Alley
Country Music Hall of Fame inductees John Anderson, James Burton and Toby Keith (Photo Credit: CMA)
James Burton, John Anderson, and Toby Keith have earned their way into the Country Music Hall of Fame. The three artists make up the 2024 class of inductees, voted on by members of the Country Music Association and announced during a press conference hosted by Brooks & Dunn.
“This year’s nominees exemplify the excellence of our genre,” said Sarah Trahern, CMA Chief Executive Officer. “James, John, and Toby have each made an indelible impact and brought their distinctive contributions to Country Music, enriching our format. Their influence is evident throughout the longevity of their careers, ensuring each legacy will thrive indefinitely. It is with great pride that we welcome these three remarkable individuals into the esteemed ranks of the Country Music Hall of Fame.”
James Burton will join the Hall of Fame class of...
James Burton, John Anderson, and Toby Keith have earned their way into the Country Music Hall of Fame. The three artists make up the 2024 class of inductees, voted on by members of the Country Music Association and announced during a press conference hosted by Brooks & Dunn.
“This year’s nominees exemplify the excellence of our genre,” said Sarah Trahern, CMA Chief Executive Officer. “James, John, and Toby have each made an indelible impact and brought their distinctive contributions to Country Music, enriching our format. Their influence is evident throughout the longevity of their careers, ensuring each legacy will thrive indefinitely. It is with great pride that we welcome these three remarkable individuals into the esteemed ranks of the Country Music Hall of Fame.”
James Burton will join the Hall of Fame class of...
- 3/18/2024
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Toby Keith is one of the 2024 inductees into the Country Music Hall of Fame. The songwriter died Feb. 5 after a long battle with stomach cancer — one day before the names of the final inductees were to be delivered to the Hall of Fame staff.
Sarah Trahern, CMA Chief Executive Officer, announced Keith as one of this year’s inductees and walked through the nomination process during a press conference in the Hall of Fame’s Rotunda Monday morning. “My heart sank that Tuesday afternoon knowing that we had missed the...
Sarah Trahern, CMA Chief Executive Officer, announced Keith as one of this year’s inductees and walked through the nomination process during a press conference in the Hall of Fame’s Rotunda Monday morning. “My heart sank that Tuesday afternoon knowing that we had missed the...
- 3/18/2024
- by Joseph Hudak
- Rollingstone.com
Ewen MacIntosh, the Welsh actor who played the accounts department’s Keith Bishop in Ricky Gervais‘ original BBC comedy The Office, has died at the age of 50.
The news was confirmed by Gervais himself in a post on X. “Extremely sad news,” he wrote Wednesday. “The very funny and very lovely Ewen Macintosh, known to many as ‘Big Keith’ from The Office, has passed away. An absolute original. Rip.”
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The news was confirmed by Gervais himself in a post on X. “Extremely sad news,” he wrote Wednesday. “The very funny and very lovely Ewen Macintosh, known to many as ‘Big Keith’ from The Office, has passed away. An absolute original. Rip.”
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- 2/21/2024
- by Nick Caruso
- TVLine.com
Flatland Cavalry frontman Cleto Cordero has pretty sound advice for Red Dirt bar bands making the sudden leap into theaters and onto festival main stages.
“Keep your ears open whenever you walk on stage,” Cordero tells Rolling Stone. “We have in-ear monitors, and those things change how you’re perceiving reality. Pop them off, experience the room for 30 seconds, and then get to work.”
Cordero, seated on a couch this past weekend in one of the half-dozen or so dressing rooms at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, reflected on the band...
“Keep your ears open whenever you walk on stage,” Cordero tells Rolling Stone. “We have in-ear monitors, and those things change how you’re perceiving reality. Pop them off, experience the room for 30 seconds, and then get to work.”
Cordero, seated on a couch this past weekend in one of the half-dozen or so dressing rooms at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium, reflected on the band...
- 2/13/2024
- by Josh Crutchmer
- Rollingstone.com
Toby Keith died on February 5 after battling cancer, and since then his fans have rallied around his music. As a result, his “35 Biggest Hits” collection reached number-one on the Billboard 200 albums chart for the tracking week that ended February 8. It achieved 66,000 equivalent album units based on its combined record sales, individual track sales and online streams. Read more about this week’s chart here at Billboard.com.
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“35 Biggest Hits” just barely overtook last week’s number-one album, Morgan Wallen‘s “One Thing at a Time” with 65,000 album units, which makes this the first time in almost a decade that a country album replaces another country album in the top spot. At number-three with 53,000 units is Sza’s “Sos,” which got a significant bump from its exposure at the Grammys; her single “Snooze” also rebounded on the Billboard Hot 100. Fourth place...
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“35 Biggest Hits” just barely overtook last week’s number-one album, Morgan Wallen‘s “One Thing at a Time” with 65,000 album units, which makes this the first time in almost a decade that a country album replaces another country album in the top spot. At number-three with 53,000 units is Sza’s “Sos,” which got a significant bump from its exposure at the Grammys; her single “Snooze” also rebounded on the Billboard Hot 100. Fourth place...
- 2/13/2024
- by Daniel Montgomery
- Gold Derby
Zach Bryan paid tribute to the late Toby Keith Saturday during his pre-Super Bowl performance in Las Vegas, where he delivered a rousing rendition of “Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue.”
“Just one of the best songs ever made,” Bryan tweeted of Keith’s 2002 hit after his concert Friday at the Cosmopolitan. “Meant quite a bit to sing my songs and Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue with all of ya.”
Bryan was among the dozens of country artists to remember Keith and acknowledge his impact following news...
“Just one of the best songs ever made,” Bryan tweeted of Keith’s 2002 hit after his concert Friday at the Cosmopolitan. “Meant quite a bit to sing my songs and Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue with all of ya.”
Bryan was among the dozens of country artists to remember Keith and acknowledge his impact following news...
- 2/11/2024
- by Daniel Kreps
- Rollingstone.com
Emanating from their studio in Cincinnati, Ohio, The History of Bad Ideas sees hosts Jason, Jeff and Blake talk about all things geeky on their podcast. Whether it’s rumours of the latest comic book movies, debating who really is the worst villain of all time, discussing the latest comic issues or just wondering about life in general, you are sure to have a fun time with them! In theory.
If you haven’t listened to the show before – why not? – you can check out previous episodes of The History of Bad Ideas podcast on iTunes and look out for new episodes here on Nerdly each and every week…
Episode 529: Hobi is Dishwasher Safe!
The Hobi Gang is gearing up for the big game, well some of us, and discussing the logistics of flying from Japan to Las Vegas, the passing of Toby Keith and Carl Weathers, and we...
If you haven’t listened to the show before – why not? – you can check out previous episodes of The History of Bad Ideas podcast on iTunes and look out for new episodes here on Nerdly each and every week…
Episode 529: Hobi is Dishwasher Safe!
The Hobi Gang is gearing up for the big game, well some of us, and discussing the logistics of flying from Japan to Las Vegas, the passing of Toby Keith and Carl Weathers, and we...
- 2/8/2024
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
On Monday, country singer Toby Keith died at the age of 62 following a battle with stomach cancer.
“Toby Keith passed peacefully last night on Feb. 5, surrounded by his family. He fought his fight with grace and courage. Please respect the privacy of his family at this time,” a statement posted to the singer’s website and social media said.
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— Toby Keith (@tobykeith) February 6, 2024
Keith announced his cancer diagnosis in 2022.
“I’ve spent the last six months receiving chemo, radiation and surgery,” he said in a statement. “So far, so good. I need time to breathe, recover and relax. I am looking forward to spending time with my family. But I will see the fans sooner than later.”
Keith continued performing following his diagnosis. He performed at the 2023 People’s Choice Country Awards in September, where he received the Country Icon Award. He recently played shows in Las Vegas.
“Toby Keith passed peacefully last night on Feb. 5, surrounded by his family. He fought his fight with grace and courage. Please respect the privacy of his family at this time,” a statement posted to the singer’s website and social media said.
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— Toby Keith (@tobykeith) February 6, 2024
Keith announced his cancer diagnosis in 2022.
“I’ve spent the last six months receiving chemo, radiation and surgery,” he said in a statement. “So far, so good. I need time to breathe, recover and relax. I am looking forward to spending time with my family. But I will see the fans sooner than later.”
Keith continued performing following his diagnosis. He performed at the 2023 People’s Choice Country Awards in September, where he received the Country Icon Award. He recently played shows in Las Vegas.
- 2/8/2024
- by Ava Lombardi
- Uinterview
On Tuesday, Stephen Colbert paid tribute to his late friend Toby Keith on The Late Show.
The host began the show by addressing the country music star’s death. “I was shocked and saddened when I saw the news this morning,” said Colbert. “I knew Toby was ill — he’d been fighting stomach cancer for some time — but I still had hope that we’d see each other again and that we would hear him on this stage.”
Colbert then spoke about his first time meeting Keith in 2006, when the country musician was a guest on The Colbert Report, and how the two sparked a surprising friendship. “I was lucky enough to become friends with Toby over the years, as improbable as that seems. We met very early on The Colbert Report and back then, there was a not-so-helpful legend that I had knives out for some of my guests.
The host began the show by addressing the country music star’s death. “I was shocked and saddened when I saw the news this morning,” said Colbert. “I knew Toby was ill — he’d been fighting stomach cancer for some time — but I still had hope that we’d see each other again and that we would hear him on this stage.”
Colbert then spoke about his first time meeting Keith in 2006, when the country musician was a guest on The Colbert Report, and how the two sparked a surprising friendship. “I was lucky enough to become friends with Toby over the years, as improbable as that seems. We met very early on The Colbert Report and back then, there was a not-so-helpful legend that I had knives out for some of my guests.
- 2/7/2024
- by Tatiana Tenreyro
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
On a somber night at the Grand Ole Opry following news of Toby Keith’s death, Darius Rucker took the stage to pay tribute to the country star with a cover of Keith’s “God Love Her.”
“We woke up to some sad news this morning. Country music lost Toby Keith, and I wanted to do something special for Toby tonight,” Rucker told the Opry audience Tuesday before launching into Keith’s 2008 single (first reported by Whiskey Riff). “It’s one of his songs, my favorite Toby Keith song. So this goes out to Toby.
“We woke up to some sad news this morning. Country music lost Toby Keith, and I wanted to do something special for Toby tonight,” Rucker told the Opry audience Tuesday before launching into Keith’s 2008 single (first reported by Whiskey Riff). “It’s one of his songs, my favorite Toby Keith song. So this goes out to Toby.
- 2/7/2024
- by Daniel Kreps
- Rollingstone.com
Stephen Colbert took a few minutes on The Late Show to pay tribute to Toby Keith, who died this week at age 62. Colbert, who called the country singer “one of the greats,” recalled being friends with Keith.
“I was shocked and saddened when I saw the news this morning,” Colbert said. “I knew Toby was ill, he’d been fighting stomach cancer for some time, but I still had hope that we would see each other again and that we would hear him on this stage. I was lucky enough...
“I was shocked and saddened when I saw the news this morning,” Colbert said. “I knew Toby was ill, he’d been fighting stomach cancer for some time, but I still had hope that we would see each other again and that we would hear him on this stage. I was lucky enough...
- 2/7/2024
- by Emily Zemler
- Rollingstone.com
Drake’s Alleged X-Rated Video Turns The Internet Upside Down! (Picture Credit: Instagram)
Canadian rapper and singer Drake kept the netizens hooked to mobile and computer screens on Tuesday, February 6. The rapper’s X-rated video leaked on social media, starting a meme fest online. He started trending at the top, and a new report suggests that Drake is aware of the leak and might not be fake. Keep scrolling to know.
The rapper was nominated in four categories in the 2024 Grammy Awards with artist Savage 21. Unfortunately, they did not win any of the prizes. He took to his Instagram handle and reportedly took a jibe at the Grammys. He wrote on his Insta story, “All you incredible artists, remember, this show isn’t the facts; it’s just the opinion of a group of people whose names are kept a secret…. Congratulations to anybody winning anything for hip-hop, but this...
Canadian rapper and singer Drake kept the netizens hooked to mobile and computer screens on Tuesday, February 6. The rapper’s X-rated video leaked on social media, starting a meme fest online. He started trending at the top, and a new report suggests that Drake is aware of the leak and might not be fake. Keep scrolling to know.
The rapper was nominated in four categories in the 2024 Grammy Awards with artist Savage 21. Unfortunately, they did not win any of the prizes. He took to his Instagram handle and reportedly took a jibe at the Grammys. He wrote on his Insta story, “All you incredible artists, remember, this show isn’t the facts; it’s just the opinion of a group of people whose names are kept a secret…. Congratulations to anybody winning anything for hip-hop, but this...
- 2/7/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Back in 2002, Toby Keith appeared on the very first episode of Total Nonstop Action Wrestling to perform his song “Courtesy of the Red, White, and Blue (The Angry American)” — only to be interrupted midway through by the dastardly wrestler Jeff Jarrett. There is maybe no better metaphor for the kitschy nationalist spectacle of the era. A few years before, a heel in wrestling might have incited boos and jeers from the crowd by burning an American flag. But in the immediate aftermath of 9/11, you make them hate you by interrupting a Toby Keith concert.
- 2/7/2024
- by Nadine Smith
- Rollingstone.com
Toby Keith kept performing until the very end. The country singer, who died on Feb. 5 at age 62, performed his last concerts in December to thousands of adoring fans.
Keith was diagnosed with stomach cancer in 2021, but he didn’t let his illness keep him from doing what he loved. The man behind hits such as “Red Solo Cup” and “Courtesy of the Red, White, and Blue” continued to entertain crowds even as his health declined. His final shows were at the Dolby Live at Park MGM in Las Vegas on Dec. 10, 11, and 14, just two months before his death.
Toby Keith didn’t want to ‘sit around here and do nothing’ Toby Keith performs on stage during the 2023 People’s Choice Country Awards at the Grand Ole Opry House on Sept. 28, 2023 in Nashville, Tenn. | Allen Clark/NBC via Getty Images
After learning he had cancer, Keith took a break from performing.
Keith was diagnosed with stomach cancer in 2021, but he didn’t let his illness keep him from doing what he loved. The man behind hits such as “Red Solo Cup” and “Courtesy of the Red, White, and Blue” continued to entertain crowds even as his health declined. His final shows were at the Dolby Live at Park MGM in Las Vegas on Dec. 10, 11, and 14, just two months before his death.
Toby Keith didn’t want to ‘sit around here and do nothing’ Toby Keith performs on stage during the 2023 People’s Choice Country Awards at the Grand Ole Opry House on Sept. 28, 2023 in Nashville, Tenn. | Allen Clark/NBC via Getty Images
After learning he had cancer, Keith took a break from performing.
- 2/6/2024
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Toby Keith was a country music singer who helped set up Ally's House, a nonprofit organization that helps families dealing with childhood cancer.
He passed away on February 5, 2024.
Charities & foundations supported
Toby Keith has supported the following charities:
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He passed away on February 5, 2024.
Charities & foundations supported
Toby Keith has supported the following charities:
ACM Lifting LivesAlly's HouseFeeding AmericaMake-a-Wish FoundationNevada Cancer InstituteStarlight Children's FoundationThe Salvation ArmyToby Keith FoundationUnited Way Read more about Toby Keith's charity work and events. Related articles Brooks Goes Pink For Breast CancerCelebrity Auctions For ChristmasToby Keith Raises Cash For Ally's HouseJonas Brothers To Launch the 2008 Red Kettle CampaignStephen Colbert's Christmas Special For Charity
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- 2/6/2024
- Look to the Stars
Nearly 20 years ago, the efforts of one country music icon kicked open a door for the arrival of another. In 2005, Toby Keith — who died this week at the age of 62 — entered into a joint venture with music executive Scott Borchetta to launch Big Machine Records, the first record label to sign Taylor Swift. The rest is, quite literally, history.
During Swift’s first-ever television appearance, she strummed the chords and belted out the lyrics to “Teardrops on My Guitar,” the second single from her debut album Taylor Swift, released via...
During Swift’s first-ever television appearance, she strummed the chords and belted out the lyrics to “Teardrops on My Guitar,” the second single from her debut album Taylor Swift, released via...
- 2/6/2024
- by Larisha Paul
- Rollingstone.com
Toby Keith, who died February 5 of cancer at 62, was among America’s most popular country acts for more than 25 years.
A former a rodeo hand, oil field worker and semi-pro football player, the Oklahoman singer-songwriter and guitarist broke out with his debut 1993 anthem “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” which launched a string of smash singles that would stretch into the 2010s. He racked up 36 Top 10 country hits during that span, including a whopping 20 that topped the Billboard Hot Country Songs and spent a combined 54 weeks at No. 1. He also had a dozen Top 40 hits on Billboard’s Hot 100, led by “Beer For My Horses” and “Who’s Your Daddy?,” both of which peaked at No. 22 in 2003.
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His other best-known songs include “Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue (The Angry American),” “I Wanna Talk About Me,” “My List,” “How Do You Like Me Now?...
A former a rodeo hand, oil field worker and semi-pro football player, the Oklahoman singer-songwriter and guitarist broke out with his debut 1993 anthem “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” which launched a string of smash singles that would stretch into the 2010s. He racked up 36 Top 10 country hits during that span, including a whopping 20 that topped the Billboard Hot Country Songs and spent a combined 54 weeks at No. 1. He also had a dozen Top 40 hits on Billboard’s Hot 100, led by “Beer For My Horses” and “Who’s Your Daddy?,” both of which peaked at No. 22 in 2003.
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His other best-known songs include “Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue (The Angry American),” “I Wanna Talk About Me,” “My List,” “How Do You Like Me Now?...
- 2/6/2024
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
After the news of Toby Keith’s death broke overnight, reactions from the stars of the country music world and beyond followed, as some legendary figures and admirers of the late Nashville star began to share tributes online.
Keith “passed peacefully last night on Feb. 5, surrounded by his family,” read his official website’s announcement of his death; he was 62. The news came two years after the singer posted about his stomach cancer diagnosis on his official Instagram page.
His Instagram page is where many are directing their reactions and condolences following the news. “God Bless you and Family,” singer Randy Houser commented. “Hard to imagine an America without Toby Keith in it.”
Actor Stephen Baldwin commented, “Wow this announcement has totally taken my breath away. I’ve been praying for Toby and it is truly wonderful to know he is finally home praise Jesus” and Georgia-based singer-songwriter Channing Wilson wrote,...
Keith “passed peacefully last night on Feb. 5, surrounded by his family,” read his official website’s announcement of his death; he was 62. The news came two years after the singer posted about his stomach cancer diagnosis on his official Instagram page.
His Instagram page is where many are directing their reactions and condolences following the news. “God Bless you and Family,” singer Randy Houser commented. “Hard to imagine an America without Toby Keith in it.”
Actor Stephen Baldwin commented, “Wow this announcement has totally taken my breath away. I’ve been praying for Toby and it is truly wonderful to know he is finally home praise Jesus” and Georgia-based singer-songwriter Channing Wilson wrote,...
- 2/6/2024
- by Kevin Dolak
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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