Country music star Toby Keith died Monday, according to a post on his official website.
The 62-year-old singer died peacefully, surrounded by family, the post said.
“He fought his fight with grace and courage,” the post said.
The singer opened up about his battle with stomach cancer in June 2022. He underwent surgery and received chemotherapy and radiation after his diagnosis in 2021, The Associated Press reported.
Keith was born July 8, 1961, in Clinton, Oklahoma. He got his start in country music in the early 90s with his hit debut single, “Should’ve Been A Cowboy,” according to his biography on the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame website. He was inducted into the hall of fame in 2021.
Keith’s other popular songs include “How Do You Like Me Now?!” “Beer For My Horses,” “I Love This Bar” and “Red Solo Cup.”
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