Toby Keith’s Children Honor Him at CMT Music Awards Two Months After His Passing
Toby Keith‘s family continues to honor his legacy.
Two months after the passing of the country music star at the age of 62, his children Krystal Keith, Shelley Covel Rowland, and Stelen Keith Covel attended the 2024 CMT Music Awards in Austin, Texas on April 7. They shared what the evening meant to them.
“It means a lot,” Shelley told Us Weekly. “It’s our first public appearance, a public outing, so it’s very bittersweet. It’s going to be emotional. We’re trying to hold back the tears now and get through this line of cameras.”
During the ceremony, several stars paid tribute to Keith, who had passed away in February after his battle with stomach cancer. Brooks & Dunn performed his hit “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” while Lainey Wilson covered his song “How Do You Like Me Now?!” Additionally, Sammy Hagar sang Keith’s track “I Love This Bar,” and Roger Clemens shared some words.