Keith died of stomach cancer, also known as gastric cancer. The statement about his death noted that he "fought his fight with grace and courage."

Toby Keith, the country music star, announced on Sunday afternoon on social media that he was treated for stomach cancer over the past six months. The singer said he was diagnosed with cancer in the fall and had been receiving chemotherapy, radiation and surgery.

Toby Keith, known for his country hit "Should've Been a Cowboy," died in February after battling stomach cancer. Keith told the world about his cancer battle in June 2022 after a fall 2021 diagnosis. "Last fall, I was diagnosed with stomach cancer," he said on social media. "I've spent the last 6 months receiving chemo, radiation and surgery.

Country music superstar Toby Keith has announced he has been battling stomach cancer since late last year but has received treatment and plans to return to the stage soon. In a statement posted on his verified Twitter and Instagram accounts Sunday, Keith said he was diagnosed with cancer last fall.