Country musician Toby Keith reveals stomach cancer diagnosis as he undergoes chemotherapy and surgery

Toby Keith has been present process therapy following a prognosis final yr (Image: Instagram/REX)

Nation musician Toby Keith has revealed he has abdomen most cancers and has been present process chemotherapy.

The 60-year-old singer – identified for his Billboard primary hit, Courtesy of the Pink, White and Blue – was recognized final autumn and is within the course of of getting therapy, which he assured followers goes effectively.

Keith gave a well being replace to his followers, who've been having fun with his performances on his newest tour following the discharge of his new album.

Posting a press release on Instagram, the star started: ‘Final fall I used to be recognized with abdomen most cancers. I’ve spent the final 6 months receiving chemo, radiation and surgical procedure.

‘To date, so good. I want time to breathe, get well and chill out.’

He added: ‘I'm trying ahead to spending this time with my household.

‘However I'll see the followers prior to later. I can’t wait.’

The singer is recovering, however assured followers he can’t wait to see them once more quickly (Image: Suzanne Cordeiro/Shutterstock)

Supporters have been fast to ship their effectively needs to the musician, with well-known faces additionally writing feedback.

US TV star Taylor Cusack commented: ‘Praying for you, T 🙏🏼’, whereas actor Chris Thunder wrote: ‘Praying Massively For You 🙏🏻❤️’.

One fan additionally wrote: ‘We love and miss you Toby! You handle you first. ❤️’

‘You're so cherished. We all know you'll be able to beat this. Sending you like and prayers,’ mentioned one other.

Whereas the songwriter is because of hit the stage in in Illinois and Michigan on June 17 and 18, it has not but been introduced whether or not the dates can be cancelled or rescheduled.

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Nevertheless, following Keith’s assertion, the Ohio State Honest shared on social media that the singer’s efficiency on July 28 won't be going forward.

Keith grew to become a rustic music favorite again within the early 90s, however he bought his large break when he launched the only How Do You Like Me Now? in 1999. He achieved the primary spot on the Billboard Scorching Nation Songs chart with the monitor.

Keith’s most up-to-date album was Peso In My Pocket, which dropped final yr and was his first document in 5 years.

Additionally in 2021, Keith was introduced with the Nationwide Medal of Arts by former US President Donald Trump, who was in Workplace on the time and whom he supported whereas the Home of Representatives voted to question him.