‘That’s a Wrap on the Weekend’: Toby Keith’s Last Post 1 Day before His Death

Toby Keith | Source: Getty Images
Toby Keith | Source: Getty Images

‘That’s a Wrap on the Weekend’: Toby Keith’s Last Post 1 Day before His Death

Toby Keith shared one last post on his social media account before he passed away. Fans have reacted sorrowfully and made comments about how the post was the star’s “goodbye post.”

A day before country icon Toby Keith met his demise, he shared a video of him performing on his Instagram page. Footage depicted the “Should’ve Been a Cowboy” artist standing in front of a huge cheering crowd as he raised his guitar above his head.

Placed behind Keith in the video was his talented band, including his drummer, who banged enthusiastically on his drum set as Keith finished performing a song. People who saw the video expressed their sadness and opinions that the video foreshadowed Keith’s death.

Toby Keith performing in Las Vegas, Nevada posted on December 12, 2023 | Source: Instagram/tobykeith

Toby Keith performing in Las Vegas, Nevada posted on December 12, 2023 | Source: Instagram/tobykeith

Toby Keith performing in Las Vegas, Nevada posted on December 12, 2023 | Source: Instagram/tobykeith

Toby Keith performing in Las Vegas, Nevada posted on December 12, 2023 | Source: Instagram/tobykeith

Of Keith’s last video, which he captioned, “And that’s a wrap on the weekend, y’all,” one person , “This was his goodbye post 😢. A legend lost 😞.” Another , “Maybe he knew. That’s why he wore all black.” Similarly, another person , “He knew time was closing.”

Toby Keith performing in Las Vegas, Nevada posted on December 12, 2023 | Source: Instagram/tobykeith

Toby Keith performing in Las Vegas, Nevada posted on December 12, 2023 | Source: Instagram/tobykeith

also shared another special moment with his fans when he beautifully sang one of his hit songs “Don’t Let The Old Man In” while in Las Vegas in December of last year.

As previously reported on February 6:

Mere hours ago, the public learned of the sad news that country star Toby Keith had died. The 62-year-old beloved musician passed yesterday, February 5. Toby’s fans have been left heartbroken by the news and took to social media to pay respects to the late artist. A statement detailing Toby’s demise was posted to his official Instagram account.

In the message, it was that Toby, who was battling stomach cancer, died “peacefully” and was “surrounded by his family.” The Instagram post also that “he fought his fight with grace and courage.”

Toby Keith and Tricia Lucus at the People's Choice Country Awards in Nashville, Tennessee on September 28, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

Toby Keith and Tricia Lucus at the People’s Choice Country Awards in Nashville, Tennessee on September 28, 2023 | Source: Getty Images

Toby and Krystal Keith at the 38th Annual Country Music Awards in Nashville, Tennessee in 2004. | Source: Getty Images

Toby and Krystal Keith at the 38th Annual Country Music Awards in Nashville, Tennessee in 2004. | Source: Getty Images

Upon seeing the post, one fan , “We love you, Toby. I’m so devastated. Your music will l[i]ve on forever, legend ❤️.” Similarly, another , “My heart is broken…Thank you for sharing yourself with the world 😢❤️.”

Another fan addressed : his wife, Tricia Lucus; his daughters, , and ; and his son, Stelen Keith Covel. The fan , “Rest in peace, Toby. Sending prayers to his family. This is such sad news, but you were a blessing and fought it out until the end like the legend you are.” Someone else , “God bless his family through this hard time 😢.”

Before the “Don’t Let The Old Man In” singer died, he briefly spoke to a media outlet about his cancer. He discussed how he felt good that day he was giving the interview but also , “It’s a little bit of a roller coaster. You get good days, and you know, you’re up and down […] It’s always zero to 60 and 60 to zero.”

Days before his passing, Toby shared two last videos on his social media page. In one, he reflected on the when he was 14 or 15. The other video showed Toby entertaining a vast crowd as he onstage.

With his death, leaves his incredible legacy in the hands of his grieving family, who have asked the public to respect their privacy during this significantly painful time.

As previously reported on June 8, 2023:

Country star Toby Keith worried his fans when he announced that he was taking a break from music to deal with his stomach cancer diagnosis in June 2022. The singer said he was undergoing chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery and needed time to rest. Keith explained that he would use this time to get back on his feet and spend time with his family.

Toby Keith in California in 2003 | Source: Getty Images

Toby Keith in California in 2003 | Source: Getty Images

In December 2022, Keith made his since announcing . The country star was positive that he would be back on stage soon.

However, he admitted that his body was strained.”It is pretty debilitating to have to go through all that, but as long as everything stays hunky-dory, then we will look at something good in the future,” he . The “Red Solo Cup” singer shared a picture promoting children’s health on his Instagram, which concerned fans due to his appearance.

The singer had evidently lost weight, and many were worried about his . Some found the weight loss concerning, while others thought Keith looked good. One person , “You have lost so much weight. Prayers for you dear Toby.”

Another , “Please tell me Toby is ok? This picture is most disturbing.” Someone else , “So thin. I hope you are getting better.” Another social media user , “Wow he’s lost a lot of weight. But still looks great. Keep fighting my friend.” Most commenters saw the drastic change in Keith’s appearance as worrying and reckoned that the stomach cancer was taking a toll on his body.

Some could not even bear the singer’s sight and wanted reassurance that he was fine. Nonetheless, his supporters kept him in their prayers and encouraged him to fight. “Omg, I just saw this. He looks nothing like he once did. Ripping my heart out. I pray he pulls through this,” a worried user.

To see Keith still smiling and doing his charitable work gave many fans hope that he would defeat cancer, even though it was so scary to see him in his that fans thought it was “disturbing.”

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