'It's always zero to 60 and 60 to zero!' Country star Toby Keith updates fans on health battle
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Tricia Lucus, the spouse of the country singer Toby Keith, recently provided a heartening update regarding his ongoing struggle with stomach cancer.
Keith is slated to be honored with the Country Icon Award at the People's Choice Country Awards on September 28, 2023.
Diagnosed in 2021, the 62-year-old singer is optimistic about his health and is ready to raise a red solo cup to good times.
How is Toby Keith's health?
In a recent interview, Toby Keith expressed his current state of health. "I feel pretty good," he stated, highlighting the positive news that, as of June, his tumor had shrunk by a third of its original size.
The renowned singer of 'Red Solo Cup', went on to describe his journey as a bit of a roller coaster, with good days and challenging ones. "You're up and down, up and down. It's always zero to 60 and 60 to zero, but I feel good today," Toby remarked.
The evening promised more than just heartfelt interviews and red-carpet appearances. Toby Keith is set to perform his song 'Don't Let the Old Man' from the Clint Eastwood film 'The Mule.'
Toby Keith on receiving Country Icon Award
The country legend has much to celebrate at the upcoming inaugural People's Choice Country Awards. "It's nice to recognize my 30-year career," Toby Keith shared, clearly humbled by the honor. "It's pretty mind-boggling," as per E!
When asked about what aspect of his career the 'Should've Been a Cowboy' singer was most proud of, Toby Keith pointed to his songwriting.
He spoke about the years of hard work and dedication he poured into crafting songs, reflecting on the memories associated with each creation.
"Those years of pounding those songs out there and remembering where you were when each one was conceived and all that, it's amazing," he shared.
Toby Keith attended the event with his wife, Tricia Lucus, and the couple looked stunning as they walked the red carpet together. It was a heartwarming display of their enduring love and support for each other.