Toby Keith Shares Health Update on Cancer Battle
'I need a little bit of time to just rest up and heal up.'
Toby Keith is sharing an optimistic update about his cancer battle.
In the first interview since publicly sharing his stomach cancer diagnosis last year, the country star assured fans that he was “getting back to fightin’ shape.”
“I need a little bit of time to just rest up and heal up,” he told CMT Hot 20 Countdown’s Cody Alan, noting his desire to return to the stage and live performances.
“It’s pretty debilitating to have to go through all that, but as long as everything stays hunky dory, then we’ll look at something good in the future,” he elaborated.
Well wishes poured into the comment section, with one fan reminding Keith to take it easy, writing, "Just get your strength back first. We want to see you out there but don’t want a relapse and getting your immune system down Toby! We love ya man! Can’t wait to see you again but please take your time."
The “Red Solo Cup” singer first revealed the diagnosis in June 2021, explaining that he was diagnosed six months prior.
Since the diagnosis, he made a handful of appearances, including his first performance at Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse in Lexington, KY this past November. For the impromptu show, he performed an hour long set with some of his greatest hits, including “I Love This Bar.”
He also attended the 2022 BMI Awards to accept the BMI Icon Award.
While announcing his diagnosis on social media last year, he gave fans a glimpse at his journey, stating: “I’ve spent the last 6 months receiving chemo, radiation and surgery. So far, so good. I need time to breathe, recover and relax. I am looking forward to spending this time with my family. But I will see the fans sooner rather than later.”
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