Late Toby Keith Honored at 2024 CMT Music Awards

Toby Keith might have died from abdomen most cancers two months in the past, however his spirit was very a lot alive at Sunday’s 2024 CMT Music Awards.

The late nation singing legend was celebrated in a giant method on the star-studded occasion by musicians Brooks & Dunn, Lainey Wilson and Sammy Hager, amongst others.

On the Moody Middle in Austin, Texas, Brooks & Dunn kicked issues off with a rendition of Toby’s 1993 tune, “Should’ve Been a Cowboy.”

After that, Sammy hit the stage, first regaling tales of kicking again together with his pal Toby over time in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Sammy then cranked out Toby’s 2003 hit, “I Love This Bar,” for the gang.

Lainey additionally paid her respects to Toby by enjoying his 1998 monitor, “How Do You Like Me Now?”

And there have been others like Willie Nelson‘s son, Lukas, who gave speeches displaying their love for the music icon.

On the finish of the tribute, Toby’s mates, household and fellow musicians held up pink cups in reminiscence of his well-known 2011 tune, “Red Solo Cup.”

Former MLB star pitcher Roger Clemens gave an emotional speech onstage thanking Toby’s household for sharing the crooner with the world. Clemens particularly talked about Toby’s spouse, Tricia, who didn’t attend the awards present.

However Toby’s three youngsters — Shelley, Krystal and Stelen — have been within the crowd and really touched by Clemens’ phrases. Shelley and Krystal have been even moved to tears.