Toby Keith Talks About Cancer Battle, Faith (Full Interview)

News 9's Robin Marsh talked with Oklahoma country music legend Toby Keith late in 2023 about his career, his cancer battle, his faith, and even a jingle he recorded for the station some 30 years ago. Toby passed away on Feb. 5, 2024, and our thoughts are with his family, friends and his millions of fans across the world.

[cynthiamulholland]

I will be joining Toby & Jesus soon!!! I have Throat Cancer, Esophageal Cancer & Colon Cancer!!! After 3 years of being sick & suffering, I am at peace with going home to Heaven & joining all those that have gone before me!!! I've had 65 years here on earth!!! I doubt I will make it to my 66th birthday but it's okay!!! See you soon Toby!!!❤❤❤

[karentarkington]

What a class act! So proud of him. No scandals, faithful to his wife, a daddy to his children, acknowleges God and supports his country. Just goodness❤

[jannythewonderwomen]

Say "Hey" to my Husband Rod in Heaven. He passed of Covid January 2 2021. You will recognize him. 6' 5" long gray beard, bald head. Big guy. Hoist one with him will ya? You both are missed so much. Have no words.

[JasonGilbert-ylhf]

Why can't our government care about us as much as Toby does for our country... Love ya Toby!!!

[fernandohorner]

I was there, serving in Mosul, Iraq 2004, when I saw this wonderful man perform some great music for us. I will always remember how energetic and kind he was to us. He was the ONLY celebrity with the courage to visit us in a warzone while we were being attacked. Everyone else stayed in Kuwait, were there was zero chance of danger. I will always admire this man for his courage. Til Valhalla, Mr. Keith.

[ritaday]

I had faith through my kidney cancer, I was like you Toby I was so peaceful in whatever happened. I am cancer free and praise God everyday for his blessings. Amen

[ScottWeber-oumn]

Toby got a 100 years lived in just 62 years I love this man!

[leahfreese]

What an inspiration. Only with Jesus will we find that peace that passes all understanding. I know you are with Him now rejoicing in Heaven. No more pain, no more suffering. If you are reading this and you have not accepted Jesus as your Lord and Savior it is so simple. Jesus I believe that you died on the cross and rose again. Jesus come make your home inside my heart. Jesus will make his home in you. He said I will never leave you or forsake you. Your life will be forever changed. I am proof of that. Thank you Toby Keith for sharing your faith and I pray many come to Jesus through your testimony. Until we meet in Heaven we are all greater for knowing you.

[Muthama-qjrw]

I've cried 😭😭 a ton since learning about his passing. I am an American Soldier

[kimberlyledford]

I am a Toby Keith Warrior. He is my favorite country artist ever. He stands for the American that loves his country, family, friends, the Creator and hard work. He showed the world what it took to be the captain of HIS ship while his time here on earth was granted. I'll forever be grateful for this artist, father, husband, friend, philanthropist and true spirit of American greatness.

[dawnfredlund]

I saw Toby at Beer for My Horses tour and it was a great concert. He is missed by many. If you want to shed a few tears watch the tributes to this man. Toby was loved by a lot of people. A Toby fan.

[doberbrat]

My 40-year old uncle passed away from stomach cancer exactly one week after getting diagnosed! It was by far one of the most excruciatingly painful experience to watch, however, about two hours prior to his passing, his face lit up and he held his arms out and said “momma” with the biggest grin and tears streaming down his face. His mom passed when he was in his early twenties, and He was in a coma at this point so we knew exactly where he was headed after his passing! … RIP to a beloved legend and patriot, Toby Keith! You will be greatly missed!

[janiegiroux]

It's so weird listening to him about having made his peace about the outcome. I was also diagnosed with cancer in Fall 2021, like Toby. I am now on my way out to jump is Christ's arms, my savior, my friend. I'm 59 and at peace. I know where I am going. God bless you all. I hope you all turn to Jesus in your life time.

[cynthiafoster]

I know that this will probably never be read. By anyone but Toby hoping you are still checking in on these messages, my youngest son died on December fourth of 2023. He was diagnosed in September with pancreatic cancer. He was going through chemotherapy very aggressive treatments and was still working every day. We had Thanksgiving dinner oh how I love and miss him. He was only Fifty years old. But he caught covid on the last day of his quarantine he became very sick and passed away ththe next day he was my youngest son. So Toby, once again if you can run into him in heaven please tell him his Mum says I love and miss you more than words can ever say. Love you too and both of you rest with Jesus an God our Father.Night night

[carolynsmith]

I am a Black Girl who loved Toby Keith & his music. My heart is broken that he is no longer present on the planet but I can listen to his music anytime. I loved the song he created, & sang “Cryin’ for me” I’m gonna miss you for Wayman Tisdale, who passed away 05/15/09 from cancer. You 2 are together again possibly doing gigs in heaven & catching up.)
My deepest condolences to The Keith Family at this most difficult time. May the Peace of God that passes all understanding guard & keep your hearts & minds in Christ Jesus. He is still with you & his fans through his music. Toby will also show up in the sweetest ways when you least expect it, to remind YOU he is always Present because he’s spirit. 😍🙏🏾🤗

[katherinethacker]

I don't know how people live in this wicked world without a relationship with GOD the FATHER, GOD the SON and God the HOLY SPIRIT.

[michaelzimmerman]

A true American patriot, song writer and man of faith! On to greener pastures!

[Jrb-lfhg]

You learn a lot by listening to people at the end of life about what’s important in life

[CarrieRoss-Hobbs-pqhg]

Just lost my Daddy to pancreatic cancer. He fought until the very end and never lost faith or questioned God. He was a Christian and couldn't wait to get to heaven. I miss him immensely he was my best friend.

[MarianRobinette-lo]

It was a honor to work for you we are really going to miss you 😢 my heart goes out to your family I send lots of love and prayers 🙏🏿💞 rest in peace Toby may you be at peace ❤❤❤