NBC to Air Toby Keith Tribute Special

NBC is set to air a two-hour concert special titled 'Toby Keith: American Icon' on August 28, honoring the late country music star who passed away from stomach cancer in February 2024. The event, filmed on July 29 at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena, features performances by over 25 country music luminaries including Luke Bryan, Carrie Underwood, and Eric Church, along with a poignant performance by Keith's daughter, Krystal Keith. Krystal expressed the event as a celebration of her father's life rather than a mourning, highlighting the joy and energy shared by fans and artists alike. The tribute also coincides with the release of two collections of Toby Keith's music, including '13 Number Ones' and a remastered version of his holiday album 'Christmas to Christmas', both scheduled for October 4. Krystal's emotional performance of 'Don’t Let The Old Man In' serves as a centerpiece of the tribute, reflecting her father's enduring impact on country music.