Toby Keith didn’t lose his battle to cancer.
Country music recording artist Toby Keith holds a Red Solo Cup as he performs on NBC’s Today show at Rockefeller Plaza on July 5, 2019, in New York. Keith, 62, died on Monday, February 5, 2024.Photo by Greg Allen/Invision/AP
Anyone that has ever been in that fight, or has had a loved one in that fight, knows that it’s not a battle someone loses. He died, tragically, yes. But it is impossible to show the bravery that Keith did and lose.
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His passing was a tragedy, but as his time came close to an end, he talked about the role his wife of almost 40 years, Tricia Lucus, played in taking care of him. And, after his death, his son, Stelen Covel, posted a heartfelt tribute to his father, too.
If there is any solace in all of this, it’s that, by all accounts, the singer was able to leave his family in good standing. Heading into the year, we looked at the top richest country music singer’s heading into the year. Keith was on that list — which is updated by the website LEDGERNOTE — and you can see that below with the other performers that were listed.
10. Carrie Underwood
Buzz: Football fans can close their eyes and hear Underwood signing the opener for “Sunday Night Football,” but she has had a ton of success outside of that song. Eight Grammy awards. 70 million albums sold. A whole lot of cash money.
Net Worth: $140 million
9. Alan Jackson
Buzz: Want some good, old-school country? Jackson is your man. He has slowed down some because of health issues, but the 65-year-old has plenty of cash to show for his work.
Net Worth: $160 million
8. Luke Bryan
Buzz: As LEDGERNOTE points out, Bryan has had gigs outside of singing, such as hosting “American Idol.” Pair that with more than 80 million albums sold, and it’s no shock to see him in the top 10.
Net Worth: $165 million
7. Kenny Chesney
Buzz: Hard to believe it, but LEDGERNOTE points out that Chesney has dropped a whopping 20 studio albums. They’ve done well, too. Just check the bank account.
Net Worth: $180 million
6 (tie). Faith Hill
Buzz: LEDGERNOTE did something interesting here, combining Hill with her husband, Tim McGraw, to come up with the number. She has certainly earned her fair share of dough, starting out in her career at 16.
Net Worth: $200 million
6 (tie). TIm McGraw
Buzz: Again, this is combined with his wife, Faith Hill. That said, McGraw has had his share of hits, and fared well in some acting gigs, too. So, no surprise to see him or Hill or, in this case, both on the list.
Net Worth: $200 million
5. George Strait
Buzz: Strait was selling albums back when selling albums was big-time business, obviously. Thirteen multi-platinum records, 33 platinum, 38 gold. Whole lot of cold hard cash.
Net Worth: $300 million
FILE – Honoree Toby Keith performs at the 46th annual Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala at the Marriott Marquis on June 18, 2015, in New York.“Beer For My Horses” singer-songwriter Toby Keith has died. He was 62. Keith passed peacefully on Monday, Feb. 5, 2024 surrounded by his family, according to a statement posted on the country singer’s website. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File)Evan Agostini/Invision/AP
4. Toby Keith
Buzz: Keith entered 2024 fourth in the website’s rankings. Aside from his music, he had a number of business ventures, including Wild Shot mezcal liquor.
Net Worth: $370 million
3. Shania Twain
Buzz: Twain might surprise some folks, but she has been doing it since the 90s in a big way. LEDGERNOTE points out too that, aside from her musical success, she has had a gig as a judge on “American Idol,” had successful endorsements, perfume and even a book that has done well.
Net Worth: $410 million
2. Garth Brooks
Buzz: This was the big question heading into the rankings. How would Brooks fare? Well, LEDGERNOTE said his value improved by $30 million. The site says he is the best-selling solo artist in the United States with 148 million albums sold. He had an Amazon Special late last year playing from that new bar in Tennessee. He has a new album, “Time Traveler” out. He has a new deal with TuneIn Radio to carry “The Garth Channel.” He just wrapped up a sold out in Las Vegas and has 18 more dates set for Caesars Palace in 2024. That probably answers the question heading into this year’s list.
Net Worth: $430 million
1. Dolly Parton
Buzz: Did you see Dolly rock the Dallas Cowboys-Washington Commanders halftime show back on Thanksgiving? The woman is still a force at 77-years-old and, aside from music, she has had a whole slew of business ventures that have paid her well.
Net Worth: $675 million
