Fans Share New Photos of Toby Keith's First Appearance Since His Cancer Diagnosis

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Welcome back to the stage, Toby Keith. The country music superstar had been taking some time off after revealing his stomach cancer diagnosis back in June.

At the time, the 60-year-old singer shared the news with his fans: "Last fall I was diagnosed with stomach cancer. 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 than later. I can’t wait. -T"

Just a few months later, it sounds like that time has come. According to The Cincinnati Enquirer, Toby took the stage for a surprise performance at Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse in Lexington, Kentucky. The singer performed his hit "I Love This Bar," Lynyrd Skynard’s "Sweet Home Alabama," and Otis Redding's "Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay," among others. He was in town to take in the Breeders' Cup horserace at Keeneland.

Jeff Ruby, the owner of the steakhouse, posted a photo on Twitter with Toby. Jeff wrote, "If I lose a fortune at ⁦@keeneland⁩ today I will still have had a great day. Seeing ⁦⁦@tobykeith⁩ alive, well, being Toby and looking great ( and trim too) was an incredible thing to see. See ya tonight pal. Millions of your fans are happy as well."

Since beginning his career in 1998, Toby has sold more than 40 million albums and has charted 20 number one hits. His 19th studio album, Peso in my Pocket, was released in October 2021, and his latest single, "Oklahoma Breakdown," hit country radio last month.

We're hoping to hear much more from Toby as he continues his recovery.

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