UPDATED: TNA, WWE, Jim Ross Pay Tribute To Toby Keith After Passing

UPDATE: WWE and Jim Ross have joined TNA in paying tribute to Toby Keith following the country star’s passing on Tuesday. WWE and JR both posted to Twitter to issue statements on Keith’s passing, as you can see below.

On behalf of 411, our condolences to the family, friends and fans of Mr. Keith.

WWE is saddened to learn that country music star and former Raw guest host Toby Keith has passed away.

WWE extends its condolences to Keith’s family, friends, and fans. pic.twitter.com/bvOUMuYkrQ

— WWE (@WWE) February 6, 2024

My heart is heavy today upon hearing that my friend Toby Keith has left us. 🙏
I’m so sad.
A true man’s man.
Boomer Sooner Big T.

— Jim Ross (@JRsBBQ) February 6, 2024

ORIGINAL: Country singer Toby Keith has sadly passed away after a battle with stomach cancer at the age of 62. He made appearances in TNA Wrestling including on the first two TNA pay-per-view events.

Jeff Jarrett and Keith attempted to buy TNA in 2013, but were not successful. Keith appeared as a Guest Host on WWE Monday Night Raw back in October 2010.

TNA paid tribute to him with this post on Twitter:

“We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of country music legend Toby Keith – who appeared on the very first TNA event. We offer our condolences to his friends and family.”

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of country music legend Toby Keith – who appeared on the very first TNA event. We offer our condolences to his friends and family. pic.twitter.com/wvrfPGBJx0

— TNA Wrestling (@ThisIsTNA) February 6, 2024