Late singer Toby Keith was recently given a special tribute episode in the reality show American Idol. While fans are well aware of his musical accomplishments, there is little known about his personal life. As a result, there is growing curiosity regarding Toby Keith’s wife and his family.
Here is everything you need to know about Keith’s partner, his family, and the couple’s relationship history.
Who was Toby Keith married to?
Toby Keith was married to Tricia Lucus.
According to People, Lucus is a philanthropist. She has majorly contributed to helping children suffering from cancer. In 2019, Lucus and Keith were honored by the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine Alumni Association for raising major donations to The Children’s Hospital and the OK Kids Korral. Currently, Lucus is continuing her philanthropic work as the vice president of The Toby Keith Foundation.
How many kids do Toby Keith and Tricia Lucus have?
Toby Keith and Tricia Lucus are parents to three kids.
Lucas was mother to her daughter, Shelley Covel Rowland, in 1980 before marrying Keith. After the couple got married, Keith adopted Rowland. The pair later had two more kids, Krystal in 1985, and Stelen, who was born in 1997. While Krystal followed her father’s footsteps to become a musician, Stelen is a businessman.
Toby Keith and Tricia Lucus relationship history
Toby Keith and Tricia Lucus’s first meeting took place at a local bar. Lucus told People in 2001, ”I was 19 and he was 20, He was just one of those larger-than-life guys, full of confidence.”
After dating for three years, the duo tied the knot in 1984. As a couple, the two have always been supportive towards each other. Lucus always made sure to support her husband right from his struggling days to his success as a musician.