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- Late country legend’s son welcomes first baby over a year after famous father’s death (themirror.com)
Country music fans are celebrating the arrival of Millie Brooks Covel, the first child of Stelen Keith Covel and his wife, Haley. Stelen, son of the late country music legend Toby Keith, shared the joyous news on social media this week with an adorable photo of his newborn daughter.
The couple captioned the photo with a simple, heartfelt message: “Millie is here. We love you so much little girl.”
Fans were quick to offer their congratulations and share their belief that Toby Keith would be beaming with pride over his granddaughter. Many comments reflected on the bittersweet timing, acknowledging that Toby, who passed away in February 2024 after a battle with stomach cancer, would have cherished his granddaughter.
Toby Keith, remembered for hits like “Beer for My Horses” and “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” is survived by his wife, Tricia Lucus, and his three children, Shelley Covel Rowland, Krystal Keith, and Stelen. He was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame shortly after his passing.
Stelen paid tribute to his father on the anniversary of his death, calling him his “hero” and “an embodiment of the American Spirit.” The arrival of Millie Brooks Covel brings a new generation to the Keith family legacy, a bright spot amidst their continued grieving.