Country music star Toby Keith married Tricia Lucas Covel on March 24, 1984. The two were married for over 39 years before Toby was lost to stomach cancer on February 5, 2024. Toby was the proud father to three children: Shelley Covel Rowland, Krystal Keith, and Stelen Keith Covel. Let’s take a closer look at each of his kids and the unique paths they’ve chosen in life. Their children are grown and have families and careers of their own.
Shelley Covel Rowland is their oldest daughter. Shelley was adopted by Keith in 1984 after marrying Tricia, she’s married and the mother of two. Unlike her siblings, Shelley has stayed out of the spotlight and focused on her family life. She is married and has children, making Toby a proud grandfather.
Shelley & Krystal
Each of their children and grandchildren are a blessing to the Keith family making Toby and Tricia proud parents and grandparents. So far, two of Toby Keith’s children, Krystal and Stelen, have followed their father into the music business.
Their second daughter, Krystal Ladawn Covel Sandubrae, was born on September 30, 1985. Krystal is the mother of two daughters. Shelley and Krystal have made Toby and Tricia the happy grandparents of three granddaughters and one grandson. Krystal Covel Sandubrae, known professionally as Krystal Keith, is a country singer like her father. In 2004, Krystal sang with Toby Keith covering Inez and Charlie Foxx’s song “Mockingbird.” After graduating from the University of Oklahoma, Krystal continued to pursue her music career signing on with Show-Dog-Universal Music in 2013. In the middle of 2013, Krystal released her first four song extended play, debuting her 1st single “Daddy Dance with Me.” She created a sweet memory for her father by surprising him when she sang it on her wedding day.
Krystal went on to release an album titled “Whiskey & Lace”, produced by her father, which features a blend of traditional country sounds and contemporary influences. Over the years, Krystal has continued to perform and release music, balancing her career with her role as a mother and wife. Currently, Krystal juggles her music career with her busy family life.
Their third child, son Stelen Keith Covel, was born on October 23rd, 1997. He is the youngest child of Toby and Tricia. Unlike his sister Krystal, Stelen prefers the behind-the-scenes music career. He has teamed up with longtime friend Zeke Benoit, grandson of Howard Pollack, who’s known for large venue music concerts. Stelen and Zeke grew up behind the scenes and co-founded Nostalgic Nights, a concert booking company. During an interview with OUDaily, Stelen shared, “I’ve seen it all up-close and personal for my entire life.” It seems like a natural fit for Stelen.
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He has shown a keen interest in entrepreneurship and has been involved in various business ventures, including co-founding a concert production company. Stelen keeps a relatively low profile compared to his famous father and sister but remains an integral part of the family.
In November 2021, Stelen married his longtime girlfriend, Haley, in a beautiful ceremony that was attended by close family and friends. The couple often shares glimpses of their life together on social media, showing their love and commitment to each other.
Toby has left behind a rich legacy in music and life. May Tricia have many more happy years together enjoying their children and grandchildren. Share this closer look at Toby Keith’s children with other country music fans!
