A Night for Toby Keith: The Stars Honor an American Icon on NBC

NBC is set to re-air Toby Keith: American Icon on Wednesday, August 27. Originally airing on August 28, 2024, the concert became the network’s most-watched non-holiday special of the year—proving the powerful impact of Toby’s music and spirit.

A Legendary Lineup

Filmed before a sold-out audience at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, the night featured a staggering list of stars:

Trace Adkins, Priscilla Block, Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Jordan Davis, Scotty Emerick, Brantley Gilbert, Riley Green, HARDY, Tyler Hubbard, Jamey Johnson, Krystal Keith, Miranda Lambert, Ella Langley, Mac McAnally, Ashley McBryde, Parker McCollum, Reba McEntire, Leanne Morgan, Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Darius Rucker, Blake Shelton, George Strait, Carrie Underwood, Clay Walker, and Lainey Wilson—each taking the stage to honor Toby with heartfelt tributes and powerhouse performances.

Unforgettable Highlights

• Carrie Underwood brought the house down with “A Little Less Talk and a Lot More Action.”

• Krystal Keith, Toby’s daughter, delivered a moving rendition of “Don’t Let the Old Man In,” widely called the most emotional performance of the night.

• Eric Church, Brantley Gilbert, HARDY, and others honored Toby with raw, high-energy takes on his biggest hits.

• Parker McCollum closed the show with “Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue”, joined onstage by nearly the entire lineup for a finale that shook the arena.

More Than Music

The special also spotlighted Toby’s philanthropy. Proceeds supported the Toby Keith Foundation’s OK Kids Korral, which provides free housing for families of critically ill children, and the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt.

Moments of reflection and personal stories blended seamlessly with the music, reminding fans not only of Toby’s unmatched career but also of his heart for service, his patriotism, and his deep love for his fans and family.

Why This Tribute Matters

Toby Keith: American Icon is more than a concert—it’s a celebration of a life lived in music, generosity, and authenticity. For fans, the re-airing is another chance to come together, sing along, and honor one of country music’s true giants.