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TNA Wrestling is "deeply saddened" by the death of country music star Toby Keith. Keith passed away at 62 years old on Monday following a battle with stomach cancer. A statement released on Keith's official website said that he "passed peacefully" while surrounded by his family. While known for his music, Keith was also a pro wrestling fan whose friendship with Jeff Jarrett led to him performing at the first-ever TNA Wrestling event in 2002. Keith took part in angles on the first two NWA-TNA shows. Later, Keith and Jarrett considered buying TNA or starting a new wrestling promotion together, but the idea was never able to come to fruition. TNA posted a statement on Tuesday sending its condolences to Keith's 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. Jim Ross, who was friends with Keith as well, posted the following: "My heart is heavy today upon hearing th

This article first appeared on F4WOnline.com and was syndicated with permission.

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