Toby Keith's Bass Player Dies

Country star Toby Keith is in mourning following the sudden death of his longtime bass player.

Carl 'Chuck' Goff, Jr., who worked with Keith for 25 years, was killed in a car crash in Oklahoma on Wednesday (27Feb13) at the age of 54.

Police are investigating the accident, and the singer has paid tribute to his pal.

In a statement, he writes, "We are deeply saddened by the sudden death of our band member, Chuck Goff. He was a close friend for over 25 years, the band leader and bass player. Our hearts and prayers go out to his family."