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A Joyful New Chapter for the Covel Family: Welcoming Baby Millie Brooks Covel
On August 15, the Covel family celebrated a heartwarming milestone with the arrival of a new generation. Haley Covel and her husband, Stelen Covel — the only son of late country music legend Toby Keith — joyfully welcomed their first child, a daughter named Millie Brooks Covel.
The couple, who exchanged vows in November 2021, had shared their exciting news with fans earlier this year. On February 13, 2025, they posted a cheerful announcement on social media, writing: “Baby Covel coming this summer”, accompanied by a baby chick emoji. Their photo, featuring beaming smiles and ultrasound images, quickly captured the hearts of friends, family, and fans, marking the beginning of a journey filled with anticipation.
A Celebration Full of Love
As the months passed, the family gathered to celebrate Haley and Stelen’s upcoming parenthood. On May 29, Stelen’s sisters, Shelley and Krystal, hosted a beautiful baby shower that reflected both joy and family tradition. The event featured thoughtful details, including delicately crafted cookies from Brown Egg Bakery decorated with pink cowboy hats, tiny bows, and a sweet message: “Baby Covel.” Though the baby’s gender was not officially announced at the time, the charming pink theme hinted at the little girl soon to arrive.
When the long-awaited day finally came, Stelen and Haley introduced their daughter in the simplest yet most heartfelt way. “Millie is here. We love you so much, little girl,” they wrote, sharing a tender image of their newborn swaddled in her hospital bassinet beneath a banner proudly displaying her name. The moment was intimate, genuine, and deeply moving for a family still finding light after a season of loss.
Continuing Toby Keith’s Legacy
Stelen is the youngest of Toby Keith and his wife Tricia Covel’s three children. Many fans are often surprised to discover that “Keith” was actually Toby’s middle name — his full name was Toby Keith Covel — meaning all three of his children, including baby Millie’s proud father, carry the family’s original surname.
Alongside Stelen, Toby and Tricia raised daughters Shelley and Krystal. Following in her father’s footsteps, Krystal Keith built her own music career, even performing with Toby on the 2004 CMA Awards stage. The family’s strong sense of connection, both personal and professional, remains a cornerstone of their story.
A Family United in Joy
The arrival of baby Millie carries profound meaning for the Covels, who continue to honor Toby Keith’s memory after his passing on February 5, 2024, following his battle with stomach cancer. In many ways, Millie represents more than the joy of new life — she is a symbol of resilience, continuity, and the enduring love that binds this family together.
Her birth offers a new chapter of hope and healing, reminding fans and loved ones alike that while the world lost a musical legend, the Covel family’s story of love and strength continues.
Congratulations to Stelen, Haley, and the entire Covel family on this beautiful blessing — a reminder that even in seasons of sorrow, new beginnings bring light, love, and legacy.