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Brett Favre says he was involved for his good pal Toby Keith within the days main as much as the nation music star’s dying … telling TMZ Sports activities that after talking just lately with the musician, he might inform the man was merely exhausted.

The previous Inexperienced Bay Packers quarterback stated he gave Keith a hoop simply two weeks in the past to test in on him … after he observed the 62-year-old did not look so sizzling following some December performances in Las Vegas.

Favre — who instructed us he would name Keith each three-or-so months following his abdomen most cancers prognosis — stated the “Red Solo Cup” crooner complained in regards to the harm chemotherapy had executed to his physique throughout … earlier than including that Keith appeared fatigued.

“I think in the end,” Favre stated, “he was just tired.”

“He did say that to me when we had our conversation,” the Corridor of Famer continued. “He said, ‘Brett, whatever happens, I’m OK with it.'”

Keith ended up passing away days later, on Feb. 5, whereas surrounded by his household.

Favre — who first befriended Keith at a live performance close to Lambeau Discipline again within the 90s — was heartbroken over the information … although he was clearly pleased with how Keith battled in his ultimate days.

“He handled it with grace and faith and family,” Favre stated, “and stood up to the cancer about as good as you can.”

Favre then recalled a few of his favourite reminiscences with Keith — which included a number of enjoyable journeys round golf programs.

“I can’t remember a good or a bad shot he hit,” Favre stated of one in all their outings, “I can just remember him smiling, and had everyone hooting and hollering and having a lot of fun.”