The guitarist of Toto, Steve Lukather, is addressing rumors regarding the band’s classic-era lead singer, Bobby Kimball.

Kimball was the voice behind many of the band’s biggest hits, including “Rosanna,” “Hold the Line,” and “Africa.” His initial tenure with the group spanned from 1977 to 1984, after which drug addiction and internal conflicts led to his dismissal. He later rejoined Toto for a second stint, lasting from 1998 to 2008.

Rumors about various feuds between Lukather and Kimball have frequently emerged, particularly when the singer was excluded from Toto’s reunion in 2010. Despite Kimball’s continued absence from the band, Lukather asserts that he and his former bandmate maintain a positive relationship.

Steve Lukather Denies Feud with Bobby Kimball

“Listen, I love Bobby, and we’ve been in touch,” the guitarist stated during a recent appearance on the Rockonteurs podcast. “I love him, and there’s a third party involved that sends love. There was all this nonsense in the early ‘90s about how we were mortal enemies and all this crap. That was just a lie.”

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“He’s one of the greatest singers I’ve ever been around,” Lukather continued, commending Kimball’s talent as “one of a kind.” “When his voice was on, he was untouchable. And you have that much power, man. It takes a lot to make that power come alive.”

The guitarist also provided a brief update on his former bandmate’s health, mentioning that Kimball is “starting to lose touch with who he is now because of dementia.” “It’s very sad, and I have no right to talk about it,” Lukather added, before reaffirming, “I love Bobby Kimball.”

Toto will kick off a North American tour in 2026, starting on Feb. 18 in Milwaukee.