Billy Ray Cyrus embarks on 'healing' journey after family's concern over his gig at Trump's inauguration
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Billy Ray Cyrus has broken his silence amid apparent family tensions following his performance at Donald Trump’s inaugural festivities.
The country singer’s response comes after Trace Cyrus, his son, shared a heartfelt message expressing concern for his father’s health and the family’s ongoing worries.
Trace Cyrus says their family was 'hanging on to memories' of Billy Ray Cyrus
On January 22, Trace Cyrus shared an emotional letter on Instagram, addressing his father directly.
"We are all hanging on to memories of the man we once knew & hoping for the day he returns. You’re not healthy, Dad, & everyone is noticing it," Trace wrote.
He reflected on their past connection and expressed hope for his father’s recovery.
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"Just like I showed up for you at mamaw’s funeral when you didn’t expect me to, I’m still here right now," Trace wrote, referencing Billy Ray’s mother, Ruth Ann Casto, who died in 2022.
In the heartfelt plea, offering help to his father, Trace continued, "As I write this with tears in my eyes, I hope you realize this message only comes from a place of love and also fear that the world may lose you far too soon. I love you, Dad."
Billy Ray Cyrus responds with a call for 'healing' and prayer for his family
On January 26, Billy Ray Cyrus took to social media to address the situation indirectly on YouTube.
Sharing a clip from the music video for his 2009 track 'Somebody Said a Prayer,' he expressed his hopes for reconciliation.
"Sunday callin," he wrote in the caption. "Giving thanks for the California rain. Praying for the brokenhearted and their pain," he wrote.
"Praying for my family. For my children … sons and daughters … and their mother. Let this moment be the start of healing ❤️🩹 for us all. 'The past does not equal the future.' Amen 🙏🏼," Billy Ray Cyrus wrote in the description of the video.
Trace Cyrus claims Billy Ray Cyrus threatened legal action
The heartfelt exchange follows after the situation escalated when Trace Cyrus alleged that Billy Ray Cyrus threatened legal action against him instead of addressing his concerns.
"Dad, my message was beyond loving," Trace wrote on January 25, adding, "I could have been extremely honest about a lot more, but I don’t want to put your business out there like that."
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"But for you to threaten me with legal action for wanting you to get help is a disgrace. Pappy is looking down at you with such disappointment, I can assure you," Trace added in the post.
Trace also shared his frustration on Instagram Stories, revealing that his father contacted a family member rather than speaking directly to him.
"Dad, I live 30 minutes away from you. You could’ve just come & talked to me like a man," he wrote.
People earlier reported that Miley Cyrus has chosen to distance herself from the ongoing family drama.
"Miley used to feel overwhelmed by the family drama. She worked hard to remove herself. She's not about to get involved again," said the source.
