Billy Ray Cyrus Says He's 'Happy and Healthy' After Son Pens Open Letter Expressing Concern for His Father's Well-Being

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Billy Ray Cyrus says he’s praying ‘for my family’ after son's ardent — and angry — posts

Trace Cyrus, whose siblings include pop singers Miley Cyrus and Noah Cyrus, addressed their father: “Me and the girls have been genuinely worried about you for years but you’ve pushed all of us away.”

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Billy Ray Cyrus' family pleads for him to get help after inauguration performance

Country music legend Billy Ray Cyrus is no stranger to the spotlight, but his recent inauguration performance has sparked conversation and concern—not just among fans but also his own family.

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Billy Ray Cyrus reportedly threatening ‘legal action’ after son Trace pleas for dad to get help: ‘Ashamed of you’

Trace Cyrus took to Instagram days ago with fears for his “struggling” father, saying he and his siblings, Brandi Cyrus, Miley Cyrus and Noah Cyrus, fear they may “lose him” if he doesn’t get help soon.

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