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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Billy Ray Cyrus Wants ‘Healing’ for His Family After Trace Cyrus Shares Concerned Plea

Billy Ray Cyrus shared a clip of his 2009 "Somebody Said a Prayer" video. His son, Trace Cyrus, posted an Instagram message last week expressing concern for his father's well-being. Billy Ray wrote that he was praying for his family and that "the past does not equal the future"

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Billy Ray Cyrus ‘praying’ for his family after son Trace begged him to seek help: ‘The start of healing’

Billy Ray Cyrus posted a video to his YouTube channel. He said he was ‘praying for my family. For my children … sons and daughters…and their mother.’ ‘The past does not equal the future. Amen,’ he said.

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Trace Cyrus Says Dad Billy Ray Cyrus Threatened Legal Action Following a Plea for Him to Get Help

“I’d love to help you if you would open up and receive the help,” Trace Cyrus wrote in an open letter to his father. “Achy Breaky Heart’s” appearance, gruff voice and reaction to several audio technical mishaps had fans worried.

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Billy Ray Cyrus Responds To Son's Letter Of Concern After Inauguration Performance

Billy Ray Cyrus responds to his son's letter of concern after his inauguration performance. The singer was plagued by technical difficulties and a hoarse voice. Members of the singer's family have been "worried about you for years," his son wrote. His wife, Firerose Cyrus, said she is glad the truth is coming to light.

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Billy Ray Cyrus Speaks Out After Online Feud With Son: ‘Praying for My Family’

Billy Ray Cyrus shared a music video to his 2009 track, “Somebody Said a Prayer” His son, Trace Cyrus, has been outspoken around his father’s mental and physical health. Trace Cyrus wrote that his father is someone “I barely recognize now”

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Billy Ray Cyrus Returns to Social Media After Drama Over His Health

Billy Ray, 63, enjoyed a day out with his dogs on Saturday, January 25. His son Trace, 35, shared an emotional message on social media claiming his famous father was not “healthy.” In his caption, Trace offered to support Billy Ray for the issues he might be “struggling with”

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Billy Ray Cyrus is 'praying for his family' after son said star 'should be ashamed' of himself

Billy Ray Cyrus shared a clip of his 2009 music video, "Somebody Said a Prayer," to his YouTube account. "Giving thanks for the California Rain . Praying for my family. For my children … sons and daughters…and their mother. Let this moment be the start of healing for us all," he wrote.

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Billy Ray Cyrus Breaks Silence After Son Trace's Concerned Letter, Calls for 'Healing': 'Praying for My Family'

Billy Ray Cyrus has broken his silence amid an apparent family rift. On Sunday, Billy Ray shared a clip from the music video for his 2009 track "Somebody Said a Prayer," which featured his son, 35, whom he adopted in 1993 after marrying his now ex-wife Tish Cyrus.

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Billy Ray Cyrus' Family Reveals They've Been "Worried" About Him for Years

"Me and the girls have been genuinely worried about you for years but you've pushed all of us away," Trace Cyrus wrote. It's unclear whether Billy Ray Cyrus is dealing with any health issues. His performance at the Liberty Ball has led many to believe he may need to seek rehab and get the help he supposedly needs.

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Trace Cyrus: Dad Billy Ray Threatened Legal Action After Plea to Get Help

Billy Ray Cyrus' son, Trace Cyrus, has revealed that his father threatened legal action against him. The family drama has been unfolding on social media, culminating in Trace reaching out to his father on Instagram again on Saturday. The 63-year-old "Achy Breaky Heart" singer's appearance, gruff voice and seemingly hostile reactions after experiencing several audio technical issues raised eyebrows.

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Billy Ray Cyrus’ Health: What’s Going on With the Country Singer?

Billy Ray Cyrus has not publicly revealed any health issues. His son Trace claimed his father is “not healthy” in a lengthy January 2025 Instagram post, which read, “Since my earliest memories all I can remember is being obsessed with you and thinking you were the coolest person ever.”

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Billy Ray Cyrus Breaks Silence About Family Drama

Billy Ray Cyrus posted a YouTube Short on Sunday, January 26. The country singer expressed hope for "healing" amid his fractured family. This marks the first time that the singer has publicly addressed the conflict in his large family. His son Trace posted an open letter to his father on Instagram.

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