Billy Ray Cyrus is reportedly ?initiating legal proceedings? against his son Trace Cyrus, based on social media posts made by Trace on Saturday, January 25. This revelation has sparked considerable interest and concern regarding the dynamics within the Cyrus family, especially given the public nature of their exchanges.
Trace, who is the older sibling to Miley Cyrus and Noah Cyrus, shared an Instagram message on January 22 that conveyed deep concern for his father?s well-being. In a follow-up on January 25, he stated that Billy Ray had threatened him with legal action in response to Trace?s heartfelt public plea for his father to ?seek help.? This exchange highlights the distressing familial tensions and the need for open communication about health and well-being.
Billboard reached out to a representative for Billy Ray Cyrus for comments regarding these claims on Saturday, but no official statement has been provided yet, leaving many fans and followers wondering about the implications of this family feud.
?Dad, my message was filled with love,? Trace expressed in his note to Billy Ray, referring to his earlier public communication. ?I could have shared a lot more but chose not to invade your privacy. However, for you to threaten me legally for expressing concern over your health is truly disgraceful. Our grandfather, Pappy, is surely looking down on you with disappointment, and you should reflect on that. I will always love you, but my respect for you as a man has diminished. Those closest to you are afraid to speak their minds; I?m not. Please get the help you need.?
In an Instagram Story posted on the same day, Trace added, ?For those who are curious, I still haven?t heard from my dad. He did reach out to a family member to inform me that he?s pursuing legal action against me for encouraging him to seek help. Dad, I?m just 30 miles away. You could have simply come and talked to me like a man instead of escalating things this way.?
As of now, Billy Ray Cyrus has not publicly addressed Trace?s allegations or statements, leaving fans and observers eager for his perspective on the developing situation.
Trace?s initial message to Billy Ray on Wednesday stated, ?You?re not healthy, Dad, and everyone is noticing it.? He continued with emotional words, ?As I write this with tears in my eyes, I hope you understand this message comes from a place of both love and fear that we might lose you too soon.? This heartfelt plea came after Billy Ray?s shaky performance at Donald Trump?s inaugural Liberty Ball on January 20, which was plagued with technical issues and culminated in him singing ?Achy Breaky Heart? a cappella.
In his note, Trace also shared his personal journey, stating, ?I?m over a year and a half clean from alcohol. While I don?t know exactly what struggles you face, I believe I have a good idea, and I?m here to help you if you?re willing to open up and receive the support you need.? This candid admission underscores the importance of addressing mental health and addiction within families.
Reflecting on his Liberty Ball performance, the country star shared on Instagram, ?I wouldn?t have missed the chance to play at this event, even if my microphone, guitar, and monitors failed. I was there because President Donald J. Trump invited me. I had an incredible time at the Liberty Ball and learned over the years that when the producer says ?you?re on,? you perform for the audience regardless of the circumstances. I was there for the people, and we had a fantastic time. That?s what rock and roll is all about!?
On Friday, Billy Ray Cyrus announced the release of an upcoming album produced by his younger son, Braison. This highly anticipated album is expected to drop sometime this summer, generating excitement among fans and followers alike.
?This project reflects the intricate relationship between life and art,? Billy Ray remarked about the record. ?It begins and ends with artistic expression. Braison is exceptionally talented, and I truly believe this is his year. I?m thrilled to be part of his journey. This album is going to be something special, and I?m preparing for what promises to be a transformative experience.?
Billy Ray and his ex-wife Tish share five children: Brandi, now 37, Trace, 35, as well as Miley, 31; Braison, 30; and Noah, 25. Additionally, he is the father of 32-year-old son Christopher, whom he had with ex-girlfriend Kristin Luckey. This diverse family background adds layers to the public persona of Billy Ray Cyrus.
Following the divorce from Tish in 2022, Billy Ray briefly married Firerose (Johanna Hodges). They married in 2023 but finalized their divorce by 2024, further complicating his personal life and public image.
?What?s visible in public now reflects a lot of what I experienced privately during our relationship,? Firerose asserted in a statement to People after the inauguration performance and Trace?s public message. ?It?s heartbreaking to witness these ongoing struggles for him, but I?m relieved that the truth is surfacing ? it?s crucial for his potential healing, as true recovery begins with acknowledging the reality of one?s issues.?
