<p>Country singer Billy Ray Cyrus has finally responded to his son Trace Cyrus's emotional post about his health and the fractured relationship within their family. Trace made the statement following Billy Ray's performance at Donald Trump&rsquo;s inauguration. &ldquo;Me and the girls have been genuinely worried about you for years, but you&rsquo;ve pushed all of us away,&rdquo; Trace said in his post.&nbsp;Billy Ray addressed the situation in a YouTube short, featuring a clip from his 2008 music video Somebody Said a Prayer.</p>
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<p>He shared, &ldquo;Praying for my family. For my children &hellip; sons and daughters &hellip; and their mother.&rdquo; He added, &ldquo;Let this moment be the start of healing for us all. &lsquo;The past does not equal the future.&rsquo; Amen.&rdquo;</p>
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<h2>Billy Ray&rsquo;s Inauguration Performance</h2>
<p>The singer&rsquo;s performance at Donald Trump&rsquo;s inauguration at the Liberty Ball on 20 January was met with controversy. Technical issues during the event led to accusations of lip-syncing and raised questions about his mental state. In response to the backlash, Billy Ray stated that despite the technical difficulties, he chose to continue his performance.</p>
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<h2>Ex-wife's response</h2>
<p>Following Trace's post, Billy Ray's ex-wife, Australian singer Firerose, released a statement to People: &ldquo;What&rsquo;s being seen in public now reflects much of what I experienced in private during our relationship. It&rsquo;s very sad to see those same struggles continue for him, but I&rsquo;m glad the truth is coming to light&mdash;for his potential good because healing is only possible when you confront the truth and accept there&rsquo;s a problem.&rdquo;</p>
<p>Billy Ray&rsquo;s relationship with his family has reportedly been strained for years, with tensions reaching a breaking point after his divorce from Firerose.</p>
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Entertainment: Country music star singer Billy Ray Cyrus took to social media to address recent concerns about his well-being raised by his son Trace and his family. 

Country singer Billy Ray Cyrus has finally responded to his son Trace Cyrus's emotional post about his health and the fractured relationship within their family. Trace made the statement following Billy Ray's performance at Donald Trump’s inauguration. “Me and the girls have been genuinely worried about you for years, but you’ve pushed all of us away,” Trace said in his post. Billy Ray addressed the situation in a YouTube short, featuring a clip from his 2008 music video Somebody Said a Prayer. Also Read: 'There is absolutely zero CG': Gunn addresses 'Bad' CGI criticism for Superman TV spot He shared, “Praying for my family. For my children … sons and daughters … and their mother.” He added, “Let this moment be the start of healing for us all. ‘The past does not equal the future.’ Amen.” Also Read: The Night Agent: Season 3 of Netflix's spy thriller maybe out sooner than expected Billy Ray’s Inauguration Performance The singer’s performance at Donald Trump’s inauguration at the Liberty Ball on 20 January was met with controversy. Technical issues during the event led to accusations of lip-syncing and raised questions about his mental state. In response to the backlash, Billy Ray stated that despite the technical difficulties, he chose to continue his performance. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trace Cyrus (@tracecyrus) Also Read: Charlie Cox opens up about playing Daredevil and his future in the MCU: 'I get to wear an awesome superhero costume' Ex-wife's response Following Trace's post, Billy Ray's ex-wife, Australian singer Firerose, released a statement to People: “What’s being seen in public now reflects much of what I experienced in private during our relationship. It’s very sad to see those same struggles continue for him, but I’m glad the truth is coming to light—for his potential good because healing is only possible when you confront the truth and accept there’s a problem.” Billy Ray’s relationship with his family has reportedly been strained for years, with tensions reaching a breaking point after his divorce from Firerose. Also Read: 'So crazy': Jim Jones hails Kanye West's new album 'Bully'

‘The past does not equal the future': Billy Ray Cyrus responds to concerns of son Trace and family

<p>American country singer Billy Ray Cyrus' controversial performance at President Donald Trump's inaugural ball has led to his family speaking out in public, expressing concern over the singer's mental health. Days after the musician's son Trace Cyrus shared a lengthy statement on social media, revealing that the family has been &ldquo;genuinely worried&rdquo; about him, Billy's ex-wife Firerose has opened up about her troubled marriage to the "Achy Breaky Heart" hitmaker.&nbsp;<br><br>In an interview with Page Six, Firerose reflected on her eight-month wedding to Billy Ray Cyrus which had ended in a messy divorce.</p>
<h2>Firerose talks about her troubled marriage to Billy Ray Cyrus</h2>
<p>&ldquo;What&rsquo;s being seen in public now reflects much of what I experienced in private during our relationship,&rdquo; Firerose told the outlet. The 25-year-old, reacting on Trace's statement in which he urged the country star to get &ldquo;help,&rdquo; added, &ldquo;It&rsquo;s very sad to see those same struggles continue for him.&rdquo;</p>
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<h2>What Trace Cyrus said about his father</h2>
<p>In an open letter shared on Instagram on Wednesday, the 35-year-old singer said of Billy, &ldquo;Sadly the man that I wanted so desperately to be just like I barely recognize now.&rdquo;</p>
<p>&ldquo;It seems this world has beaten you down and it&rsquo;s become obvious to everyone but you. You may be upset with me for posting this but I really could care less at this point,&rdquo; he added.<br><br>Trace also shared that he and his sisters, Noah, Brandi, and pop superstar Miley Cyrus, have been &ldquo;genuinely worried&rdquo; about him for years.&nbsp;</p>
<p>&ldquo;Noah desperately has wanted you to be a part of her life and you haven&rsquo;t even been there for her. That&rsquo;s your baby girl. She deserves better,&rdquo; Trace wrote, and added how Billy had 'pushed' the family away for years.&nbsp;</p>
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Billy Ray Cyrus' controversial performance at Donald Trump's inaugural ball has led to his family speaking out in public, expressing concern over the singer's mental health. 

American country singer Billy Ray Cyrus' controversial performance at President Donald Trump's inaugural ball has led to his family speaking out in public, expressing concern over the singer's mental health. Days after the musician's son Trace Cyrus shared a lengthy statement on social media, revealing that the family has been “genuinely worried” about him, Billy's ex-wife Firerose has opened up about her troubled marriage to the "Achy Breaky Heart" hitmaker. In an interview with Page Six, Firerose reflected on her eight-month wedding to Billy Ray Cyrus which had ended in a messy divorce. Firerose talks about her troubled marriage to Billy Ray Cyrus “What’s being seen in public now reflects much of what I experienced in private during our relationship,” Firerose told the outlet. The 25-year-old, reacting on Trace's statement in which he urged the country star to get “help,” added, “It’s very sad to see those same struggles continue for him.” Stars and politics converge at Sundance fim festival 2025 “I’m glad the truth [about Billy] is coming to light — for his potential good because healing is only possible when you confront the truth and accept there’s a problem," she said while adding that despite her struggles, she remains “focused” on her “faith,” “music,” and “healing.” The singer is using her “story to encourage others to find strength and hope,” as per the outlet. Donald Trump inauguration: Key events, performers, and security details. All you need to know What Trace Cyrus said about his father In an open letter shared on Instagram on Wednesday, the 35-year-old singer said of Billy, “Sadly the man that I wanted so desperately to be just like I barely recognize now.” “It seems this world has beaten you down and it’s become obvious to everyone but you. You may be upset with me for posting this but I really could care less at this point,” he added. Trace also shared that he and his sisters, Noah, Brandi, and pop superstar Miley Cyrus, have been “genuinely worried” about him for years. “Noah desperately has wanted you to be a part of her life and you haven’t even been there for her. That’s your baby girl. She deserves better,” Trace wrote, and added how Billy had 'pushed' the family away for years. Also read: Miley Cyrus's brother Trace raises concerns about their dad Billy Ray Cyrus in open letter: Have been genuinely worried about you for years

After son Trace, Billy Ray Cyrus' ex-wife Firerose urges the country star to get 'help'

<p>Billy Ray Cyrus has seemingly responded to his estranged wife Firerose's new manipulation and abuse claims against her estranged husband.&nbsp;On Sunday (June 30), the 62-year-old singer shared an image on his Instagram Stories featuring the word "Fraud" above a lit candle, framed in gold, with red rose petals falling around it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The cryptic post was shared the same day Firerose, 35, accused Billy of abuse and manipulation in a Page Six interview. The Australian musician, whose real name is Johanna Rose Hodges, claimed that Billy subjected her to "systematic isolation" and that he had "very strict rules".</p>

<p>"I didn’t have a car. I was only allowed to go to the local chiropractor and allowed once a month to get my nails done," said Firerose. She also alleged that Billy made her read out her texts for permission before sending them and isolated her from everyone in her life except her Alcoholics Anonymous sponsor.</p>

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<p>"He would rage at me, shout at me at the top of his lungs. He would terrify me, yelling, ‘You stupid dumb f***ing b***h, crazy whore.’ It was illogical and insane and terrifying. He kept saying ‘dumb f***ing b***h,’ then ‘You’re the love of my life, I can’t wait to marry you,’” she added.</p>

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<p>Firerose also told the publication that she is currently sober, however, she feels her estranged husband will use the events of the "very dark years" before sobriety against her.&nbsp;"I think he will use every single thing against me,” she said, “He’s an evil man," she concluded.</p>

<p>Billy had made similar allegations against Firerose in his June 17 divorce filings. According to documents obtained by People, Billy claimed Firerose conducted a campaign to isolate him from his family, even blocking him from communicating with one of his daughters.</p>

<p>The father of six also claimed that he was "physically, verbally, and emotionally abused" by Firerose.</p>

<p>Billy and Firerose exchanged wedding vows in October 2023. Seven months later, Billy filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences and inappropriate marital conduct. He is also seeking an annulment on the grounds of fraud.</p>


Billy Ray Cyrus has seemingly responded to his estranged wife Firerose's new manipulation and abuse claims against her estranged husband. On Sunday (June 30), the 62-year-old singer shared an image on his Instagram Stories featuring the word "Fraud" above a lit candle, framed in gold, with red rose petals falling around it.

Billy Ray Cyrus has seemingly responded to his estranged wife Firerose's new manipulation and abuse claims against her estranged husband. On Sunday (June 30), the 62-year-old singer shared an image on his Instagram Stories featuring the word "Fraud" above a lit candle, framed in gold, with red rose petals falling around it. The cryptic post was shared the same day Firerose, 35, accused Billy of abuse and manipulation in a Page Six interview. The Australian musician, whose real name is Johanna Rose Hodges, claimed that Billy subjected her to "systematic isolation" and that he had "very strict rules". "I didn’t have a car. I was only allowed to go to the local chiropractor and allowed once a month to get my nails done," said Firerose. She also alleged that Billy made her read out her texts for permission before sending them and isolated her from everyone in her life except her Alcoholics Anonymous sponsor. "He would rage at me, shout at me at the top of his lungs. He would terrify me, yelling, ‘You stupid dumb f***ing b***h, crazy whore.’ It was illogical and insane and terrifying. He kept saying ‘dumb f***ing b***h,’ then ‘You’re the love of my life, I can’t wait to marry you,’” she added. Also read: Watch: Drunk Kylie Jenner and Kim Kardashian go wild at Khloé's 40th birthday bash Firerose also told the publication that she is currently sober, however, she feels her estranged husband will use the events of the "very dark years" before sobriety against her. "I think he will use every single thing against me,” she said, “He’s an evil man," she concluded. Billy had made similar allegations against Firerose in his June 17 divorce filings. According to documents obtained by People, Billy claimed Firerose conducted a campaign to isolate him from his family, even blocking him from communicating with one of his daughters. The father of six also claimed that he was "physically, verbally, and emotionally abused" by Firerose. Billy and Firerose exchanged wedding vows in October 2023. Seven months later, Billy filed for divorce, citing irreconcilable differences and inappropriate marital conduct. He is also seeking an annulment on the grounds of fraud.

Billy Ray Cyrus shares cryptic post after Firerose calls him 'evil man' amid divorce battle