After years of family turmoil, Billy Ray Cyrus is taking a moment to “reflect” on what truly matters. On Sunday, the 63-year-old singer, known for “Achy Breaky Heart,” took to social media to address ongoing rumors about family strife. He expressed his admiration for his ex-wife, Tish Cyrus, praising her as the “strong” mother of their children and acknowledged his own share of “mistakes” over the years.
Billy Ray’s post began with a heartfelt Mother’s Day message: “Happy Mother’s Day to all #strongmothers out there.” He shared a family photo, highlighting the legacy of music passed through generations, mentioning that his mother Lucy, and her mother Mary both had an inherent musical gift, despite not reading music themselves.
In the post, he expressed pride in his daughter Miley’s courage and wisdom, noting that their family has been on a path toward healing. He underscored the importance of prayer, requesting extra thoughts and prayers for the Cyrus family. He added a reminder of the sacrifices made by Gold Star families, emphasizing the need for communal healing.
Billy Ray stated, “Tish Cyrus is, and always has been, the very definition of a strong mother.” He reflected on his own imperfections, admitting that marrying him was a challenge, but also shared gratitude for the lessons his mother taught him.
Just a day before his post, Miley addressed rumors about a family feud, reassuring her followers that she and her mother are incredibly close. She described Tish as her best friend and shared insights on her relationship with her father, highlighting that family remains her top priority in her 30s.
Over the years, the Cyrus family has navigated public challenges, especially following Billy Ray and Tish’s divorce in 2022 after nearly three decades of marriage. They had tied the knot in 1992, with Billy Ray adopting Tish’s children from a previous relationship and later welcoming Miley, Brayson, and Noah together. In April 2022, Billy Ray announced the divorce, and by August, he was engaged to a musician named Firerose.
The singer emphasized that his split from Tish was a mutual realization that change was necessary. In October 2023, Billy Ray married Firerose, although their marriage was short-lived, as he filed for annulment citing “incompatible differences.” Meanwhile, Tish remarried actor Dominique Purcell, which sparked more rumors since Tish’s children were not present at the wedding. Noah was reported to have spent time with Braison at Walmart, even wearing a shirt with Billy Ray’s name and posting about loving him on social media.
Earlier this year, Billy Ray stirred concern during a performance at a high-profile event but later reassured his family, stating he hoped for healing for all involved. Following his son Trace’s public request for help on Instagram, Billy Ray responded, urging them all to start a healing journey together.
