BILLY Ray Cyrus’ son Trace says he is genuinely worried about his father after his disastrous inauguration performance.
Trace, 35, has shared a moving message about his dad, with the fellow musician revealing how he “barely recognizes” the 63-year-old.
Born to Tish Cyrus, Trace’s biological father is Baxter Neal Helson.
He was adopted at age four by Billy Ray Cyrus, his mother’s second husband, with his surname swiftly changed to Cyrus after the adoption.
Trace took to his Instagram account on Wednesday to share a concerned message about his father and how he is worried for him.
“Since my earliest memories all I can remember is being obsessed with you and thinking you were the coolest person ever,” he began.
Trace added how he wanted to be just like him, noting: “The day you adopted me was the happiest day of my life,” but adding a somber message soon after.
“Sadly the man that I wanted so desperately to be just like I barely recognize now,” Trace added.
“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 said.
“Me and the girls have been genuinely worried about you for years but you’ve pushed all of us away.
‘THE MAN WE ONCE KNEW’
“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. Somehow just like me she still idolizes you though,” Trace continued.
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“We are all hanging on to memories of the man we once knew & hoping for the day he returns,” Billy’s son pleaded.
He then declared: “You’re not healthy Dad & everyone is noticing it,” before saying how he had tears in his eyes as he wrote the emotional message.
“I hope you realize this message only comes from a place of love and also fear that the world may lose you far too soon. I love you Dad,” Trace went on.
‘HAVEN’T TALKED IN A WHILE’
He then revealed that they “haven’t talked in a while” before he declared “I’m over a year and half clean from alcohol” and said how he feels “amazing”.
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Billy married Cindy Smith in 1986.
They did not have any children and divorced in 1991.
In 1992, Billy Ray became a father for the first time as waitress, Kristin Luckey gave birth to Christopher Cody Cyrus.
Leticia “Tish” Finley also gave birth to Miley Ray Cyurs (born Destiny Hope) the same year.
Miley went on to become an actress and singer.
Billy Ray and Tish got married in 1993 and he continued to support Kristin and Christopher financially.
Billy Ray and Tish welcomed their son, Braison Chance Cyrus, in 1994.
In 2000, the couple had their second daughter, Noah Lindsey Cyrus.
Noah is also a singer.
Billy Ray also adopted Tish’s two children from a previous relationship -Brandi Glenn Cyrus (born 1987), and son Trace Dempsey Cyrus (born Neil Timothy Helson, in 1989).
Trace is a member of the band, Metro Station.
He became a grandfather for the first time when Braison and his wife welcomed their first child in 2021.
Billy had filed for divorce from Tish in 2010, but dropped the proceedings in 2011.
Tish filed for divorce in 2013, but went to therapy and dropped the divorce.
They filed for divorce one more time in 2022, and this time they went through with it, after being separated for two years.
Billy Ray got engaged to singer Firerose in 2022 and they got married in 2023.
They do not have any children together.
In May 2024, Billy Ray filed for divorce from Firerose, accusing her of cheating on him.
“I don’t know what you’re struggling with exactly but I think I have a pretty good idea & I’d love to help you if you would open up and receive the help.
“You know how to reach me. Till that day comes I will continue to pray for you,” Trace concluded.
This comes after Billy Ray performed at the inauguration of President Trump, with the country rocker leaving fans less than impressed.
DISASTROUS INAUGURATION PERFORMANCE
The father of Miley Cyrus was slammed for not only appearing to lip sync during the “Liberty Bell” event but also for his appearance.
“Billy Ray Cyrus, clearly lip-syncing, looks like he crawled out from under a bridge before this weak performance at Donald Trump’s inaugural Liberty Ball,” one X user wrote, adding that it was “so embarrassing.”
“Major problems with the sound for Billy Ray Cyrus performance, if you could call it that,” wrote another.
“Super cringe. He was on stage playing his guitar with no sound and you could hear him jumping while he was trying to dance and play.
“Felt bad for the guy. Epic fail.”
