Billy Ray Cyrus’ rare comment about relationship with daughter Miley amid ‘rift’
Rumours of a feud between country star Billy Ray Cyrus and his daughter Miley have been circling for some time now.
It’s thought to have something to do with 62-year-old Billy Ray’s short-lived marriage to 35-year-old musician Firerose - who he met on the set of Hannah Montana - having tied the knot not long after divorcing wife of almost 30 years, Tish, 57.
Billy Ray filed for divorce from Firerose earlier this year, citing 'irreconcilable differences' and 'inappropriate marital conduct' in his filing.
A month after his latest split hit headlines, the dad-of-six had some interesting words to say about daughter Miley.
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He shared a framed throwback snap of him and Miley at CMA Fest - formerly known as Fan Fair – and below this were two scraps of paper.
Billy Ray explained that they contained a poem he'd written after experiencing the festival, saying: "One of my best memories ever: @cma Fest, back when it was Fan Fair.
"That's @mileycyrus and me, surrounded by thousands of incredible fans at the fairgrounds.
"The next day, someone handed me this picture, and I wrote that poem right then on the bus. I’m incredibly proud of her. She's a survivor and a true artist.
"She learned early on to love and appreciate the fans who make everything possible.
"We both cherish the connection we have with our fans and are grateful for every single one of you! Hope you all have a great Friday! Now rock the country!!!"
As well as Miley, Billy Ray and Tish share Braison, 30 and Noah, 24, together. He also adopted two of Tish’s children from a previous relationship - Brandi, 37 and Trace, 35.
Rumours of a rift between the family emerged when it appeared Miley did not go to Billy Ray and Firerose's wedding - but was in attendance for the wedding between her mum Tish and Prison Break star Dominic Purcell.
Fuel was added to the fire when Miley failed to mention Billy Ray in her Grammy acceptance speech but thanked Tish.
Miley went on to upload a post-win Instagram snap from the star-studded ceremony, once again thanking all of her biggest supporters while pointedly neglecting her dad again.
Following Billy Ray's Instagram post, fans fled to the comments to share their opinions.
One person wrote: "I hope she forgives you and you can build a healthy relationship after all."
Another said: "I really hope the Cyrus family can find their way back to each other because they were very close."
While a third added: "I really hope you tell this to her personally after all she deserves it."
Tyla has contacted representatives for Miley Cyrus for comment.
Topics: Miley Cyrus, Celebrity
Jess Hardiman