Trace Cyrus has reached out publicly to his adoptive father, Billy Ray Cyrus, to encourage him to seek the help he needs. This came after Billy Ray’s performance at the Liberty Ball sparked concern among his family.

The 63-year-old singer, known for his hit “Achy Breaky Heart,” was part of the Liberty Ball lineup on January 20. Unfortunately, his performance attracted negative attention.

Days later, on January 22, Trace Cyrus took to Instagram to express his worries about his father’s well-being, sharing an old photo of the two on stage together.

Ever since I can remember, I’ve always looked up to you and thought you were the coolest,” Trace shared. “Being adopted by Billy Ray was the happiest day of my life,” he reminisced.

However, Trace now finds his father “barely recognizable” and believes that the world has taken its toll on him.
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He added, “Even if you’re upset with me for posting this publicly, I don’t mind anymore. We’ve, especially my sisters and I, been concerned about you for years but you’ve distanced yourself from us.”

Trace referred to his sister, Brandi, and his half-sisters, Noah and Miley, all of whom have close ties with Billy Ray, with Miley achieving fame alongside him on “Hannah Montana.”

The siblings were brought together when Billy Ray adopted Trace and Brandi following his marriage to Trish Cyrus. The couple had their own children, including Miley, Noah, and Braison. After divorcing in 2022, the family continued their concerns for Billy Ray.