Amidst ongoing rumors of a family rift, Billy Ray Cyrus shared a sentimental post on Instagram reminiscing about a cherished moment with his daughter Miley Cyrus, accompanied by a heartfelt poem he wrote years ago.
As rumors of a family feud continue to circulate, Billy Ray Cyrus has taken to social media to share a nostalgic memory with his daughter Miley Cyrus, offering a glimpse into their relationship despite the recent speculation.
In an Instagram post early Friday morning, Billy Ray shared a photograph of himself holding a young Miley at the CMA Fan Fest, accompanied by a poem he wrote at the time. "One of my best memories ever: @cma Fest, back when it was Fan Fair," he began his caption. "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."
Despite the rumors of a strained relationship, Billy Ray expressed his pride in Miley's accomplishments, particularly her recent Grammy Award wins. "I’m incredibly proud of her," he said. "She's a survivor and a true artist. She learned early on to love and appreciate the fans who make everything possible."
The rumored feud between Miley and Billy Ray has been the subject of media speculation for months, sparked by Noah Cyrus's absence from Tish Cyrus's wedding to Dominic Purcell in August 2023. Miley, on the other hand, served as her mother's maid of honor.
In an interview with Vogue, Miley expressed her love and support for her mother. "My whole life my mom has been behind the scenes," she said. "She has never stopped celebrating me and has been so supportive of my decisions. I feel honored to be that person for her now that I’m older."
Months later, Miley was absent when Billy Ray married Australian singer Firerose, fueling rumors of a rift. The couple announced their engagement in November 2022, and Billy Ray and Miley subsequently unfollowed each other on Instagram.
After winning her first Grammy Award for record of the year for "Flowers," Miley notably snubbed her father in her acceptance speech. She thanked her team, Columbia Records, her mother, Brandi, and boyfriend Maxx Morando, but omitted Billy Ray, Noah, Trace, and Braison.
Billy Ray did not publicly congratulate Miley on her Grammy wins, but he shared an Instagram post a few days later with a caption that some interpreted as an allusion to the rumored feud. "Love is the answer," he wrote alongside a photo with Firerose.
Despite the ongoing speculation, Billy Ray's recent post suggests that he still cherishes the bond he shares with his daughter, despite the family dynamics that may have changed over time.
