Billy Ray Cyrus may have moved on with his new romance, but his fractured family continues to unravel, thanks to a furious son who refuses to let go of the past. Trace Cyrus, 36, publicly blasted his father as delusional and evil in a scathing June 10 Instagram rant that sent shockwaves through fans and insiders alike.
The 63-year-old Achy Breaky Heart singer has reportedly tried to repair broken bonds after his 2022 divorce from Tish Cyrus. The split, which ended 28 years of marriage, deeply divided the family and left lasting scars.
Although most of the Cyrus siblings—Miley, Noah, Brandi and Braison—have chosen peace over grudges, Trace appears unwilling to forgive. Insiders say the musician is enraged that Billy Ray is being welcomed back into the family fold while the pain he allegedly caused still lingers.
Trace demands loyalty while family urges forgiveness
According to sources, Trace is demanding the other siblings back him in denouncing their father. He’s reportedly threatening to go nuclear if they don’t take his side. A source close to the family said Trace wants his dad to suffer and feels betrayed that the others are giving him a pass.
Miley Cyrus, 32, recently opened up about the emotional toll of her parents’ split, describing the past decade as a dark time. She has actively been working to rebuild unity within the family. But insiders reveal that Trace is blocking any real progress.
“He’s like a dog with a bone,” one source shared. “He believes Billy Ray is pure scum and doesn’t care how his anger affects the rest of them.”
Billy Ray begs for healing while romance with Hurley grows
Billy Ray, now dating British actress Elizabeth Hurley, 60, is said to be desperate for peace. Insiders say he feels wracked with guilt and wants to move forward with his children, especially now that he’s settled into what he sees as a dream romance.
“Billy Ray sees this as a chance for a fresh start,” said one source. “But Trace’s vendetta is weighing on him and creating a new nightmare.”
Meanwhile, Tish Cyrus has also moved on. She married actor Dominic Purcell in 2023 and has reportedly urged Trace to stop dragging the past into the present. According to insiders, Tish isn’t interested in fueling the fire and believes reconciliation is still possible.
Despite these efforts, Trace remains defiant. His online attack suggests this family war is far from over—and the scars are only getting deeper.
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