Fireroseis speaking out following her ex-husband Billy Ray Cyrus’inauguration performance controversy.
“It’s very sad to see those same struggles continue for him, but I’m glad the truth is coming to light — for his potential good because healing is only possible when you confront the truth and accept there’s a problem,” she continues. “For me, I remain focused on my faith, my music, my healing and using my story to encourage others to find strength and hope.”
Firerose (left) and Billy Ray Cyrus in 2023.Jason Kempin/Getty
Jason Kempin/Getty
Firerose previously spoke out in an October 2024 interview withStellarmagazine about wishing she could go back andtell her younger self to “run"when she first met Cyrus on the set ofHannah Montanaat age 22.
“When I think about what I just went through, I would have told my 22-year-old self to run in the opposite direction and never look back,” she told the magazine.
In the interview, the “After the Storm” singer claimed Cyrus “love-bombed” her and alleged he sought to isolate her.
Billy Ray Cyrus (left); Firerose.Katherine Bomboy/NBC via Getty; Jason Kempin/Getty
Katherine Bomboy/NBC via Getty; Jason Kempin/Getty
For his part, Cyrus requested an annulment on the grounds of fraud during their divorce proceedings, and alleged Firerose was"physically,” verbally and emotionally abusivein a lawsuit. She denied all allegations against her.
“He’s happy to be out of the marriage,” a source told PEOPLE at the time of Cyrus. “[He feels the marriage] was all a scam. He feels lucky that he figured it all out.”
On Monday, Jan. 20, Cyrus sparked concern during his performance atDonald Trump’s inaugural festivities. At the Liberty Ball, the Grammy winner experienced technical difficulties, leading to him singing his 1992 hit song “Achy Breaky Heart” in a monotone voice and appearing to wander around the stage.
Billy Ray Cyrus performs during the Liberty Inaugural Ball on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC.Joe Raedle/Getty
Joe Raedle/Getty
“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,” he concluded his post. “You know how to reach me. Till that day comes I will continue to pray for you.”
Billy Ray shared a statement about his performance exclusively with PEOPLE on Jan. 21.
“I wouldn’t have missed the honor of playing this event whether my microphone, guitar and monitors worked or not. I was there because President Donald J. Trump invited me,” he said. “I had a ball at the Liberty Ball last night and I’ve learned through all these years when the producer says, ‘You’re on,’ you go entertain the folks even if the equipment goes to hell. I was there for the people and we had a blast. That’s called rock n roll!!!”
Braison, 30, spoke positively about the family patriarch in a statement, writing that he’d spent the last year “getting to know my dad better than I ever have."“I’ve heard stories, jokes and songs that I don’t think anyone else has. It’s an opportunity to tell my dad’s story through music and I’m fortunate to be able to take it,” he said. “Music, stories and family are the most important things to my dad so to bring the two together is a full circle endeavor.”
source: people.com
