Miley Cyrus reunites with dad Billy Ray Cyrus amid rumored family feud

From Rumors to Reunion

Family can be complicated, even for famous stars like Miley Cyrus and her dad, Billy Ray Cyrus. For a while, fans wondered if the two were drifting apart.

Rumors of a family feud spread, and many wondered if Miley and Billy Ray were really not speaking anymore. But recently, something changed.

Billy Ray Cyrus

Billy Ray Cyrus is a country music singer and actor from Flatwoods, Kentucky. He became famous in 1992 with his hit song “Achy Breaky Heart,” which made line dancing popular.

Billy Ray is also known for acting. He played Robby Ray Stewart, the dad of Miley Stewart, on the Disney Channel show Hannah Montana, and he’s also the real-life father of Miley Cyrus.

Family Background

Miley Cyrus was born to Billy Ray and Tish Cyrus, who married in 1993. Together, they have three children: Miley, Braison, and Noah. Tish also has two children from a previous relationship, Brandi and Trace, whom Billy Ray adopted.

In total, they raised five children together. After nearly 30 years of marriage, Tish filed for divorce from Billy Ray in April 2022, citing irreconcilable differences.

Rumors of a Feud

After Miley’s parents, Billy Ray and Tish, divorced in 2022, fans noticed changes in the family’s public appearances. Miley and her dad were seen together less often, and she didn’t mention him during her 2024 Grammy speech.

These observations led to speculation about a possible rift between them. Additionally, when Miley’s mom, Tish, appeared to unfollow her on Instagram, it fueled more rumors.

Social Media Clues

In May 2025, Billy Ray Cyrus shared a heartfelt post on Instagram featuring old photos of himself with Miley. He expressed pride in her strength and courage, stating, “I’m so proud of Miley and her guts and her courage… her wisdom and strength to bring it when our family needed it most.

He continued to add, “We are so close to a full healing.” This message came amid rumors of a family rift following his divorce from Tish Cyrus in 2022.

Miley’s Public Statement

In May 2025, Miley Cyrus spoke about her family. She said she and her dad, Billy Ray, had problems before. But now, she feels happy and calm about their relationship.

Miley shared this in a message on Instagram, and she also added that her mom, Tish, is her best friend. Miley wants to focus on her family and feels thankful they are getting closer again.

The Birthday Reunion

On May 9, 2025, Miley Cyrus reunited with her dad, Billy Ray Cyrus, to celebrate her brother Braison’s 31st birthday. They gathered at a farm in Tennessee, joined by Miley’s boyfriend, Maxx Morando.

Billy Ray shared a smiling photo of the group on Instagram, writing, “Happy Birthday Braison!!!!!” This was the first time in years that Miley and her dad were seen together in public.

Miley’s Words About Her Dad

Miley believes that time has helped them heal and that they have rebuilt their connection. She mentioned that family is very important to her, and she is thankful for the progress they’ve made.

Miley said, “My dad and I have had our challenges over the years.” This shows that even after problems, families can come together again.

Billy Ray’s Message to Miley

Billy Ray Cyrus shared a heartfelt message to his daughter Miley on June 7, 2024. He posted a throwback photo of them at the Country Music Association (CMA) Fest, formerly known as Fan Fair.

In the caption, he recalled the moment and expressed his pride in Miley, calling her “a survivor and a true artist.” This post came amid rumors of a family rift following Billy Ray and Tish Cyrus’s divorce in 2022.

Past Collaborations

Miley and Billy Ray Cyrus have teamed up on several songs that showcase their strong father-daughter bond. The two collaborated on Ready, Set, Don’t Go (2007), and the lyrics express a father’s feelings as his daughter prepares to leave home.

The father-daughter duo also collaborated on Butterfly Fly Away (2009), which was featured in Hannah Montana. These collaborations highlight the close relationship between Miley and her father.

Family Divided

After Billy Ray and Tish Cyrus divorced in 2022, their children seemed to pick sides. Miley, Brandi, and Trace supported their mom, Tish.

They attended her wedding to actor Dominic Purcell in 2023. However, Noah and Braison sided with their dad, Billy Ray, and Noah did not attend Tish’s wedding, and Braison was also absent.

Miley’s Support for Her Mom

In August 2023, Miley Cyrus played a special role at her mom Tish’s wedding to actor Dominic Purcell. Miley was the maid of honor at the ceremony, which took place in Malibu.

She wore a light blue dress and carried a bouquet of white roses. Miley was joined by her siblings Brandi and Trace, who were also part of the wedding party.

Noah’s Relationship with Tish

Noah Cyrus did not attend her mother Tish’s wedding to actor Dominic Purcell in August 2023. Instead, she spent the day with her brother Braison, sharing photos of their time together at a Walmart and a coffee shop.

In one photo, Noah wore a Billy Ray Cyrus T-shirt, which fans interpreted as a sign of support for her father. This absence fueled rumors of a family feud.

Miley’s Grammy Win

In 2025, Miley Cyrus won her first country Grammy. She and Beyoncé received the award for Best Country Duo/Group Performance for their song “Most Wanted” from Beyoncé’s album Renaissance. This was Miley’s third Grammy overall.

This was Miley’s third Grammy overall. Talking about feuds, you might be interested in Country Music’s biggest feuds and rivalries.

Billy Ray’s Support

Billy Ray Cyrus showed his pride for his daughter Miley’s Grammy win. On February 2, 2025, he posted on Instagram, saying, “Congratulations @mileycyrus and @beyonce on their well-deserved @recordingacademy Grammy wins! Couldn’t be prouder.”

Billy Ray Cyrus seems to have many ups and downs when it comes to his relationships with his children. The Billy Cyrus vs. Trace Cyrus legal feud hints at this.

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