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Trace Cyrus Slams Dad Over Funeral Fashion Priorities

6/12/2025

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Summary

Cyrus Family Feud

Trace Cyrus took to Instagram to slam his father, Billy Ray Cyrus, for prioritizing a fashion show in Italy over their grandmother's funeral in 2020, labeling him "the lamest man ever." This public outburst underscores deep-rooted family tensions, intensified by their parents' divorce and Miley's recent remarks on the need for family healing.

Summary

Cyrus Family Healing

Miley Cyrus, 32, opened up about her family's journey toward healing after a tumultuous decade on Monica Lewinsky's podcast. Reflecting on her parents' 2022 divorce, she highlighted the struggles of communication, revealing that "half [of her family] weren’t speaking." With hope for reconciliation, Miley plans to explore these family dynamics in her upcoming album, "Something Beautiful."

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Historical Context

Billy Ray Cyrus gained fame in 1992 with "Achy Breaky Heart," which became a cultural phenomenon and influenced his family dynamics. Following his divorce from Tish Cyrus in 2022, communication issues arose, with Miley Cyrus noting family members were estranged. This reflects broader challenges faced by celebrity families, highlighting the need for healing, as Miley addresses these themes in her upcoming album, "Something Beautiful."

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Cyrus Family Feud

Trace Cyrus took to Instagram to slam his father, Billy Ray Cyrus, for prioritizing a fashion show in Italy over their grandmother's funeral in 2020, labeling him "the lamest man ever." This public outburst underscores deep-rooted family tensions, intensified by their parents' divorce and Miley's recent remarks on the need for family healing.

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