In a heartfelt message shared on Instagram, Trace Cyrus has opened up about his family's worries regarding their father, country music legend Billy Ray Cyrus, after the 63-year-old's recent performance at an event in Washington, D.C. raised eyebrows and concerns. During the performance at a gathering connected to President Donald Trump's inaugural ball, Billy Ray seemed to struggle, even asking the crowd, "Should I just get the hell off the stage?" This moment became a wake-up call for Trace and the rest of the family.

Accompanying his emotional message was a nostalgic throwback photo of a younger Trace with his father. Trace, 35, reflected on his long-standing admiration for Billy Ray, recalling how the day he was adopted marked a turning point in his life. However, he expressed sadness over the changes he has witnessed in his father, whom he described as someone he barely recognizes anymore.

In his message, Trace expressed concern that the pressures of the entertainment world have "beaten [Billy Ray] down," a sentiment echoed by the rest of the family. He went on to reveal the strain this has put on their relationships, particularly highlighting how Billy Ray's daughter Noah feels abandoned despite still idolizing him.

"We're all holding onto memories of the man we once knew and hoping for the day he returns," Trace wrote, making it clear that the family's worries go beyond mere speculation. He hinted at a struggle with potential issues like alcoholism, offering his own journey of recovery as a beacon of hope. "I’m over a year and a half clean from alcohol. Guess what? I feel amazing... I’d love to help you if you would open up and receive the help," he shared, coming from a place of love and concern.

The message from Trace follows similar sentiments expressed by other family members and even Billy Ray's ex-wife, Firerose. She described seeing the struggles in public as reflecting much of what she experienced during their relationship, emphasizing the need for confrontation and acceptance of one’s issues as the pathway to healing.

As fans and loved ones rally around Billy Ray, the hope remains that he can find the support he needs and rediscover the strength that once defined him. The Cyrus family and supporters alike are praying for his wellbeing, hoping for a turnaround and a return to the beloved figure they all adore.

With the challenges he faces laid bare, one cannot help but wonder: Will Billy Ray heed the heartfelt pleas from his family, or will the pressures continue to weigh heavily upon him? Only time will tell.