Miley Cyrus father - Ray is a great example of the American dream, and his luck can only be envied: he proved himself in the film industry, became not only a great friend for his children, but also just a happy person.
short biography
Billy Ray Cyrus is a popular Western musician, poet, film artist, country songwriter. Born in 1961 in Flavwood, Kentucky. When Bill was four, he sang in the local church ensemble, and his grandfather was the shepherd in this church. Ray's father was a famous Kentucky politician, and he strongly supported his son's desire to be a musician.
From early childhood, dad taught the baby to love music and actively contributed to the development of creative data in the child. Therefore, Billy Ray Cyrus learned to own a guitar early on; she became his faithful companion. After graduating from school, the guy moved to Georgetown College. He had to leave his instrument lessons, concentrating on the lessons, but at the same time, Billy was very interested in basketball and baseball, which helped to stay in college.
Creative way in music
After completing his studies, the young man collaborated with a record company for ten years: work in the holding strongly influenced Billy's decision to become an artist. In the early 90s, he began his career in music, and after moving to Los Angeles, he signed a contract with Mercury Nashville Records. His songs were quite popular among American youth, the dance music fashion revived with renewed vigor.
In 1993, Miley Cyrus's father was nominated for a Grammy Award, because the famous manager Jack McFadden, who advertised many country artists, was engaged in his promotion. Until now, the King of Country is a role model for many performers of this style.
Bill's Poor Heart
Over his entire career, the singer has released many songs and albums, but he is remembered as a performer of one hit. The single Achy Breaky Heart was a modified version of Don't Tell My Heart, which was first sung by The Marcy Brothers in 1991. Ray changed the name and presented the hit in his album: the song received platinum status in Australia and became the best-selling in the same country, occupying a leading position in the American charts. Later, many groups performed their version of this song, trying to achieve the same popularity.
Filmography
The career of a movie star was more successful for the singer: he starred in more than a hundred films, and received his first test role in 1999, it was the movie "Cool Jack". After several minor roles, Cyrus got the lead in the Doc series. Spectators and critics liked his acting and then followed the famous series “Hannah Montana”, where Miley Cyrus's father played the main roles with his daughter.
The most memorable project was the detective "Spy in the Neighborhood" with Jackie Chan, after which Ray began to become too recognizable and annoying fans.
Personal life
In 1986, Ray became engaged to Catherine Smile, and after living together for 5 years, the couple decided to divorce, during which they had one child - Christopher Cody. Today, Catherine lives in South Carolina with her son.
A little later Cyrus entered into an alliance with actress Tish Finley, who became the mother of the well-known Miley Cyrus. At the time of marriage, Tish had two children and three more were born in the process. Their relationship did not develop very smoothly, the couple filed for divorce several times. Quarrels continue to occur due to the constant absence of the spouse, who travels with the star daughter to concerts, but as the artist says: "We are trying to become stronger."
Big Cyrus family
Billy Cyrus has six children, each quite famous in the world of show business.
The most popular child was the artist Destiny Hope Cyrus. As a child, she was a cheerful and smiling child, she was given the pseudonym Miley, from the derivative "smiley" - smiling. The girl attended many circles, was a cheerleader, was engaged in vocals and acting. An example of her father prompted the girl to act in films: her debut project was the tragicomedy "Big Fish".
As soon as Miley Cyrus turned 11 years old, she heard about the selection of actresses for a newly-made picture and, without thinking twice, sent a tape with a recording. Disney Channel launched a new series about a girl who lives a double life. Destiny Hope Cyrus wanted to become a friend of the protagonist, but the baby’s cheerful smile sunk into the creators of the TV show so much that they considered her candidacy as a leading role. The girl instantly became the idol of millions of viewers, but after six years of existence, the project was closed.
A few more films added to the list, but the girl did not focus on the movie and began to write songs. In 2009, she published her own memoirs, "Miles Ahead." In 2012, Miley Cyrus radically changes the image, turning from a cute teenager into a trash diva: fans saw a short-cut blonde with red lipstick and vulgar outfits.
Noah Cyrus - vocalist and actress, is the younger sister of Miley Cyrus. The girl starred in several films and released only four singles, but Noah is not inferior to the older sister in the shocking and actively follows in her footsteps.
Trace Cyrus is a composer, musician, singer and ex-performer of the rock band Metro Station. All his adolescence spent traveling with his father. In 2006, together with a friend, he formed a group, but later left it after starting a solo career. He writes tracks for his father Ray, Trace is very fond of art, is the head of the enterprise producing clothes.
Miley Cyrus has one more brother - Brayson, almost nothing is known about him: only that he is an aspiring actor and model.
Brandy is another Miley sister who has tried herself as an actress and singer. Her early work was the series "Zoe101", then appeared in the film "Hannah Montana" with Miley and her father, and later in the horror film. Brandy also periodically participates in the clips of the popular sister. In music, the girl chose the indie pop genre and even founded her own group. She writes the texts herself and it seems that the audience reacted with passion to her work. The girl reached the maximum popularity with the help of her blog. She shares knowledge about fashion, style, beauty and gives practical advice. In 2016, her site became one of the best in America. Recently, she has been filming a reality show on decor and style.
We can conclude that the family of Miley Cyrus has quite successfully taken root in Hollywood, Billy Ray is very proud of his children and tries to support the activities of everyone.
