Billy Ray Cyrus Defends Performing for Both Democratic & Republican Presidents
Billy Ray Cyrus Defends Performing for Both Democratic & Republican PresidentsEvolve EditorsFri, April 17, 2026 at 8:56 AM UTC
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Billy Ray Cyrus is opening up about his decision to perform for both Democratic and Republican presidents. While discussing his performance at Donald Trump’s inauguration in January 2025 in a recent interview, the country music star said that he would accept an invitation from all presidents. He mentioned that he would do it irrespective of their party affiliations.
Billy Ray Cyrus addresses performing for Presidents of both parties
In a Tuesday, April 14, interview with Sky News, Billy Ray Cyrus explained why he chooses to perform for both Democratic and Republican presidents.
“My dad was a Democrat and served in the Kentucky legislature for over 20 years. But my dad always said, ‘When the president asks you to do something, you do it, son,'” Cyrus shared. “So I’ve had both democratic and republican presidents. Served with Bill Clinton, with President [Barack] Obama, Mr. [George W.] Bush, Mr. Bush’s dad [George H.W. Bush], and Mr. [Donald] Trump.”
Cyrus went on to add, “Being president is a tough job. I pray for our country. I pray for our president, and I pray for our world.”
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The “Achy Breaky Heart” hitmaker made headlines last year for his bizarre performance at Trump’s inauguration at the Liberty Ball. The singer left fans confused after he appeared to mumble his lyrics while the backing track was missing as well.
Cyrus later addressed the technical issues in a statement shared with PEOPLE. “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,” the singer said at the time.
He added, “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!!!”
Originally reported by Namrata Ghosh on Mandatory.
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