Billy Ray Cyrus joins the list of controversial figures endorsing Trump for presidency

Historically, Cyrus has been identified as a conservative Democrat.


Pop Culture & Art August 08, 2024
Image: billyraycyrus on Instagram

In an Instagram post dated August 7, country singer Billy Ray Cyrus expressed his support for presidential candidate Donald Trump, who is running on the Republican ticket for the 2024 elections.

“I stand here with former U.S. President Donald J. Trump as a proud American. Mr. Trump is the 6th U.S. President I’ve met, and I felt like Mr. Corey Comperatore was right there with us,” Cyrus wrote.

The post’s caption included the lyrics, “‘Some stood through for the red, white, and blue / And some had to fall. / Some Gave All.’”

Billy Ray Cyrus has recently been in the news due to a contentious divorce from his wife, Firerose. The separation has been marked by mutual accusations, including allegations of domestic abuse and fraud. Leaked audio has also surfaced, revealing Cyrus verbally berating Firerose.

Historically, Cyrus has been identified as a conservative Democrat. He has supported gun rights and traditional family values but has criticized certain Republican policies. In recent years, he has increasingly aligned himself with conservative media and figures.

Cyrus joins a list of controversial figures endorsing Trump’s presidential campaign, including Amber Rose, Kid Rock, and Lil Pump.

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