NASHVILLE — Country singer and songwriter Billy Ray Cyrus celebrates his 64rd birthday today, August 25, marking more than three decades in the spotlight as one of the genre’s most recognizable voices.
Born in Flatwoods, Kentucky, in 1961, Cyrus shot to global fame in 1992 with his breakout single “Achy, Breaky Heart,” a track that not only topped charts worldwide but also sparked a line-dancing craze that defined an era. His debut album Some Gave All became a blockbuster success, selling more than 9 million copies in the United States and cementing him as a country music fixture.
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Over the years, Cyrus has built a career that blends chart-topping singles, acting roles, and high-profile collaborations. He earned a new generation of fans in 2019 when he joined rapper Lil Nas X on the remix of “Old Town Road,” which went on to break records as the longest-running No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100.
Beyond music, Cyrus is also known for his acting career, including his role as Robby Ray Stewart — father to Miley Stewart — on Disney Channel’s Hannah Montana, which starred his daughter, Miley Cyrus.
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As he celebrates his 64rd birthday, fans around the world continue to salute Billy Ray Cyrus for his enduring contributions to country music and pop culture.