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FULL Q&A: Firerose Opens Up About ‘Abusive’ Marriage to Billy Ray Cyrus and Finding Her Voice Again

The singer gets candid on healing, music and finding her freedom.

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Oct 14, 2026
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Firerose is rising from the ashes – and she’s finally telling her story in her own words.

In an exclusive interview with OK! Senior Editor Rebecca Friedman, the singer opens up about her tumultuous marriage to Billy Ray Cyrus, alleging she was “strategically isolated” and “manipulated and gaslit” for years as she struggled to reclaim her voice.

Image of Firerose claims Billy Ray Cyrus 'strategically isolated' her 'from everyone in my life.'

Now, two years after their bitter split, Firerose is turning that pain into purpose with new music, including her empowering single “Phoenix,” and a message for other survivors: there is life after abuse.

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OK!: I want to start off with this whole new chapter of your life. You’re coming back out stronger and healthier, and now it’s all coming into fruition with the release of your new music. What is this new chapter feeling like now that you’re actually getting to the point where your music is going to be out in the world for people to hear?

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