The Cyrus family drama was on full display at the ‘Hannah Montana’ 20th anniversary special—and all eyes were on who wasn’t there. Miley Cyrus’ father, Billy Ray Cyrus, was notably absent from the premiere event, sparking immediate speculation about the state of their relationship. While Miley dazzled on the red carpet, celebrating the show that made her a global superstar, her famously complicated father was nowhere to be found. Sources close to the family say the absence was “not accidental.” “Things have been strained for a while,” a family insider revealed. “Billy Ray has been dealing with his own stuff, and Miley has made it clear she’s focusing on her own healing right now.” The father‑daughter duo, once known for their close bond and duet ‘Ready, Set, Don’t Go,’ have been publicly distant in recent years, with Miley rarely mentioning her father in interviews. Billy Ray, who has faced his own legal and personal struggles, did not publicly acknowledge the anniversary special. Miley, for her part, seemed unbothered on the red carpet, posing with her mother Tish and celebrating the milestone with the team that helped launch her career. “She’s in a place where she’s choosing peace,” a friend said. “That means surrounding herself with people who lift her up. It’s as simple as that.” For fans who grew up watching the Cyrus family on screen, the absence was a stark reminder that even fairy tales have complicated endings.