Hold onto your cowboy hats, folks. The saga of Billy Ray Cyrus and his estranged wife Firerose has taken a wild turn. The country music star is now accusing Firerose of charging an eye-popping $96,986.05 on his business American Express card within a span of just two weeks. Yep, you read that right—nearly $100K in unauthorized charges between May 23 and June 7.
In recently filed court documents, Billy Ray alleges that Firerose made 37 unauthorized charges on his business credit card, a card she supposedly had no permission to use. He’s taking this matter seriously, asking the judge for an emergency restraining order to stop her from using the card altogether. Not stopping there, he also wants Firerose to pay back every single cent of that hefty bill. Talk about a financial showdown!
Firerose isn’t taking these accusations lying down. She shot back, claiming that since they moved in together in 2022, she’s always had access to several of Billy Ray’s cards and never had any limitations imposed on her spending. According to her, dipping into their so-called “marital money” to maintain her lifestyle while they’re still legally wed is perfectly justified. It’s a classic case of “he said, she said” with high stakes and even higher emotions.
Adding another layer to this already convoluted situation, Firerose’s filing pointed out that $45,000 of the disputed amount was actually mistakenly charged by the law firm representing her—and it has already been refunded. This revelation throws a wrench into Billy Ray’s claims and complicates the financial picture.
The backdrop to this financial feud is their ongoing divorce, which kicked off when Billy Ray filed for separation in late May, citing “irreconcilable differences” and “inappropriate marital conduct.” He’s not just stopping at divorce; he wants an annulment, alleging fraud as the basis for his request. This kind of legal maneuvering hints at deeper issues and a potentially explosive courtroom battle ahead.
And let’s not forget, this isn’t Billy Ray’s first rodeo in the divorce arena. He and his previous wife, Tish Cyrus, ended their marriage for the third and final time in April 2022 after 28 years together. Tish has since moved on and tied the knot with “Prison Break” star Dominic Purcell in August 2023.
Family dynamics are also playing a role in this drama. Miley Cyrus, Billy Ray’s superstar daughter, reportedly skipped his ceremony with Firerose, indicating a fractured relationship. One can only imagine how this financial debacle might further strain familial ties.
As the court battles rage on, one thing is certain: this isn’t just about money—it’s about trust, betrayal, and the messy unraveling of what once seemed to be a promising love story. Will Firerose have to repay the nearly $100K? Will Billy Ray get the annulment he’s seeking? Only time—and a lot of courtroom drama—will tell.