Having Billy Ray Cyrus present the award for Single of the Year at last night's CMA Awards has left some fans scratching their heads, despite Cyrus' legendary status in country music history.
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Thankfully, his girlfriend, actress Elizabeth Hurley, was there with him. However, his appearance had people on social media wondering what he was doing there in the first place. Why all the chatter? We'll explain below.
For Starters, There Was That Performance at the Inauguration
Earlier this year, many people were concerned about Cyrus after seeing his disastrous performance at a presidential inauguration event.
Technical difficulties certainly played a role in his appearance. There were a lot of blank looks and whistling, too. At some points, Cyrus didn't seem to know where he should stand.
Observers noted that Cyrus sounded unusual when performing "Achy Breaky Heart". When he seemed to be escorted offstage, some, including family members, expressed concern for his well-being.
Then There Was Billy Ray Cyrus' Outfit
Hurley looked lovely on Cyrus' arm with a glittering red gown with a plunging neckline and stiletto pumps. But many thought Cyrus's outfit clashed with Hurley's elegant look. He was dressed in all black—including a black blazer, slacks, and a cowboy hat. Though, that's been Cyrus' signature look for quite some time.
