Billy Ray Cyrus Celebrates 'Christmas In Canaan'

Singer-turned-actor Billy Ray Cyrus was here this morning to talk about his role as Daniel Burton in the Hallmark Channel film Christmas in Canaan.

"In the rising heat of the Civil Rights Movement, Daniel Burton (Cyrus) a widowed farmer struggling to make ends meet, forces his young son, DJ, who has begun to show racist tendencies, to spend time with his black classmate, Rodney, leading to an unexpected friendship. As the years pass and racial tensions in their town build, an unforgettable Christmas will teach the boys the importance of hope and the true meaning of family," says Hallmark of the movie. Cyrus admits he jumped at the chance to be a part of the project, which revolves around two boys who care for an injured dog.

Born in Flatwoods, Kentucky, Cyrus was best known for his No. 1 single "Achy Breaky Heart.” But, perhaps now, he is better known to millions of young fans as Miley Cyrus' real-life and on-camera dad in the popular Disney Channel series Hannah Montana.

You can catch Cyrus' new music video "We'll Get By Somehow (We Always Do)" from Christmas in Canaan will debut during film's premiere on December 12 at 8pm on The Hallmark Channel. For more information, visit www.hallmarkchannel.com.

Written by LaTeisha Clay