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Miley Cyrus

singer · songwriter

Also known as Destiny Hope Cyrus, Smiley, Miley

36 stories · latest Oct 19, 2026 · Fashion & Beauty, Music, Awards & Red Carpet, Celebrity, TV & Film

Miley Cyrus biography

Miley Cyrus is a multi-platinum singer and songwriter known for her evolving musical eras and global pop stardom. Born Destiny Hope Cyrus to country performer Billy Ray Cyrus, she earned the infant nickname Smiley before legally changing her name to Miley as she built her solo music empire.

Recent coverage highlights her transition into a mononymous stage persona, dropping her surname ahead of her tenth studio album, Bass Persuades. Following the passing of her godmother, country icon Dolly Parton, Cyrus returned to a Los Angeles recording studio and announced a pair of headlining concerts at the Hollywood Bowl, ending a four-year hiatus from public performances.

  • Coverage focuses heavily on Cyrus's continuous artistic reinvention, particularly her high-profile rebrand to a mononym for her tenth album rollout.
  • Media attention also centers on her personal grief and tributes following the death of her godmother Dolly Parton.
  • Additionally, reports emphasize high anticipation surrounding her return to the stage after a four-year concert hiatus.

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Films and shows to own

Hannah Montana coverWATCH · 2006Hannah MontanaWhere the double life started, for anyone who needs the receipts.

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Miley Cyrus timeline

  1. Miley Cyrus Seen in All-Black Outfit at LA Studio Following Godmother Dolly Parton's Death

    Aug 26, 2026

    Miley Cyrus was photographed arriving at a Los Angeles recording studio following the death of her godmother Dolly Parton.

    Miley Cyrus Seen in All-Black Outfit at LA Studio Following Godmother Dolly Parton's Death
  2. Billy Ray Cyrus Reacts to Miley Dropping Her Last Name

    Sep 2, 2026

    Billy Ray Cyrus publicly backed his daughter's decision to drop her surname and perform under a mononym.

    Billy Ray Cyrus Reacts to Miley Dropping Her Last Name
  3. Miley Cyrus Kicks Off Next Era With Fresh Single And Album Announcement

    Sep 3, 2026

    Miley Cyrus launched a new single and officially announced her tenth studio album, Bass Persuades.

    Miley Cyrus Kicks Off Next Era With Fresh Single And Album Announcement
  4. Miley Cyrus Strips To Underwear In Steamy New Music Video Drop

    Sep 4, 2026

    Miley Cyrus released a dramatic music video for the title track of her upcoming album.

    Miley Cyrus Strips To Underwear In Steamy New Music Video Drop
  5. Miley Cyrus Returns To The Stage For First Public Concerts In Four Years

    Sep 10, 2026

    Miley Cyrus announced two headlining October concerts at the Hollywood Bowl to mark her return to live performances.

    Miley Cyrus Returns To The Stage For First Public Concerts In Four Years

The photos · 26

Miley Cyrus Returns To The Stage For First Public Concerts In Four Years
Beyoncé, Miley Cyrus, and Adéla Top Must-Listen Music Roundup
Pop Queens Take Over: Lisa, Jisoo, Miley, and Beyoncé Drop Massive New Tracks
Miley Cyrus Strips To Underwear In Steamy New Music Video Drop
Sami Sheen Steals The Spotlight In Hot Pink Bikini Alongside Miley Cyrus And Coachella Buzz
Miley Cyrus Kicks Off Next Era With Fresh Single And Album Announcement
Ditching The Dynasty! Miley Cyrus, Shiloh Jolie & The Celeb Kids Who Axed Their Famous Last Names
Billy Ray Cyrus Reacts to Miley Dropping Her Last Name
Miley Cyrus Drops Big Album Announcement: 'Bass Persuades' Is Coming Soon With Massive Live Shows
Is Miley Cyrus Rebranding? Pop Star Teases Name Change Ahead of New Music Era
Just Miley: Singer Drops Surname Ahead of Major Music Comeback
The singer also posted two new red and black photos of herself, captioning the pics “MILEY.”
The former Disney Channel star (pictured here performing in February 2024) is set to put out her 10th studio album, but hasn’t announced the release date. for The Recording Academy
The singer (pictured above in May) signed with Atlantic Records last month.
Cyrus teased last month that her new music is “a love story.” She’s pictured here with her fiancé, Maxx Morando, in December 2025.
The singer was photographed last Tuesday arriving at a Los Angeles studio to work on a new project.
Noah Cyrus Shares Heartfelt Tribute To Dolly Parton After Big Sister Miley Speaks First
Inside the Cyrus Family Tree: From Pop Royalty Miley to Her Hidden Half-Brother
Megan Thee Stallion Stuns On Vacation as Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton Take Over Social Feeds
Why Miley Cyrus Considers Dolly Parton Her Second Mother
Are Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton Actually Related? Inside Their Iconic Family Connection
Inside Miley Cyrus’s Sleek Noir Wardrobe for the Hollywood Bowl
Miley Cyrus Hits Back at Online Critics Slamming Her Hollywood Bowl Shows
Miley Cyrus and Mert Alas Build Three Bold Visual Worlds for 'Bass Persuades'
Snoop Dogg Tapped to Host the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles
Miley Cyrus Drops Romantic 'Let's Get Married' Video With Fiancé Maxx Morando

Miley Cyrus: your questions

What is the title of Miley Cyrus's tenth studio album?

Her tenth studio album is titled Bass Persuades, which officially drops on September 18, 2026.

Why did Miley Cyrus drop her last name?

She adopted a mononym as part of a creative rebrand and personal evolution for her new album rollout.

Who was Miley Cyrus's godmother?

Her godmother was country music legend Dolly Parton, who shared a long family and musical bond with Cyrus until her passing.

When is Miley Cyrus returning to live concerts?

She is set to perform two headlining shows at the Hollywood Bowl on October 16 and October 18, 2026.

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