History of Miley Cyrus in Timeline
Miley Cyrus is an American singer, songwriter, and actress known for her influential role in popular music and constant reinvention. She began her career as a child actress and rose to prominence as a teen idol, starring as Miley Stewart in Disney's 'Hannah Montana' (2006-2011). This role launched a successful franchise, including two number-one soundtracks on the Billboard 200, solidifying her presence in the entertainment industry.
2 hours ago : Miley Cyrus Receives Hollywood Walk of Fame Star with Maxx Morando
Miley Cyrus was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, accompanied by her fiancé Maxx Morando. She referenced her dad, Billy Ray Cyrus, during the emotional ceremony.
April 1992: Birth of Christopher Cody
In April 1992, Christopher Cody, Miley Cyrus's father's first child, was born.
November 23, 1992: Miley Cyrus Born
On November 23, 1992, Destiny Hope Cyrus, later known as Miley Cyrus, was born in Franklin, Tennessee, to Leticia "Tish" Jean Cyrus and country singer Billy Ray Cyrus. Born with supraventricular tachycardia, her birth name reflected her parents' high hopes for her future.
December 28, 1993: Parents' Secret Marriage
On December 28, 1993, Miley Cyrus's parents secretly married, a year after her birth.
2001: Comparison to Britney Album
Glamour writer Mickey Woods likened the promotional "era" for the Bangerz album by Miley Cyrus (2013) to Britney Spears's third album Britney released in 2001.
2001: Move to Toronto and Inspiration from Mamma Mia!
In 2001, when Miley Cyrus was eight, she and her family moved to Toronto, Canada, while her father filmed the television series Doc. In 2001, after seeing a Mirvish production of Mamma Mia!, she expressed her desire to become an actress and began taking singing and acting lessons.
2002: Comparison to Stripped Album
Glamour writer Mickey Woods likened the promotional "era" for the Bangerz album by Miley Cyrus (2013) to Christina Aguilera's fourth album Stripped released in 2002.
2003: Role in Big Fish
In 2003, Miley Cyrus received credit under her birth name for her role as "Young Ruthie" in Tim Burton's Big Fish.
2005: Move to Los Angeles
In 2005, the Cyrus family moved to Los Angeles when Miley Cyrus was cast in Hannah Montana.
March 2006: Premiere of Hannah Montana
In March 2006, the Disney Channel television series Hannah Montana premiered to the largest audience for a Disney Channel program.
June 2006: Began Dating Nick Jonas
In June 2006, Miley Cyrus began dating singer-actor Nick Jonas, a relationship that lasted until December 2007 and attracted considerable media attention.
September 2006: Touring with the Cheetah Girls
In September 2006, Miley Cyrus, as Hannah Montana, toured with the Cheetah Girls, performing songs from the show's first season.
2006: Teen Choice Award Nominations
From 2006 to 2014, Miley Cyrus received 50 Teen Choice Award nominations, making her the most nominated person in the history of the Teen Choice Awards.
2006: Hannah Montana Debut
In 2006, Miley Cyrus rose to prominence as a teen idol with her portrayal of Miley Stewart in the Disney Channel television series Hannah Montana. The series quickly became one of the highest-rated on basic cable.
June 2007: Release of Hannah Montana 2: Meet Miley Cyrus
In June 2007, Miley Cyrus released the two-disc album Hannah Montana 2: Meet Miley Cyrus. The album became her second to reach the top of the Billboard 200.
December 2007: Ended Relationship with Nick Jonas
In December 2007, Miley Cyrus ended her relationship with singer-actor Nick Jonas, marking the end of a high-profile romance.
2007: Release of "Meet Miley Cyrus"
In 2007, Miley Cyrus's solo career officially began with the release of her US number-one pop rock album, Meet Miley Cyrus.
2007: Best of Both Worlds Tour Success
In 2007, the Best of Both Worlds Tour sold out in minutes and stadiums were completely filled, making it the highest-grossing concert tour for a new act.
February 2008: Beginning of "The Miley and Mandy Show"
In February 2008, Miley Cyrus and Mandy Jiroux began posting videos on YouTube, referring to the clips as "The Miley and Mandy Show."
April 2008: Image Leaks and Controversy
In April 2008, several pictures of Miley Cyrus in her underwear and swimsuit were leaked online. Further controversy erupted when it was reported that she had posed topless during a photo shoot by Annie Leibovitz for Vanity Fair.
2008: Name Change to Miley Ray Cyrus
In 2008, Destiny Hope Cyrus legally changed her name to Miley Ray Cyrus; her middle name honors her grandfather, Democratic politician Ronald Ray Cyrus.
2008: Donated to City of Hope and Youth Service America
In 2008, Miley Cyrus attended benefit concerts for the City of Hope National Medical Center and donated one dollar to the organization for every concert ticket sold during her Best of Both Worlds Tour. She donated a US$1 million donation from Disney to Youth Service America.
2008: Began Relationship with Justin Gaston
In 2008, Miley Cyrus began a nine-month relationship with model Justin Gaston, marking a new chapter in her personal life.
2008: Release of Breakout and Starring in Bolt
In 2008, Miley Cyrus released her second studio album, Breakout, and starred in the animated film Bolt with John Travolta.
2008: Release of "Breakout" Album
In 2008, Miley Cyrus released the album Breakout, where she experimented with various genres, co-wrote eight songs, and aimed to showcase her songwriting abilities.
2008: Recognition in Time 100
In 2008, Miley Cyrus was recognized in the Time 100 list.
2008: Billboard Touring Awards
In 2008, Miley Cyrus won the award for Breakthrough Act at the Billboard Touring Awards due to the success of the Best of Both Worlds Tour, which grossed over US$54 million.
2008: Best of Both Worlds Tour
In 2008, Miley Cyrus's Best of Both Worlds Tour, promoting her release, gained such high demand that it was compared to that of The Beatles or Elvis.
2008: Vanity Fair Photo Scandal
In 2008, Miley Cyrus's fame increased dramatically in the wake of the Vanity Fair photo scandal, with photographs of her being sold to photo agencies for up to $2,000 per photo.
March 2009: Release of "The Climb"
In March 2009, Miley Cyrus released "The Climb" as a single from the soundtrack to Hannah Montana: The Movie.
July 2009: Performed at Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
In July 2009, Miley Cyrus performed at the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation's 20th annual Time for Heroes celebrity picnic and donated autographed merchandise and a Hannah Montana script to the Ronald McDonald House Auction.
July 2009: Release of Fourth Hannah Montana Soundtrack
In July 2009, Miley Cyrus released her fourth soundtrack as Hannah Montana, which debuted at number two on the Billboard 200.
December 7, 2009: Performance at Royal Variety Performance
On December 7, 2009, Miley Cyrus performed for Queen Elizabeth II and other members of the British royal family at the Royal Variety Performance in Blackpool, Lancashire.
2009: Release of "The Climb"
Before the 2023 release of the Endless Summer Vacation documentary, Miley Cyrus released the song "The Climb" in 2009.
2009: Release of "Party in the U.S.A."
In 2009, Miley Cyrus released "Party in the U.S.A.", which featured belter refrains in her vocals.
2009: Starring in Hannah Montana: The Movie
In 2009, Miley Cyrus starred in Hannah Montana: The Movie.
2009: Teen Choice Awards Performance of "Party in the U.S.A."
In 2009, Miley Cyrus's performance of "Party in the U.S.A." at the Teen Choice Awards sparked a "national uproar" because of her outfit and perceived pole dancing.
2009: Golden Globe and MTV Movie Award Nominations and Win
In 2009, Miley Cyrus, at 16 years old, received her first Golden Globe nomination for Best Original Song with "I Thought I Lost You" for the movie Bolt, and she also won the MTV Movie Award for Best Song From A Movie with her song "The Climb".
2009: Began On-Again, Off-Again Relationship with Liam Hemsworth
In 2009, while filming The Last Song, Miley Cyrus began an on-again, off-again relationship with her co-star Liam Hemsworth, setting the stage for a long and complex romantic history.
January 2010: Support for To Write Love on Her Arms
In January 2010, Miley Cyrus posted the final video to her mileymandy YouTube Account promoting support for To Write Love on Her Arms, and appeared in a promotional video for the film with Joaquin Phoenix and Liv Tyler the next day.
February 2010: Donations for Haiti Earthquake Victims
In February 2010, Miley Cyrus donated several items, including the dress she wore to the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards and tickets to the Hollywood premiere of The Last Song, to raise money for the victims of the 2010 Haiti earthquake.
April 2010: Worked with Make-A-Wish Foundation
In April 2010, Miley Cyrus, working with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, performed for and met with 29 children at The Grove at Farmers Market in Los Angeles, California.
September 2010: Billboard's 21 Under 21 List
In September 2010, Miley Cyrus was ranked tenth on Billboard's first-ever edition of its 21 Under 21 listicle, recognizing her success and influence at a young age.
October 2010: Release of Final Hannah Montana Soundtrack
In October 2010, Miley Cyrus released her final soundtrack as Hannah Montana; it was seen as a commercial failure.
December 2010: Salvia Smoking Controversy
In December 2010, a video surfaced online showing Miley Cyrus, then eighteen, smoking salvia with a bong, leading to further controversy.
2010: Appeared in "The Big Bang" Music Video
In 2010, Miley Cyrus appeared in the music video for Rock Mafia's debut single, "The Big Bang".
2010: Britain's Got Talent Performance of "Can't Be Tamed"
In 2010, Miley Cyrus faced controversy over her performance of "Can't Be Tamed" on Britain's Got Talent, where she pretended to kiss one of her female backup dancers onstage, but she defended the performance.
2010: Release of "Can't Be Tamed" Album
In 2010, Miley Cyrus released her third studio album "Can't Be Tamed", which explored an electropop sound and expressed her desire for freedom in personal and professional life.
2010: Starring in The Last Song
In 2010, Miley Cyrus starred in the film The Last Song.
2010: Forbes Celebrity 100 Recognition
In 2010, Miley Cyrus was featured in the Forbes Celebrity 100.
2010: "My Heart Beats for Love" Release
In 2010, Miley Cyrus wrote the song "My Heart Beats for Love" for one of her gay friends, demonstrating her early support for the LGBT community.
2010: Last Appearence on Chart Since Can't Be Tamed
In 2010, before the release of "Fall Down", Miley Cyrus's last appearance on the Billboard Hot 100 chart was with the song "Can't Be Tamed".
2010: Release of "Can't Be Tamed" Album and Image Transition
In 2010, with the release of her album Can't Be Tamed, Miley Cyrus officially attempted to distance herself from her teenage persona by releasing controversial music videos for her songs "Can't Be Tamed" and "Who Owns My Heart".
January 2011: Met Ailing Fan
In January 2011, Miley Cyrus met an ailing fan with spina bifida with the charity Kids Wish Network, continuing her support of charitable causes.
March 5, 2011: Hosts Saturday Night Live
On March 5, 2011, Miley Cyrus hosted Saturday Night Live and poked fun at her recent controversies.
April 2011: American Red Cross Commercial
In April 2011, Miley Cyrus appeared in a commercial for the American Red Cross asking people to pledge $10 to help those affected by the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami.
April 2011: Start of Gypsy Heart Tour
In April 2011, Miley Cyrus embarked on her worldwide Gypsy Heart Tour, which had no North American dates, citing controversial moments as the reason.
May 2, 2011: Resurgence of "Party in the U.S.A." After Osama bin Laden's Death
On May 2, 2011, following the death of Osama bin Laden, there was a resurgence in popularity of Miley Cyrus's song "Party in the U.S.A.", with the YouTube video being flooded with comments and the song being deemed a celebratory anthem.
December 2011: Commercial for J/P Haitian Relief Organization
In December 2011, Miley Cyrus appeared in a commercial for the charity J/P Haitian Relief Organization and teamed up with Trace Cyrus to design a limited-edition T-shirt and hoodie for charity with proceeds going to Get Ur Good On.
2011: Billboard's 21 Under 21 List
In 2011, Miley Cyrus was ranked twenty-first in Billboard's 21 Under 21 list, recognizing her continued success and influence at a young age.
2011: Paul McCartney compares Miley Cyrus' success to that of the Beatles
In 2011, Paul McCartney compared the success of Miley Cyrus to that of The Beatles, noting that teenagers identify with new sensations like Miley Cyrus in the same way boys identified with The Beatles.
2011: Gypsy Heart Tour
In 2011, before the Attention Tour in 2022, Miley Cyrus had toured South America for her Gypsy Heart Tour.
2011: End of Hannah Montana
In 2011, the Disney Channel television series Hannah Montana concluded, after running for five years.
2011: Sang The Climb Since 2011
Miley Cyrus sang her 2009 hit single "The Climb" for the first time since 2011 alongside a cover of "No Freedom" by Dido to honor the victims of the Las Vegas shooting.
February 2012: Dropped from Hotel Transylvania
In February 2012, Miley Cyrus was dropped from the animated film Hotel Transylvania and replaced with Selena Gomez. The initial reason was cited as Cyrus wanting to focus on her music, but the real reason was later revealed as an incident involving a penis-shaped birthday cake for Liam Hemsworth.
May 2012: First Engagement to Liam Hemsworth
In May 2012, Miley Cyrus got engaged to her co-star Liam Hemsworth for the first time, marking a significant step in their on-again, off-again relationship.
2012: Donated to City of Hope
In 2012, Miley Cyrus continued to support charities like City of Hope National Medical Center in California by attending benefit concerts.
2012: Backyard Sessions, collaborations, and acting roles
In 2012, Miley Cyrus released the Backyard Sessions on YouTube, covering classic songs. She collaborated with Rock Mafia on "Morning Sun" and Borgore on "Decisions", even appearing in the latter's music video with Liam Hemsworth. She also guest-starred in Two and a Half Men and debuted a blonde, pixie cut, stating she felt more like herself than ever before.
2012: Billboard's 21 Under 21 List
In 2012, Miley Cyrus was ranked eighteenth in Billboard's 21 Under 21 list, recognizing her continued success and influence at a young age.
2012: Rolling Stone Top 25 Teen Idol Breakout Moments
In 2012, Rolling Stone ranked Miley Cyrus as one of the top 25 teen idol breakout moments of the rock era, noting the meteoric rise of her career and comparing her potential to that of Britney Spears.
May 23, 2013: Featured on Mike Will Made It single "23"
On May 23, 2013, it was confirmed that Miley Cyrus would be featured on the Mike Will Made It single "23", with Wiz Khalifa and Juicy J. The single peaked at number eleven on the Hot 100 and sold over one million copies worldwide by the end of 2013.
September 2013: First Engagement to Liam Hemsworth Ended
In September 2013, Miley Cyrus ended her first engagement to Liam Hemsworth, continuing their tumultuous relationship journey.
October 2, 2013: MTV aired "Miley: The Movement"
On October 2, 2013, MTV aired the documentary Miley: The Movement, chronicling the recording of her fourth studio album Bangerz.
November 10, 2013: Music Video Release of "Real and True"
On November 10, 2013, the music video for "Real and True" by Future featuring Miley Cyrus and Mr. Hudson premiered, five days after its initial release on November 5, 2013.
November 2013: Time's Person of the Year Finalist
In November 2013, Miley Cyrus was a finalist for Time magazine's Person of the Year, ultimately coming in third place with 16.3% of the staff vote, acknowledging her impact on the cultural landscape that year.
December 9, 2013: Named Artist of the Year
On December 9, 2013, Miley Cyrus was declared Artist of the Year by MTV.
2013: Release of comeback single and controversial performance
In 2013, Miley Cyrus released her comeback single "We Can't Stop", which topped charts worldwide. She also performed with Robin Thicke at the MTV Video Music Awards, resulting in media attention and public scrutiny due to her provocative performance. On the same day as the VMAs, she released "Wrecking Ball", which became her first US Hot 100 number-one single.
2013: Starring in So Undercover and Miley: The Movement
In 2013, Miley Cyrus starred in the film So Undercover and was the subject of the documentary Miley: The Movement.
2013: Cannabis Use
In 2013, Miley Cyrus told Rolling Stone that cannabis was "the best drug on earth" and appeared to smoke a joint onstage at the 2013 MTV Europe Music Awards, which was later removed from the US broadcast.
2013: Release of Bangerz
In 2013, Miley Cyrus transitioned to trap-pop and R&B with her album Bangerz, which included the hit singles "We Can't Stop" and "Wrecking Ball."
2013: Most Charitable Celebrity
In 2013, Miley Cyrus was named the fourteenth-most-charitable celebrity of the year by Do Something and appeared in a television special entitled The Real Change Project: Artists for Education with Justin Bieber and Pitbull.
2013: Work on Bangerz album
In 2013, Miley Cyrus worked on her album Bangerz during a musical hiatus, describing the record as having a "dirty south feel".
2013: Controversy and Impact of Bangerz Album
In 2013, Miley Cyrus's album Bangerz and its promotional events sparked significant controversy in popular culture and established her as a controversial figure of the decade. The album was recognized for its artistic evolution and impact on the music scene.
2013: MTV Video Music Awards Performance with Robin Thicke
In 2013, Miley Cyrus's performance of "We Can't Stop" and "Blurred Lines" with Robin Thicke at the MTV Video Music Awards received significant media and public scrutiny due to her suggestive attire and actions.
2013: Release of "Wrecking Ball"
In 2013, before the release of Flowers in 2023, Miley Cyrus released the song "Wrecking Ball".
2013: Online Petition to Change National Anthem to "Party in the U.S.A."
In 2013, there was an online petition on the White House's "We the People" petitions website urging then-president Barack Obama to change the U.S. national anthem from "The Star-Spangled Banner" to Miley Cyrus's "Party in the U.S.A.".
2013: Controversies Sparked by Behavior
Miley Cyrus's behavior throughout 2013 sparked a substantial amount of controversy, although her godmother Dolly Parton defended her choices.
January 29, 2014: MTV Unplugged Concert
On January 29, 2014, Miley Cyrus performed an acoustic concert on MTV Unplugged, featuring songs from Bangerz and a guest appearance by Madonna. The event became the highest-rated MTV Unplugged in a decade.
March 2014: Sociology Course on Miley Cyrus at Skidmore College
In March 2014, Skidmore College in New York began offering a special topics sociology course entitled "The Sociology of Miley Cyrus: Race, Class, Gender and Media," using Miley Cyrus as a lens to explore sociological thinking about identity, entertainment, media, and fame.
August 28, 2014: HIV/AIDS Charity Event
On August 28, 2014, Miley Cyrus appeared alongside Justin Timberlake at an HIV/AIDS charity event in the White House, continuing her support of charitable causes.
2014: MTV Video Music Award
At the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards, Miley Cyrus won Video of the Year for "Wrecking Ball". Cyrus invited a homeless man to accept the award to raise awareness of homeless youth in Los Angeles and launched a Prizeo campaign to raise funds for My Friend's Place.
2014: Became a Vegan
In 2014, Miley Cyrus became a vegan and stopped eating animal products, reflecting her values regarding animal rights and environmentalism.
2014: Dated Patrick Schwarzenegger
In 2014, Miley Cyrus dated actor Patrick Schwarzenegger, marking a new relationship after ending her first engagement to Liam Hemsworth.
2014: Founding of Happy Hippie Foundation and Recognition in Time 100
In 2014, Miley Cyrus founded the Happy Hippie Foundation, which focuses on the LGBTQ community and youth homelessness. Also in 2014, she was recognized in the Time 100 list.
2014: Happy Hippie Foundation Founded
In 2014, Miley Cyrus founded the Happy Hippie Foundation, which works to "fight injustice facing homeless youth, LGBTQ youth and other vulnerable populations," solidifying her dedication to advocacy and social justice.
2014: World Music Awards Nominations
In 2014, Miley Cyrus received 16 nominations at the World Music Awards.
2014: Stoned Interview
In a 2014 interview with W magazine, Miley Cyrus stated "I love weed" and "I just love getting stoned," openly discussing her recreational use of cannabis.
2014: Continued Controversial Behavior
Miley Cyrus's behavior throughout 2014 sparked a substantial amount of controversy, although her godmother Dolly Parton defended her choices.
June 15, 2015: Launched #InstaPride campaign
On June 15, 2015, Miley Cyrus launched the #InstaPride campaign in collaboration with Instagram to encourage diversity and tolerance by showing transgender and gender-expansive people in a positive light.
June 2015: Time Magazine Reports Cyrus Identifies as Gender Fluid
In June 2015, Time magazine reported that Miley Cyrus identified as gender fluid, stating she "doesn't relate to being boy or girl" and is open to any consenting relationship regardless of gender.
2015: Dated Stella Maxwell
In 2015, Miley Cyrus dated model Stella Maxwell, continuing to explore her identity and relationships.
2015: Release of Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz
In 2015, Miley Cyrus explored psychedelic music on her album Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz.
2015: Hosted MTV Video Music Awards and Surprise Album Release
In 2015, Miley Cyrus hosted the MTV Video Music Awards as its first openly pansexual host. She gave a surprise performance of "Dooo It!" and announced her fifth studio album, Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz, available for free streaming on SoundCloud.
2015: References to Tibetan Buddhism
In 2015, Miley Cyrus included references to Tibetan Buddhism in her song "Milky Milky Milk", showing her evolving spiritual interests.
2015: Key advisor on The Voice
In 2015, Miley Cyrus served as a key advisor during the tenth season of the reality singing competition The Voice.
2015: Forbes Celebrity 100 Recognition
In 2015, Miley Cyrus was featured in the Forbes Celebrity 100.
2015: Runner-up for The Advocate's Person of the Year
In 2015, Miley Cyrus was listed as one of the nine runners-up for The Advocate's Person of the Year, acknowledging her impact and contributions to the LGBT community.
2015: Worked on Films The Night Before and A Very Murray Christmas
In 2015, Miley Cyrus worked on the films The Night Before and A Very Murray Christmas during this period; both roles were cameos.
2015: Milky Milky Milk Tour
In 2015, Miley Cyrus's controversial Milky Milky Milk Tour received significant media attention for her performances.
2015: Comparison to Madonna and Disney Star Ranking
In 2015, Rebecca Nicholson from The Guardian called Miley Cyrus the Madonna of her generation. In November of the same year, Vulture ranked Cyrus number one on its "Disney and Nickelodeon Stars Gone Pop" listicle.
2015: MAC Cosmetics Viva Glam Lipstick
In early 2015, Miley Cyrus teamed up with MAC Cosmetics to launch her own branded Viva Glam lipstick, with proceeds going to the Mac AIDS Fund.
March 2016: Rekindled Relationship with Liam Hemsworth
In March 2016, Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth rekindled their relationship, beginning a new chapter in their long and complex romance.
March 2016: Signed on as a coach for The Voice
In March 2016, Miley Cyrus signed on as a coach for the eleventh season of The Voice, replacing Gwen Stefani and becoming the youngest coach in the series' history.
September 2016: Co-starred in Crisis in Six Scenes
In September 2016, Miley Cyrus co-starred in Crisis in Six Scenes, a television series created by Woody Allen for Amazon Studios. She played a radical activist hiding from the police.
September 17, 2016: Appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
On September 17, 2016, Miley Cyrus appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and covered Bob Dylan's "Baby, I'm In the Mood for You".
2016: Coaching on The Voice
In 2016, Miley Cyrus served as a coach on The Voice.
2016: Happy Hippie Foundation Activities
In 2016, Miley Cyrus's Happy Hippie Foundation reached more than 25,000 LGBTQ youth and their families with resources about gender and provided social services to transgender individuals, youth in conflict zones, and people affected by crises.
May 11, 2017: Release of "Malibu"
On May 11, 2017, Miley Cyrus released "Malibu" as the lead single from her sixth album. The single debuted at No. 64 on the Billboard Hot 100 and peaked at No. 10 on the chart on its second week.
May 2017: Uncredited Voice Cameo
In May 2017, Miley Cyrus had an uncredited voice cameo as Mainframe in the superhero film Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2.
June 2017: Performance at One Love Manchester
In June 2017, Miley Cyrus performed at One Love Manchester, which was a televised benefit concert organized by Ariana Grande after the Manchester Arena bombing.
August 2017: Donation to Hurricane Harvey Relief
In August 2017, Miley Cyrus announced on The Ellen DeGeneres Show that she would donate $500,000 to Hurricane Harvey relief efforts.
September 2017: Started working on next album
Before the release of Younger Now in September 2017, Miley Cyrus expressed she was already working on her next album. Producers attached to her seventh studio album included Mike Will Made It, Mark Ronson, and Andrew Wyatt.
September 29, 2017: Release of Younger Now album
On September 29, 2017, Miley Cyrus released her sixth studio album titled Younger Now.
October 5, 2017: Confirmed departure from The Voice
On October 5, 2017, Miley Cyrus confirmed that she would not be returning to The Voice for season fourteen.
October 30, 2017: No further singles or tour for Younger Now
On October 30, 2017, Miley Cyrus revealed she would not release any further singles from Younger Now, nor would she tour for it.
2017: Release of Younger Now
In 2017, Miley Cyrus explored country music on her album Younger Now.
2017: Starring in Crisis in Six Scenes
In 2017, Miley Cyrus led the miniseries Crisis in Six Scenes.
2017: "Malibu" success
In 2017, before the release of "Midnight Sky" in 2020, Miley Cyrus released the song "Malibu", which was successful.
2017: Quit Cannabis for Press Tour
In a 2017 interview on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Miley Cyrus said she had quit cannabis before the press tour for Younger Now to be "super clear" when discussing the record.
May 2018: Reiterates Love for Cannabis
In May 2018, Miley Cyrus told Jimmy Kimmel that cannabis is her "first and true love" but not right for her at that time in her life, indicating a complex relationship with the substance.
November 2018: Home Burned Down in Woolsey Fire
In November 2018, Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth's home burned down in the Woolsey Fire in California, a traumatic event that preceded their marriage.
November 2018: Filming of Black Mirror episode
In November 2018, Miley Cyrus filmed the Black Mirror episode "Rachel, Jack and Ashley Too" in South Africa. She starred as Ashley O, a fictional pop star.
November 29, 2018: Release of "Nothing Breaks Like a Heart"
On November 29, 2018, Miley Cyrus's first collaboration with Mark Ronson, "Nothing Breaks Like a Heart" from his 2019 album Late Night Feelings, was released to commercial success.
December 2018: Reintroduction to Cannabis by Mother
During a December 2018 interview with Andy Cohen, Miley Cyrus credited her mother for reintroducing her to cannabis, revealing a change in her stance after a period of abstinence.
2018: Identified as Queer After Marriage
After her 2018 marriage to Liam Hemsworth, Miley Cyrus went on record to say she still identified as queer, reinforcing her commitment to her identity and the LGBT community.
2018: Launch of the Malibu Foundation
Following the loss of Miley and Hemsworth's Malibu home from the Woolsey Fire, the community and they launched the Malibu Foundation for relief efforts following the 2018 California wildfires, Miley's Happy Hippie Foundation donating $500,000 to the Malibu Foundation.
2018: Particpated in tribute concerts
In 2018, Miley Cyrus honored Elton John at the I'm Still Standing: A Grammy Salute to Elton John tribute concert, where she covered "The Bitch Is Back".
May 31, 2019: Release of "She Is Coming" EP
On May 31, 2019, Miley Cyrus tweeted about her seventh studio album would be titled She Is Miley Cyrus and would comprise three six-song EPs, released before the full-length album, beginning with She Is Coming on May 31. The EP included vocal collaborations and debuted at number five on the US Billboard 200. The lead single "Mother's Daughter" entered at number 54 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
June 5, 2019: Release of "Rachel, Jack and Ashley Too" on Netflix
On June 5, 2019, the Black Mirror episode "Rachel, Jack and Ashley Too", starring Miley Cyrus, was released on Netflix. In the episode, Cyrus played a fictional pop star named Ashley O and voiced her AI doll extension, Ashley Too.
August 10, 2019: Announced Separation from Liam Hemsworth
On August 10, 2019, Miley Cyrus announced her separation from Liam Hemsworth, marking the end of their marriage.
August 2019: Release of "Slide Away"
In August 2019, Miley Cyrus released "Slide Away," her first song after announcing her separation from Liam Hemsworth. The song alluded to their breakup.
September 13, 2019: Release of "Don't Call Me Angel"
On September 13, 2019, Miley Cyrus's collaboration with Ariana Grande and Lana Del Rey, "Don't Call Me Angel", was released as the lead single for the Charlie's Angels soundtrack.
September 2019: Dated Kaitlynn Carter
From August to September 2019, Miley Cyrus dated Kaitlynn Carter, following her separation from Liam Hemsworth.
September 2019: Release of "Slide Away" music video
In September 2019, Miley Cyrus released the music video for her song "Slide Away", which contained references to her breakup with Liam Hemsworth.
October 2019: Began Dating Cody Simpson
In October 2019, Miley Cyrus began dating Australian singer Cody Simpson, a longtime friend.
November 2019: Abstinence from Cannabis and Alcohol Before Surgery
Before and shortly after vocal cord surgery in November 2019, Miley Cyrus abstained from cannabis and alcohol, prioritizing her health and recovery.
2019: Cover Songs and Performances
During the first quarter of 2019, Miley Cyrus performed numerous cover songs, including "Islands in the Stream" with Shawn Mendes at the MusiCares Person of the Year event honoring Dolly Parton, and "No Tears Left to Cry" for BBC Radio's Live Lounge. She also participated in tribute concerts for Chris Cornell and Elton John.
2019: Release of "Nothing Breaks Like a Heart"
In 2019 Miley Cyrus released "Nothing Breaks Like a Heart" with Mark Ronson. The song appeared on Mark Ronson's album Late Night Feelings.
2019: Cannabis Bouquet Valentine's Gift
In 2019, Miley Cyrus sent Mark Ronson a cannabis bouquet from Lowell Herb Co as a tongue-in-cheek Valentine's Day gift and invested in the company in August, showcasing her continued association with cannabis culture.
2019: Starring in Black Mirror episode
In 2019, Miley Cyrus starred in the "Rachel, Jack and Ashley Too" episode of Black Mirror.
2019: Public Declaration as Childfree
Since 2019, Miley Cyrus has been vocally childfree, expressing her choice not to have children.
January 28, 2020: Divorce from Liam Hemsworth Finalized
On January 28, 2020, Miley Cyrus's divorce from Liam Hemsworth was finalized, officially ending their marriage.
April 2020: Donation to Healthcare Workers and Viva Glam Campaign
In April 2020, Miley Cyrus and her boyfriend Cody Simpson donated 120 tacos to healthcare workers amid the COVID-19 pandemic. That same month, she partnered with MAC Cosmetics's annual Viva Glam campaign to donate $10 million toward 250 local organizations heavily impacted by the pandemic.
August 14, 2020: Release of "Midnight Sky"
On August 14, 2020, Miley Cyrus released "Midnight Sky", the lead single from her seventh studio album. She also confirmed the cancellation of the EPs She Is Here and She Is Everything.
August 2020: Split Up with Cody Simpson and Released "Midnight Sky"
In August 2020, Miley Cyrus announced that she and Cody Simpson had split up. Her announcement coincided with the release of her single "Midnight Sky", which was inspired by her breakups with Hemsworth, Carter, and Simpson.
October 2020: Teasing Metallica Cover Album
In October 2020, Miley Cyrus teased a Metallica cover album and had already performed "Nothing Else Matters" live during her set at Glastonbury.
November 7, 2020: "Party in the U.S.A." Sung at Times Square After Biden's Election
On November 7, 2020, after major news outlets announced Joe Biden as the winner of the presidential race, supporters in New York City started singing Miley Cyrus's "Party in the U.S.A." at Times Square.
November 27, 2020: Release of Plastic Hearts
On November 27, 2020, Miley Cyrus released her seventh studio album, Plastic Hearts, to positive reviews. It debuted at number two on the Billboard 200.
2020: Release of Plastic Hearts
In 2020, Miley Cyrus explored rock genres on her album Plastic Hearts.
2020: Switched to Pescatarian Diet
In 2020, Miley Cyrus switched to a pescatarian diet after suffering from omega-3 deficiency, citing the need to reintroduce fish into her diet for proper brain function.
2020: Webby Special Achievement Award
In 2020, Miley Cyrus won a Webby Special Achievement Award.
2020: Happy Hippie encouraged its Instagram followers to seek out VoteRiders
Leading up to the 2020 presidential election, Happy Hippie encouraged its Instagram followers to seek out VoteRiders for assistance ensuring that gender identity would not affect their right to vote.
February 2021: TikTok Tailgate Performance
In February 2021, Miley Cyrus performed at the first TikTok Tailgate show in Tampa for vaccinated healthcare workers, which served as a pre-show before Super Bowl LV.
March 2021: Signing with Columbia Records and Hannah Montana Anniversary
In March 2021, Miley Cyrus signed with Columbia Records and also wrote an open letter to Hannah Montana on social media for the show's 15th anniversary.
April 3, 2021: Performance at NCAA March Madness Final Four
On April 3, 2021, Miley Cyrus performed at the NCAA March Madness Final Four in Indianapolis, with frontline healthcare workers in the audience.
April 23, 2021: Release of "Without You" Remix
On April 23, 2021, The Kid Laroi released a remix of his song "Without You" featuring Miley Cyrus, marking her first release under Columbia Records.
May 2021: NBCUniversal Deal
In May 2021, Miley Cyrus signed an overall deal with NBCUniversal including a first-look deal with her studio Hopetown Entertainment.
2021: Summer Music Festivals
During the summer of 2021, Miley Cyrus headlined several music festivals in the country, including Austin City Limits, Lollapalooza, and Music Midtown.
2021: Began Dating Maxx Morando
In 2021, Miley Cyrus began dating American musician Maxx Morando, who worked as a producer on her 2023 album, Endless Summer Vacation.
2021: Hosting Miley's New Year's Eve Party
In 2021, Miley Cyrus began hosting the holiday special Miley's New Year's Eve Party.
2021: Revision of ranking
In 2021, Vulture revised its ranking of Disney and Nickelodeon Stars Gone Pop, naming her as one of the few child stars with a successful music career as an adult, calling her "the archetype for Disney 2.0 stars" who "picked up the child-star trap of getting pigeonholed and set it on fire".
February 12, 2022: Super Bowl Music Fest Performance
On February 12, 2022, Miley Cyrus performed at the Super Bowl Music Fest at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, with the set list later released as part of her live album.
February 2022: Start of Attention Tour
In February 2022, Miley Cyrus embarked on her music festival concert tour, Attention Tour, in support of Plastic Hearts.
March 26, 2022: End of Attention Tour
On March 26, 2022, Miley Cyrus's music festival concert tour, Attention Tour, concluded.
April 1, 2022: Release of Attention: Miley Live
On April 1, 2022, Miley Cyrus released her third live album, Attention: Miley Live.
August 2022: Dolly Parton's Mountain Magic Christmas announcement
In August 2022, it was announced that Miley Cyrus would star in the Christmas television film Dolly Parton's Mountain Magic Christmas, produced by Dolly Parton for NBC.
2022: South America Tour Announcement
In 2021, Miley Cyrus revealed that she would tour South America for the first time in seven years in early 2022.
2022: Hosting Miley's New Year's Eve Party
In 2022, Miley Cyrus hosted the holiday special Miley's New Year's Eve Party.
2022: Teasing new music
In late 2022, Miley Cyrus and Mike Will Made It teased new music to be released in 2023, including the announcement of the single "Flowers" during Miley's New Year's Eve Party.
January 13, 2023: Release of "Flowers"
On January 13, 2023, Miley Cyrus released her single, "Flowers," which debuted at number one on various charts.
March 10, 2023: Release of Endless Summer Vacation
On March 10, 2023, Miley Cyrus released her eighth studio album, Endless Summer Vacation.
March 13, 2023: Release of "River"
On March 13, 2023, Miley Cyrus released "River", the second single from her album Endless Summer Vacation.
March 2023: Launch of Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions)
In March 2023, Miley Cyrus launched Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions), a Disney+ concert special where she performed eight tracks from Endless Summer Vacation and a rendition of "The Climb".
March 2023: Demo version of "Flowers" released; "Flowers" certified platinum
In March 2023, a demo version of "Flowers" was released by Miley Cyrus, and in March 2025, "Flowers" was certified seven-times platinum by the RIAA.
April 2023: Release of "Jaded"
In April 2023, Miley Cyrus released "Jaded", which peaked at number 56, as the third single from Endless Summer Vacation.
August 2023: Airing of Updated Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions) on ABC
In August 2023, an updated version of Miley Cyrus's Disney+ concert special, Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions), aired on ABC, coinciding with her single "Used to Be Young".
August 24, 2023: Premiere of Endless Summer Vacation: Continued
On August 24, 2023, an updated version of Miley Cyrus's Disney+ special, titled Endless Summer Vacation: Continued (Backyard Sessions), premiered on ABC.
2023: Release of Endless Summer Vacation
In 2023, Miley Cyrus released her eighth studio album, Endless Summer Vacation, featuring the hit single "Flowers".
2023: "Pop Chameleon" Nickname and Billboard Recognition
In 2023, Miley Cyrus was nicknamed the "Pop Chameleon" by media and various publications. The Hollywood Reporter named Cyrus as one of its "Platinum Players" in music. Billboard included Cyrus in its "Greatest Pop Stars of 2023" listicle, naming her the "Comeback Artist of the Year" due to the success of "Flowers".
February 2024: Appearance in "Drive-Away Dolls"
In February 2024, Miley Cyrus made a cameo appearance as Tiffany Plastercaster in the Ethan Coen-directed comedy road film, Drive-Away Dolls.
March 1, 2024: Release of "Doctor (Work It Out)" featuring Pharrell Williams
On March 1, 2024, "Doctor (Work It Out)", a collaboration between Miley Cyrus and Pharrell Williams, was released. The track was originally an outtake from Cyrus's 2013 album Bangerz, leaked online in 2017, and reworked before its official release.
March 2024: Miley Cyrus Bratz Doll
In March 2024, to commemorate the 65th anniversary of International Women's Day, Miley Cyrus was one of a number of celebrities who had their likeness turned into a Bratz doll.
April 2024: Release of "II Most Wanted" with Beyoncé
In April 2024, Miley Cyrus was featured on the duet "II Most Wanted" from Beyoncé's album Cowboy Carter. It was released as the album's third single and achieved top ten positions in the US, the UK, and on the Global 200.
May 2024: Featured on Talking Heads Tribute Album
In May 2024, Miley Cyrus was one of 16 acts featured on the Talking Heads tribute album, Everyone's Getting Involved: A Tribute to Talking Heads' Stop Making Sense, providing a synth-driven dance-pop rendition of the band's song "Psycho Killer".
2024: Foundation renamed Miley Cyrus Foundation
In 2024, Miley Cyrus announced that the foundation would be renamed as Miley Cyrus Foundation.
2024: Performance at Gucci Summer Celebration
In 2024, Miley Cyrus performed a "slowed-down" version of "Flowers" during a private celebration at the Gucci Summer Celebration at Chateau Marmont.
2024: Grammy Awards
In 2024, Miley Cyrus won her first two Grammy Awards at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards.
2024: Disney Legends Award
In 2024, at age 31, Miley Cyrus became the youngest recipient of the Disney Legends award, for her outstanding contributions to the Walt Disney Company. In the same year, Billboard ranked her number 15 on its "Greatest Pop Stars of the 21st Century".
February 2025: Performance on SNL50 Anniversary Special
In February 2025, Miley Cyrus performed "Flowers" and covers of "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" and "Nothing Compares 2 U" with Brittany Howard on SNL50: The Homecoming Concert and Saturday Night Live 50th Anniversary Special.
May 2025: TikTok Listening Party at Chateau Marmont
In May 2025, Miley Cyrus hosted a TikTok listening party at Chateau Marmont for approximately 100 fans, featuring new tracks from Something Beautiful and a live debut of "The Climb".
May 30, 2025: Release of "Something Beautiful" Album
On May 30, 2025, Miley Cyrus's ninth studio album, Something Beautiful, was released. She described the album as "hypnotic" and an attempt to medicate a sick culture through music.
June 6, 2025: Premiere of "Something Beautiful" Musical Film
On June 6, 2025, the musical film "Something Beautiful", written and directed by Miley Cyrus, Jacob Bixenman, and Brendan Walter, premiered during the Tribeca Festival as a visual companion to the album.
June 2025: Billions Club Live Concert Film Release
In June 2025, Billions Club Live with Miley Cyrus: A Concert Film, documenting her June 2025 Paris concert for Spotify, was released on the platform.
September 19, 2025: Release of Deluxe Edition of "Something Beautiful"
On September 19, 2025, the deluxe edition of Miley Cyrus' album Something Beautiful was released.
December 2, 2025: Reported Engagement to Maxx Morando
On December 2, 2025, it was reported that Miley Cyrus and Maxx Morando are engaged, marking a new chapter in her personal life.
December 2025: Release of "Dream as One" for Avatar: Fire and Ash soundtrack
In December 2025, Miley Cyrus released the song "Dream as One" for the soundtrack to Avatar: Fire and Ash. The song was later nominated for Best Original Song at the 83rd Golden Globes.
2025: Billboard Ranking
In 2025, Billboard ranked Miley Cyrus twenty-first on its "Top Artists of the 21st Century" list, and ninth on its "Top 100 Women Artists of the 21st Century" list.
2025: Release of Something Beautiful
In 2025, Miley Cyrus is slated to release the visual album Something Beautiful.
2025: Golden Globe Nomination
In 2025, Miley Cyrus received a Golden Globe nomination in the Best Original Song category with the song "Beautiful That Way" for the movie The Last Showgirl.
March 2026: Planned Hannah Montana Tribute Show
In March 2026, Miley Cyrus is planning a major 20th-anniversary tribute show for Hannah Montana, potentially featuring a special concert at Madison Square Garden.
March 24, 2026: Release of Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special
On March 24, 2026, the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special, executive produced by and featuring Miley Cyrus, was released on Disney+. Cyrus performed a new Hannah Montana song, "Younger You", during the special.
April 17, 2026: Release of "Younger You" Duet with Lainey Wilson
On April 17, 2026, a duet version of the song "Younger You" featuring Miley Cyrus and Lainey Wilson, was released.
May 2026: Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
In May 2026, Miley Cyrus received her own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as a recognition of her success.
2026: Golden Globe Nomination
In 2026, Miley Cyrus received a Golden Globe nomination in the Best Original Song category with the song "Dream As One" for the movie Avatar: Fire and Ash.
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