Childhood and Education Journey of Miley Cyrus in Timeline
An overview of the childhood and early education of Miley Cyrus, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.
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.
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: 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.
2005: Move to Los Angeles
In 2005, the Cyrus family moved to Los Angeles when Miley Cyrus was cast in Hannah Montana.
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.
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.
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.
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: 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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: End of Hannah Montana
In 2011, the Disney Channel television series Hannah Montana concluded, after running for five years.
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.
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.
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: 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: 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.
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: 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: 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: References to Tibetan Buddhism
In 2015, Miley Cyrus included references to Tibetan Buddhism in her song "Milky Milky Milk", showing her evolving spiritual interests.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
September 2019: Dated Kaitlynn Carter
From August to September 2019, Miley Cyrus dated Kaitlynn Carter, following her separation from 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: 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: 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.
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.
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: 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.
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.
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.
2024: Foundation renamed Miley Cyrus Foundation
In 2024, Miley Cyrus announced that the foundation would be renamed as Miley Cyrus Foundation.
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.
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