Miley Cyrus, born Destiny Hope Cyrus on November 23, 1992, is a multifaceted American entertainer renowned as an actress, singer and songwriter.
Best known for her starring role in Disney’s Hannah Montana, Cyrus began her career with minor roles in television and film.
Beyond acting, Cyrus has solidified her place in the music industry with eight studio albums, including hits like Meet Miley Cyrus, Bangerz and Plastic Hearts.
In 2024, she earned her first Grammy Award for Flowers, followed by a third in 2025 for II Most Wanted with Beyoncé.
Parents
Miley’s parents are Leticia “Tish” Jean Cyrus and country singer Billy Ray Cyrus. Tish and Billy Ray married in December 1993.
As a baby, Miley smiled a lot, so her parents called her “Smiley,” which later became “Miley.”
Tish had two kids, Trace and Brandi, from a past marriage to Baxter Neal Helson. When Tish and Billy Ray got married, Billy Ray adopted them.
Billy Ray also has a son named Christopher Cody from a previous relationship with Kristin Luckey. Together, Billy Ray and Tish have three children: Miley, Braison, and Noah.
Miley has talked about her relationships with both of her parents. She sees her mom as her hero, admiring her strength and self-worth.
Career
Cyrus has built a successful career as both an actress and singer, beginning with her breakout role in Hannah Montana.
Her journey has led her to be recognized as a prominent pop icon.
Cyrus has released eight albums, achieving commercial success with projects like Meet Miley Cyrus and Bangerz.
Cyrus gained fame as the star of Hannah Montana from 2006 to 2011. As Hannah Montana, she topped the Billboard charts with two number-one soundtracks.
She transitioned to a solo music career with albums like Meet Miley Cyrus and Breakout, both of which reached the top of the US charts.
Her EP The Time of Our Lives included the hit “Party in the U.S.A.,” which has been certified 14-times platinum in the US.
Her 2013 album Bangerz marked a shift towards hip-hop influences, with hits like “We Can’t Stop” and “Wrecking Ball.” The latter became her first Billboard Hot 100 number-one.
Cyrus experimented with various genres in subsequent albums like Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz, Younger Now, and Plastic Hearts.
In 2023, she released Endless Summer Vacation, which included the hit single “Flowers,” which later earned her two Grammy Awards.
As for awards, Cyrus won her first Grammy Awards in 2024 for “Flowers,” earning Record of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance.
In 2025, she secured a third Grammy for Best Country Duo/Group Performance for “II Most Wanted” with Beyoncé.
In addition to her Grammy wins, Cyrus has received six Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards, multiple Teen Choice Awards, and a People’s Choice Award. She has also won Billboard Music Awards for “Wrecking Ball”.
Cyrus is also the youngest person to receive the honor of being named a Disney Legend.
