Miley Cyrus

Miley Cyrus (born Destiny Hope Cyrus on November 23, 1992) is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She is widely recognized as one of the few child stars who have successfully transitioned to a prominent musical career in adulthood. The daughter of country singer Billy Ray Cyrus, she rose to fame at age 13 as the lead character in the Disney Channel television series *Hannah Montana* (2006–2011). In this role, she achieved significant success, with two number-one soundtracks and a US top-ten single on the Billboard charts.

Early Life and Career

Born Destiny Hope Cyrus, Miley Cyrus legally changed her name to Miley Ray Cyrus in 2008. The middle name "Ray" honors her grandfather, Democratic politician Ronald Ray Cyrus, who was from Kentucky. Her godmother is singer-songwriter Dolly Parton, a figure who has been a source of inspiration and support throughout her career.

Transition to Solo Career

Following the conclusion of *Hannah Montana*, Miley Cyrus began to explore a more mature artistic identity, gradually shifting away from the teen idol persona. This transition marked the beginning of her solo career, which has since encompassed a diverse range of musical styles and thematic explorations.

Additional Information

For further reading on Miley Cyrus's perspectives and public statements, see: - [[[Miley Cyrus]] says she might've](https://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/miley-cyrus-says-she-mightve-141701598.html) - [[[Miley Cyrus]] message to women](https://www.breitbart.com/entertainment/2019/10/21/miley-cyrus-message-to-women-you-dont-have-to-be-gay-there-are-good-people-with-dicks-out-there/) - [The state of play](https://avoiceformen.com/featured/the-state-of-play-2/)

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