Miley Cyrus

Biography

Miley Ray Cyrus, originally named Destiny Hope Cyrus, was born on November 23, 1992, in the United States. As a versatile singer, songwriter, and actress, she is often called the "Pop Chameleon" for her ability to evolve artistically throughout her career. Rising to fame as the "Teen Queen" of the 2000s, Cyrus is celebrated for successfully transitioning from a child star to an accomplished adult artist.

The daughter of country musician Billy Ray Cyrus and one of six siblings, Miley became a household name through her role as Hannah Montana on Disney Channel from 2006 to 2011. The show's success translated into two number-one soundtracks and the hit single "He Could Be the One." Her early solo career yielded chart-topping albums like Meet Miley Cyrus (2007) and Breakout (2008), featuring popular tracks such as "See You Again" and "7 Things." The EP The Time of Our Lives (2009) included the iconic "Party in the U.S.A.," achieving diamond certification.

Cyrus's music took a bold turn with her 2013 album Bangerz, which included hits like "We Can't Stop" and her first U.S. number-one single, "Wrecking Ball." She continued to explore diverse genres with subsequent albums, including the rock-influenced Plastic Hearts (2020) and the acclaimed Endless Summer Vacation (2023), featuring the record-setting single "Flowers."

In addition to her music career, Miley has appeared in films such as Bolt (2008) and The Last Song (2010), and has made notable television contributions, including coaching on The Voice and producing the documentary Miley: The Movement. She also founded the Happy Hippie Foundation in 2014, advocating for homeless and LGBTQ+ youth.