Pop sensation Miley recently caused a stir by removing “Cyrus” from her social media handles. Speculations arose about the reason behind this move. Was it a tribute to her godmother, Dolly Parton, or a fallout with her father, Billy Ray Cyrus? Some wondered if it was linked to her upcoming album release.
Billy Ray Cyrus addressed the confusion in a social media post, revealing that he always referred to his daughter as Miley. Originally named Destiny Hope Cyrus, she earned the nickname “Smiley” as a baby due to her constant smiling, which later evolved into Miley. Billy Ray also shared how he introduced Miley to Dolly Parton, who became her godmother.
Both Billy Ray and Miley expressed sorrow over the recent passing of Dolly Parton, highlighting the importance of family during this time. Billy Ray supported Miley’s decision to use a single name for her artistic endeavors, drawing parallels to iconic stars like Cher, Elvis, and Prince.
The adjustment in Miley’s name does not signify a legal change but rather a rebranding. Her upcoming album, “Bass Persuades,” is set for release on Sept. 18, with two concerts scheduled at the Hollywood Bowl in October. Miley, excited about performing in Los Angeles, shared her anticipation on Instagram, emphasizing her connection to the city.