Pop sensation Miley recently caused a stir by removing “Cyrus” from her social media handles earlier this week. Speculation arose about the reason behind this move. Was it a reflection of her grief over her honorary godmother, Dolly Parton? Had she encountered a rift with her renowned father, country star Billy Ray Cyrus? Or was it linked to her forthcoming album release?
Billy Ray Cyrus has now addressed the confusion in a social media post. He shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, revealing that he has always referred to his daughter as Miley. Originally named Destiny Hope Cyrus, Miley earned her nickname due to her constant smiling as a baby, a name that stuck over time.
During Miley’s early years, Billy Ray Cyrus introduced her to country music legend Dolly Parton, whom he befriended while touring as her opening act. He even asked Parton to be Miley’s godmother. Both Billy Ray and Miley have publicly mourned the recent passing of Parton.
On the day of Dolly Parton’s demise, Billy Ray Cyrus, now 65, emphasized the significance of family and expressed support for Miley’s decision to perform under a single name. He referenced iconic artists like Dolly and Cher, highlighting the natural progression for a legendary superstar.
While Miley’s social media update does not indicate an official name change, it appears to be part of a rebranding effort. Her upcoming album, “Bass Persuades,” is scheduled for release on September 18, with two concerts at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles in October. Miley shared her excitement about performing in L.A., a place she holds dear, on Instagram this week.
