Miley Cyrus has revealed that she and her father, Billy Ray Cyrus, are no longer estranged, marking a significant step forward in their relationship. In a candid interview with The New York Times, the pop star expressed her newfound appreciation for her parents as individuals rather than just caregivers.
She also acknowledged the emotional complexities that came with witnessing her mother’s pain during her parents’ marriage, especially given the challenges of being married to someone in the music industry while not being a part of it herself.
Miley Learns to Separate Parents’ Happiness from Past Pain and Family Changes
Miley admitted she had internalized some of her mother Tish Cyrus’ emotional struggles, saying she “owned a lot of her pain.” However, she has since reached a place where she can accept both parents’ new lives and romantic relationships. Tish is now married to actor Dominic Purcell, while Billy Ray recently began dating actress Elizabeth Hurley following his split from Firerose. Miley noted that seeing both parents find happiness has helped her love them separately and maturely, no longer tied to the expectations of them as a couple.
Miley Cyrus Rebuilds Bond With Billy Ray While Embracing Family Change and Emotional GrowthThe Cyrus family has undergone major changes since Billy Ray and Tish’s divorce in 2022, after nearly 30 years of marriage. They share three children together — Miley, Braison, and Noah — and Billy Ray also adopted Tish’s children, Brandi and Trace. While both parents have since pursued new relationships, including two new marriages, not all of them have lasted. Miley acknowledged the shift as part of her journey toward emotional maturity and a deeper understanding of her family dynamic.
Miley Embraces Public Scrutiny with Resilience, Empathy, and Protective Love for Family
When asked how she handles family drama in the public eye, Miley highlighted how rapidly public attention shifts in today’s media cycle. Unlike in the 1990s, when tabloid scandals could linger for months or even years, viral culture now moves quickly from one headline to the next. She acknowledged that while the visibility of her family’s struggles can be tough, particularly for her siblings who didn’t choose life in the spotlight, she has learned to navigate it with growing resilience and empathy.
Ultimately, Miley accepts the scrutiny that comes with her life in the spotlight. While she feels protective of her family and acknowledges the discomfort of public judgment, she believes the benefits of her career and lifestyle outweigh the challenges. “If this is the symptom,” she concluded, referring to the occasional embarrassment, “then that’s something I’m willing to take to have the life that we have.” Her perspective reflects a balance of personal growth, empathy, and acceptance of her family’s evolving story.