About
Miley Cyrus, a renowned pop singer and actress, hails from Nashville, Tennessee. Born Destiny Hope Cyrus on November 22, 1992, she spent her early years on a farm in Franklin, Tennessee before moving to Toronto, Canada at the age of eight. Her father, Billy Ray Cyrus, a well-known country music singer, sparked her interest in the performing arts.
Before Fame
Inspired by her father's acting career, Miley made her debut on his television series, Doc, at the tender age of nine. A visit to the musical Mama Mia! further fueled her passion for acting and singing.
Initially aspiring to play Lilly, Hannah Montana's best friend, Miley sent an audition tape to Disney for the lead role. Despite being initially rejected due to her age, her persistence paid off, and she landed the coveted role.
Career Highlights and Net Worth
The Disney Channel TV show Hannah Montana, where she played the lead, catapulted her to fame. She also gained recognition as a singer under the Hannah Montana moniker, later transitioning to Miley Cyrus.
Miley's father, Billy Ray Cyrus, is best known for his country song "Achy Breaky Heart" and has had numerous other hit songs and albums. He has also ventured into acting, appearing on Dancing with the Stars.
Throughout her career, Miley has released several albums under both her name and the Hannah Montana persona. These include Hannah Montana (2006), Hannah Montana 2 (2007), Hannah Montana: The Movie (2009), Hannah Montana 3 (2009), Hannah Montana Forever (2010), Meet Miley Cyrus (2007), Breakout (2008), Can't be Tamed (2010), and more. Being one of the most successful personalities, Miley has racked up a massive fortune. Miley has estimated net worth of $160 Million as of 2025.
Some interesting facts about Miley Cyrus:
- Her godmother is the legendary entertainer Dolly Parton.
- She changed her middle name to Ray in honor of her grandfather.
- The original name for Hannah Montana was Chloe Stewart, but it was changed to Miley Stewart after Miley won the role.
- Miley is a nickname she earned as a baby due to her constant smiling.
- She also lent her voice to the character Penny in the movie Bolt.