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Billy Ray Cyrus Reacts to Miley Dropping Her Last Name
Billy Ray Cyrus said family now means more than ever after praising Miley’s choice to go by her first name on Instagram.
- On Wednesday, September 2, Billy Ray Cyrus shared his support for daughter Miley Cyrus, who recently dropped her surname from social media to become just "Miley" as she launches her next career chapter.
- This shift follows the pair's reconciliation after a period of estrangement, which Miley previously addressed in a March 2025 statement, emphasizing that family is now her priority above all else as they focus on healing.
- Billy Ray compared the change to icons known by one name, including Dolly Parton and Cher, adding he previously wished his record label had allowed him to use only "CYRUS" professionally in 1992.
- Miley is preparing to release her 10th studio album, Bass Persuades, on September 18, while also collaborating with her father on the Disney Hannah Montana 20th anniversary special.
- Reconciliation remains the family's priority, with Miley describing her recent music as a peace offering for "someone I had lost for a time but always loved." The name change reflects this renewed focus.
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