The Reluctant Icon: Miley Cyrus's Double Life in Focus Miley Cyrus's recent 20th anniversary special on Disney+ was a nostalgic throwback for fans of her iconic childhood role as Hannah Montana, but it also served as a poignant reminder of the performer's own complicated relationship with fame.
Her upcoming star on the Walk of Fame – an honor that feels long overdue – offers a glimpse into Cyrus's inner world. Growing up in the public eye can be a double edged sword.
Miley's parents, Billy Ray and Tish Cyrus, were both established artists themselves, which meant she was exposed to the industry from a young age.