Miley Cyrus
Miley Cyrus is an American singer and actress who rose to fame as a teenager on the Disney Channel series *Hannah Montana* (2006–2011), playing a pop star with a secret identity.
Her transition to adult performer—marked by provocative performances and the 2013 hit "Wrecking Ball"—made her a symbol of child stars shedding wholesome images.
She remains a prominent figure in pop music: That song is giving Miley Cyrus.
Dance emphasizing buttock movement
- provocativeMeant to provoke response
- polarizingCausing sharp division
- foam fingerInflated sports souvenir digit
- tongueOral muscle for taste
Robin Thicke · tabloid · scandalous · boundary-pushing · backlash · Vanity Fair · nude scenes · outspoken
Youth-oriented cable broadcaster
- alter egoA secondary persona
- secret identityUndisclosed true self
- double lifeSecret parallel identity
- wigArtificial head covering
sitcom · Malibu · soundtrack · teen idol · The Climb
Thorough change in form
- evolutionSpecies changing over generations
- rebrandingRevising corporate identity
- metamorphosisProfound biological restructuring
- child starFamous young entertainer
haircut · pixie cut · punk era · country roots · maturation · chameleon · versatility
Upward struggle toward goals
- MalibuAffluent coastal California city
- vocalsSung musical parts
- BillboardLarge outdoor advertising display
- hit singleCommercially successful song
music video · album · Grammy nomination · duets · cover songs
Support for sexual minorities
- homeless youthYoung people lacking shelter
- activismDirect effort for reform
- charityVoluntary aid for others
- gender identityInner sense of self-classification
equality · nonprofit · awareness · fundraising · outreach · ally · inclusivity
twerking
Dance emphasizing buttock movement
- provocativeMeant to provoke response
- polarizingCausing sharp division
- foam fingerInflated sports souvenir digit
Robin Thicke · tongue · tabloid · scandalous · boundary-pushing · backlash · Vanity Fair · nude scenes · outspoken · rebellious
Disney Channel
Youth-oriented cable broadcaster
- alter egoA secondary persona
- secret identityUndisclosed true self
- double lifeSecret parallel identity
transformation
Thorough change in form
- evolutionSpecies changing over generations
- rebrandingRevising corporate identity
- metamorphosisProfound biological restructuring
child star · haircut · pixie cut · punk era · country roots · maturation · chameleon · versatility
The Climb
Upward struggle toward goals
- MalibuAffluent coastal California city
- vocalsSung musical parts
- BillboardLarge outdoor advertising display
hit single · music video · album · Grammy nomination · duets · cover songs
Tennessee
Sixteenth state admitted
LGBTQ advocacy
Support for sexual minorities
- homeless youthYoung people lacking shelter
- activismDirect effort for reform
- charityVoluntary aid for others
gender identity · equality · nonprofit · awareness · fundraising · outreach · ally · inclusivity
- Female SingersAdele, Aretha Franklin, Beyonce, Celine Dion, Cher
- Disney StarsSelena Gomez, Demi Lovato, Zac Efron, Vanessa Hudgens, Hilary Duff
- Pop StarsTaylor Swift, Ariana Grande, Justin Bieber, Britney Spears, Katy Perry
- Solo ArtistsTaylor Swift, Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Madonna, Cher
- 2013Boston Marathon bombing, Edward Snowden, NSA leaks, government shutdown, Harlem Shake
- Nepo BabiesDakota Johnson, Hailey Bieber, Kendall Jenner, Kylie Jenner, Gigi Hadid
Miley CyrusHilary Duff
Selena Gomez · Donny Osmond · Shirley Temple · Marie Osmond · Mandy Moore
Miley CyrusCarrie Underwood
Susan Boyle · Pat Boone · Marie Osmond · Taylor Swift · Celine Dion
Miley CyrusPat Boone
Kirk Cameron · Carrie Underwood · Priscilla Presley · Kathie Lee Gifford · Tim Tebow