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Miley Cyrus Ditches Surname Ahead of New Album, Father Billy Ray Voices Support
✍️ Outlook India
🗓 05 Sep 2026, 07:48 AM
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Pop star Miley Cyrus announced she will drop her last name and release her upcoming album under just 'Miley', with her father Billy Ray Cyrus publicly backing the decision.
Miley Cyrus revealed that she will no longer use her family name for her forthcoming record, opting to be credited simply as "Miley" when the album drops. The decision was disclosed in a recent statement ahead of the album's release schedule.
Her father, country‑music legend Billy Ray Cyrus, responded positively, saying he respects his daughter's artistic choice and stands behind her. He emphasized that the name change reflects her personal evolution and does not alter her talent.
Industry observers note that adopting a mononym is a common branding move among global pop artists, and Cyrus's shift is expected to generate discussion among fans and media alike as the new music approaches.
Her father, country‑music legend Billy Ray Cyrus, responded positively, saying he respects his daughter's artistic choice and stands behind her. He emphasized that the name change reflects her personal evolution and does not alter her talent.
Industry observers note that adopting a mononym is a common branding move among global pop artists, and Cyrus's shift is expected to generate discussion among fans and media alike as the new music approaches.