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Miley Cyrus Drops Surname, Adopting Single Name Professionally
Pop star Miley Cyrus has officially discontinued the use of her family surname, now performing and releasing music solely under the name Miley. Her father, Billy Ray Cyrus, publicly supported the decision as a natural step in her artistic journey.
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hollywood-reporterMostly Factual4h ago
Billy Ray Cyrus Says Miley Dropping Last Name Is a “Natural Progression for an Iconic Superstar Legend”
The Grammy winner shifted her social media users to merely "Miley," cutting the "Cyrus."
By McKinley Franklin
Read full article →billboardMostly Factual5h ago
Here’s How Billy Ray Cyrus Really Feels About Miley Dropping ‘Cyrus’ From Her Name
"Family means more than ever now," the country star began his message.
By Hannah Dailey
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First report: der-spiegel · 2 Sept, 06:22|Full coverage: 5 · 13h|Window: 13h
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