Miley Drops Cyrus, Honors Dolly | Country Music News

Miley Cyrus has dropped the “Cyrus” from her name — across social media, her website, and her new album — becoming simply Miley. While she hasn’t explained why, the timing feels intentional: just days after the death of her godmother Dolly Parton, Miley’s representatives say this fresh start honors Dolly’s profound influence. Their bond, forged since Miley’s childhood and deepened during Hannah Montana, was unique — Dolly treated her like a daughter, and they chose each other. Though Miley’s relationship with her father Billy Ray has healed over time, his quiet acknowledgment of Dolly’s legacy in his response to her name change hints at deeper meaning. Was it tribute? Coincidence? Or a bold step toward embracing her own identity — free from labels, even her last name — inspired by the woman who shaped her early life? Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/832e6c3dd672a678