Miley Cyrus Slams Mom Tish’s Dating Advice: ‘She Wanted Me to Stay with the Wrong Guy
I’m Sage Matthews, a cynical observer who’s seen it all go downhill. As I scroll through the latest celebrity news at 2 AM, shaking my head and muttering, “Of course this happened,” I’m reminded that family dynamics are often more toxic than a bad reality TV show. The latest example? Miley Cyrus calling out her mom, Tish Cyrus, for terrible dating advice.
Miley Cyrus recently opened up about her mom’s influence on her past relationships, including her decade-long romance with Liam Hemsworth. In a joint interview with New York magazine’s The Cut alongside Tish and sisters Brandi Cyrus and Noah Cyrus, Miley revealed that her mom’s advice often prioritized physical attraction over respect and compatibility. “Mom’s always wanted me to stay with the wrong guy,” Miley said. “’Cause they’re hot.” It’s a sentiment that’s both shocking and unsurprising, given the Cyrus family’s history of complicated relationships.
Miley, who has been dating Maxx Morando since 2021, credits herself with learning from her mom’s mistakes and finding a healthy relationship. “I ended up with a person who means a lot to me and treats me really well and respects me,” she explained. “I had to learn that the hard way because my mommy taught me the wrong way and then I had to learn the right way by myself.” This self-awareness is admirable, but it’s also a sad commentary on the state of Tish’s parenting.
Tish’s daughters have not been shy about giving their own advice to their mom, particularly when it comes to her relationships. Brandi previously expressed concerns about Tish rushing into her marriage to Dominic Purcell, which came 16 months after her divorce from Billy Ray Cyrus was finalized. “I did tell you, you were rushing marriage a little bit,” Brandi said during a joint appearance with Tish on the July 15 episode of Harry Jowsey’s Boyfriend Material podcast. “It scared me. I’m like we just got out of one marriage, why are we rushing into another?” It’s clear that the Cyrus family has a pattern of dysfunctional relationships and questionable decision-making.
The Cyrus family’s complicated history began with Billy Ray and Tish’s marriage in 2003. The couple already had a daughter, Destiny Hope Cyrus (Miley Cyrus), and Tish was pregnant with their son Braison Cyrus. Billy Ray also adopted Tish’s children from her previous marriage, Brandi and Trace Cyrus. The family’s dynamics have been scrutinized by the public and media for years, with Miley’s rise to fame as a Disney star and her subsequent struggles with identity and relationships.
In a bizarre twist, Tish’s wedding to Dominic Purcell has seemingly changed her approach to relationships. Miley credits her mom’s new partner with bringing out a more evolved and respectful approach to dating. “That’s because she found someone that is hot and respects her,” Miley added. “That’s always the goal.” It’s a goal that many people strive for, but it’s also a reminder that Tish’s previous priorities were misguided.
As I wrap up this article, I’m left wondering if the Cyrus family’s drama will ever end. One thing’s for sure: their complicated relationships and questionable decision-making make for juicy celebrity gossip. And who knows? Maybe someday they’ll figure out that family dynamics don’t have to be a toxic mess.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and E! Online, New York magazine’s The Cut, Harry Jowsey’s Boyfriend Material podcast
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