Title: Miley Cyrus Opens Up about the Challenges of Finding Her True Identity and Past Relationship with Nick Jonas
Subtitle: The former Disney star reflects on the psychological impact of her alter ego and her tumultuous romance with the Jonas Brother
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In a recent interview with Howard Stern, Miley Cyrus, the former Disney star known for her role as Hannah Montana, opened up about her struggle to find her authentic self after the popular series came to an end in 2011. Miley also revealed the psychological toll of living in the shadow of her alter ego, Hannah Montana.
The 2009 big-screen release, “Hannah Montana: The Movie,” also had a significant impact on Miley’s journey of self-discovery. The actress admitted that a portion of her audience became so attached to the character Hannah, that it affected her perception of self-worth. Miley expressed her internal conflict, questioning if she was valuable as herself, rather than the fictional character she portrayed.
Miley candidly recounted, “The whole show’s premise was that when I had my normal hair and looked like myself, no one gave a s–t about me. And then when I got all dolled up and put a wig on, all of a sudden, you know, I’m being chased by people chasing my tour bus. So, that’s a lot to put on a kid…” She emphasized the psychological impact of being groomed to appear as someone she wasn’t, including the excessive use of makeup and wearing wigs at a young age.
Another significant aspect of Miley’s life was her relationship with Nick Jonas, a fellow Disney star. The pair met at a charity event in 2006 when they were both 13 years old. Miley described it as love at first sight, revealing their instant connection. In an interview with Seventeen in 2008, Miley gushed, “We became boyfriend and girlfriend the day we met.”
However, their young love faced challenges, and the couple broke up at one point. Miley confessed that she “bawled for a month straight” following their split. Despite their breakup, Miley still held strong feelings for Nick, stating, “Nick and I loved each other. We still do, but we were in love with each other.”
Interestingly, Miley’s relationship with Nick became the inspiration for one of her breakup anthems, “7 Things.” In the music video for the 2008 hit, Miley even wore the necklace Nick gave her. The couple briefly reunited in 2009 and collaborated on a song titled “Before the Storm,” which was released by The Jonas Brothers.
Miley’s journey of self-discovery and her past experiences shed light on the challenges faced by child stars, grappling with their identities in the face of immense fame. The star’s struggle to separate herself from Hannah Montana and navigate her romantic relationships reflects the complexities of growing up in the public eye.
As Miley continues to evolve as an artist and person, her candid revelations about her past serve as a testament to her courage to be authentic and embrace her true self, both on and off the stage.