Miley Cyrus, the pop sensation known for her chart-topping hits and headline-making personal life, is once again rewriting the rules—this time when it comes to her wedding. After a whirlwind engagement to musician Maxx Morando in December 2025, the couple has made it clear that their upcoming nuptials will be anything but a Hollywood spectacle. Instead, they’re planning a small, intimate ceremony that puts love and meaning front and center, challenging the expectations often associated with celebrity unions.
According to People Magazine, the decision to keep things low-key comes straight from the heart—especially from Maxx Morando, who’s known for his intensely private nature. An exclusive source shared, “Maxx is extremely private, and that’s just not who he is. When they do get married, it will be something smaller and meaningful to them. Not a big Hollywood production.” This sentiment is echoed by Miley herself, who appears to be relishing this new chapter in her life. “She really loves her life right now,” the insider continued, emphasizing how everything seems to be falling perfectly into place for the 33-year-old singer.
The couple’s approach is a refreshing twist in an era where celebrity weddings often resemble grand productions. Instead of a massive guest list and endless media coverage, Miley and Maxx are focused on sharing their special day with their closest loved ones. This trend, which sees A-listers opting for more personal and meaningful celebrations, is gaining traction—and Miley and Maxx are at the forefront.
Their love story is as unconventional as their wedding plans. The pair first met on a blind date in December 2021, during the NBC taping of Miley’s New Year’s Eve Party in Miami. Miley later recounted the experience to British Vogue in June 2023: “Well, it was blind for me and not really for him. I thought, ‘The worst that can happen is I leave.’” Their romance, which became public in April 2022 when they were spotted kissing in West Hollywood, has been marked by a shared commitment to privacy and authenticity.
For Miley, the engagement itself was full of surprises. Speaking to Good Morning America on December 3, 2025, she described how Maxx managed to keep his proposal completely under wraps—a remarkable feat given her well-known love of being in control. The proposal took place in Japan, a country Miley had deliberately avoided visiting, hoping to save it for a truly special occasion. “I actually had never gone to Japan,” she explained, “because I wanted to preserve its specialness for the right moment.” The magical moment, set against the backdrop of an exclusive venue, left Miley genuinely surprised and touched.
The engagement ring itself is a testament to the couple’s taste for understated elegance. Designed by Jacquie Aiche, the bespoke piece features a cushion-cut natural diamond set on a 14-karat yellow gold band. Miley first showed off the ring on her Instagram during her birthday celebrations on November 23, 2025, delighting fans with its unique and elegant design. Interestingly, some reports, such as those from BollywoodShaadis, described the stone as a princess-cut diamond, but the consensus from sources like Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar confirms the cushion-cut detail.
The official engagement announcement came on December 1-2, 2025, at the Avatar Fire and Ash premiere. Yet, true to their style, Miley and Maxx kept the news low-key. It wasn’t until Maxx’s father posted a congratulatory message on Instagram, complete with heart, ring, and champagne emojis, that the rumors were truly confirmed. This subtle approach to such a major life event speaks volumes about the couple’s priorities.
Maxx Morando, at 27, is six years Miley’s junior—a detail that’s sparked plenty of conversation but seems to matter little to the couple themselves. Born on November 16, 1998, in Los Angeles, Maxx is best known as the drummer and founding member of the post-punk rock band Liily. Before Liily, he played drums for The Regrettes from 2015 to 2018, and he’s since expanded his repertoire into producing and songwriting, even collaborating with Miley herself. His estimated net worth of $3 million reflects his growing influence in the alternative music scene, and his versatility as a musician is widely respected.
Despite their age difference, sources consistently describe Miley and Maxx’s relationship as deeply respectful and loving. The pair’s mutual desire for privacy and genuine connection has set the tone for their romance. Their relationship stands in stark contrast to Miley’s previous high-profile marriage to actor Liam Hemsworth. The two married in December 2019 after years of an on-and-off relationship but separated within eight months, finalizing their divorce after just over a year. Miley once reflected on that chapter, saying, “There was too much conflict. When I come home, I want to be anchored by someone. I don’t get off on drama or fighting.”
For Miley, whose real name is Destiny Cyrus—a fact she revealed in a 2008 interview with Entertainment Tonight—this new relationship marks a return to authenticity. Her nickname “Miley” was derived from “Smiley,” a moniker she earned as a cheerful child. Born to country music star Billy Ray Cyrus and Tish Cyrus-Purcell, Miley has spent her entire life in the public eye, from her Disney Channel days as Hannah Montana to her reinvention as a Grammy-winning artist. Now, as she prepares to possibly reprise her iconic role, the buzz around her personal life has never been louder.
Yet, in the midst of all this attention, Miley and Maxx are determined to keep their wedding—and their love—rooted in what matters most to them. The couple’s timeline for tying the knot remains under wraps, and there’s no word yet on an exact date. But one thing’s for sure: when Miley and Maxx do walk down the aisle, it’ll be on their own terms, surrounded by the people who mean the most to them, and far away from the glare of the paparazzi.
As fans eagerly await more details, the couple’s commitment to privacy and authenticity offers a refreshing reminder that sometimes, the best celebrations are the ones shared with just a few—and that love, in its purest form, needs no audience.