Miley Cyrus is once again at the center of family drama, as her mother, Tish Cyrus, briefly unfollowed her on Instagram just hours after ex-husband Billy Ray Cyrus hinted at a possible reunion with their daughter. On May 7, 2025, Billy Ray shared a nostalgic video of Miley singing and playing the piano, captioning it with, "Can’t wait to see this young lady. Crazy how time flies." This post sparked speculation among fans, particularly when they noticed that Tish had unfollowed Miley shortly after.
Fans quickly took to social media to express their concerns over the apparent rift, with an Access Miley fan account on X (formerly Twitter) noting the change in Tish's following list. However, a source later clarified to Page Six that the unfollow was unintentional, stating, "It was a glitch. There’s no drama." By the end of the evening, it appeared that Tish had refollowed Miley, alleviating some of the tension among fans.
The timing of Tish's unfollow raised eyebrows, especially given the ongoing complexities within the Cyrus family dynamics. Tish and Billy Ray officially divorced in 2022 after 30 years of marriage, a split that had already strained Miley's relationship with her father. In fact, insiders reported that the divorce significantly impacted Miley's bond with Billy Ray, making it difficult for them to connect.
During the 2024 Grammy Awards, Miley's relationship with her father became more public when she notably excluded him from her acceptance speech after winning Record of the Year for her hit song "Flowers." Instead, she attended the ceremony with Tish, further indicating where her loyalties lie.
Since the divorce, both Tish and Billy Ray have remarried. Tish tied the knot with actor Dominic Purcell in 2023, while Billy Ray briefly married singer Firerose before their quick divorce. The family drama escalated in early 2024 when Us Weekly reported that Noah Cyrus, Miley's younger sister, had been dating Purcell before Tish began pursuing him. This revelation reportedly caused further tension between Tish and Noah, although they appeared to reconcile recently, as they were spotted dancing together on TikTok in April 2025.
Adding another layer to the family saga, Billy Ray has been dating actress Elizabeth Hurley, who publicly supported Miley by liking her recent Instagram posts. This new relationship has prompted some fans to wonder if it could lead to a reconciliation between Miley and her father, especially given Billy Ray's recent emotional posts praising both Miley and Noah on social media.
In March 2025, Billy Ray expressed his feelings about his daughters in an Instagram post, stating, "You are witnessing in real time what it feels like for a Dad who with in less than one week's time has had his ass kicked and his mind blown by not one…but two of his own daughters @mileycyrus @noahcyrus." His words reflect a father grappling with the complexities of family relationships, which have been further complicated by romantic ties and personal conflicts.
As the Cyrus family navigates these public and personal challenges, fans remain invested in their story, hoping for reconciliation and healing. With Tish's brief unfollow of Miley now seemingly resolved, the question remains whether the family can truly mend their relationships or if the drama will continue to unfold.
In the midst of this turmoil, Miley has shown her support for her mother by taking her to the Grammy Awards and publicly celebrating their bond. The latest social media interactions suggest a complicated yet evolving relationship among the Cyrus women, with past grievances still lingering beneath the surface.
As the Cyrus family continues to navigate the complexities of relationships, fans are left wondering what the future holds. Will Miley and her father find common ground, or will the lingering tensions continue to affect their dynamic? Only time will tell as this famous family works through their issues in the public eye.
