Miley Cyrus recently revisited her controversial pole dance performance during the 2009 Teen Choice Awards, revealing that the idea originated from her mother, Tish Cyrus. During a conversation on Spotify’s Billions Club, Miley humorously stated, “Yep, that was my mom’s idea. She always lets me take the blame” 123.
This performance, which featured her dancing on an ice cream cart with a pole, drew significant criticism at the time.
Despite the backlash, Miley fondly remembers this moment as a milestone in her career. She noted that it was the first time she wore “real diamond jewelry” on stage, contrasting the audience’s focus on the pole with her personal memory of the diamonds 12.
Miley’s performance took place when she was just 16 years old and still riding high from her success as Hannah Montana. The incident highlighted the complexities of her early career and family dynamics, especially following Tish’s divorce from Billy Ray Cyrus 35.
In her recent reflections, Miley
explained that the pole was intended for stability while performing in heels, emphasizing that it wasn’t meant to be provocative 5. She described how Tish envisioned the performance to reflect their roots by incorporating elements like an ice cream cart.
The discussion also touched on Miley’s evolution as an artist, acknowledging that this performance was just one of many moments that stirred public opinion. Miley’s career has since included other notable performances that sparked similar reactions 23.
Overall, Miley’s lighthearted take on this pivotal moment underscores her growth as an artist while highlighting the influence of her family in shaping her career choices.
