The air crackled with excitement at the premiere ofAvatar: Fire and Ash, but all eyes weren’t on the film. Miley Cyrus arrived, radiant and visibly in love with musician Maxx Morando, and a glittering detail on her left hand quickly stole the show.
A substantial gold diamond ring sparkled under the lights, instantly igniting a whirlwind of speculation. Fans and media alike wondered if a private commitment had been made, and the answer soon followed – Miley confirmed she is engaged to Maxx after four years together.
In a rare glimpse behind the curtain of her personal life, Miley spoke of a deliberate choice to protect their intimacy. She expressed being “astounded” at their ability to maintain privacy, a newfound freedom she attributes to both maturity and a desire for greater control over what she shares.
This engagement feels different, a fresh start for the singer. Miley described the relationship as “about starting again,” a chance to rebuild her life with a clarity and understanding she didn’t possess before. She now approaches love with “the consciousness of a more grown and adult person.”
The story of their connection began unexpectedly in December 2021, a blind date that blossomed into a passionate romance. A stolen kiss in West Hollywood in April 2022 hinted at the deepening connection, and Miley later revealed the serendipitous origins of their meeting to British Vogue.
Despite a six-year age gap, Miley finds a refreshing perspective in Maxx’s worldview. He grew up immersed in digital culture, a stark contrast to her own upbringing, and often relies on online communities for guidance – even when it comes to their dog’s care, much to Miley’s amusement.
Maxx Morando, 27, is a talented musician himself, the drummer for the Los Angeles-based alternative rock band Liily. Formed in 2016 as a spin-off of The Regrettes, Liily even had the opportunity to perform at Miley’s New Year’s Eve Party in 2022.
This new chapter marks a significant turn for Miley, who previously navigated a highly public and ultimately heartbreaking relationship with Liam Hemsworth. Their decade-long on-again, off-again romance culminated in a marriage in 2018, followed by a divorce finalized in 2020.
Liam Hemsworth has since found happiness with Australian model Gabriella Brooks, announcing their engagement in September. He has spoken with enthusiasm about embracing this next phase of his life with his fiancée, signaling a hopeful future for both.
Miley’s father, Billy Ray Cyrus, subtly celebrated the news with a social media post featuring a close-up of Miley’s ring at her 33rd birthday dinner, accompanied by champagne and ring emojis. It was a quiet, heartfelt acknowledgement of a love story unfolding with intention and grace.
