In a recent heartfelt moment, Miley Cyrus looked back on a particularly dark chapter in her life: the 2018 Woolsey Fire that destroyed her $2.525 million Malibu home just a month before her wedding to Liam Hemsworth.
Speaking candidly at her Something Beautiful event, Miley shared how the loss ultimately became a life-changing experience.
A Dark Time That Led to Unexpected Blessings
“When my house burned down, that was the biggest blessing I’ve ever had in my life, actually,” the 32-year-old pop star confessed.
According to a report by People, Miley explained how losing her home allowed her to rebuild, not just physically, but emotionally and mentally.
“Losing everything and being able to rebuild, and to be able to be purposeful and choose every piece that I’m going to collect,” she continued.
This period of upheaval, she added, helped her focus on the people around her and the relationships that truly mattered.
Miley also shared how the fire symbolized a bigger personal transformation.
“When my house burned down, a lot of my relationships also burned down,” she reflected.
Despite the pain, she expressed gratitude for the way those events led her to a place of clarity and magic in her life.
The fire may have marked the end of her relationship with Liam, but it also brought her new insights and growth.
Lessons From the Past: Appreciating the Dark Times
The fire wasn’t the only significant event in Miley’s life.
She also noted that her difficult moments in the past, including the breakdown of her marriage, have played an important role in shaping who she is today.
“I think what I would have told my younger self is to appreciate those darker times because, like I said, they are only leading you into the light,” she shared during her Q&A.
This advice comes from someone who has navigated intense public scrutiny and personal hardship.
Miley’s relationship with Liam was famously on and off.
After nearly a decade of dating, they finally married in December 2018, only to divorce just eight months later in 2020.
Their love story began in 2010 when they met on the set of The Last Song.
They briefly broke up in 2013 but reconciled in 2016.
Despite the whirlwind romance, Miley has found peace in reflecting on the lessons learned from those tumultuous times.
A Shocking Memory From the Day Her Home Burned Down
Miley also revealed the shocking circumstances she found herself in when she first learned of her house burning down.
While on the set of Black Mirror in South Africa, she was struck with the news.
“Actually, as my house was burning down, I was strapped to a gurney with my hands locked in handcuffs,” she recalled in a TikTok video.
Despite the trauma, she had to press forward with work, filming the music video for On a Roll the very next day. “The show must go on!” she shrugged.
A New Chapter: Miley’s Upcoming Album and Personal Life
Since her divorce, Miley has found a sense of stability, both professionally and personally.
In 2021, she began dating Maxx Morando, the drummer for Liily, and has since found joy in creating music.
Maxx, who is also one of the producers on her upcoming album, has played a significant role in her life.
Miley’s ninth studio album, Something Beautiful, is set to drop on May 30, followed by a visual film version that will premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival on June 6.
After taking a break from touring in 2023, Miley is excited about this new creative chapter.
“This album has to start with me loving it,” she shared, “and then the love that I have for it, whether you know it or not, it’s gonna be coming through the speakers when you’re listening.”
Liam Hemsworth Moves Forward with Gabriella Brooks
While Miley continues to move forward with her music and personal growth, Liam Hemsworth has found love with Australian model Gabriella Brooks.
The couple reportedly started dating in December 2019 and made their first public appearance together at a red carpet event in November 2020.
Unlike Miley, the couple keeps their relationship ultra-private, rarely sharing details on social media.
Gabriella has successfully carved out a career as a model, with her standout moment coming at the 2023 Australia Fashion Week, where she made her debut for the Cue fashion show.
A Future Full of Promise
As Miley prepares for her album’s release and reflects on the challenging times that have shaped her, she remains grateful for the growth that came from her darkest moments.
Her journey has been marked by resilience, and she continues to inspire fans with her ability to rise from hardship, ready to embrace whatever the future holds.