Pop icon Miley Cyrus recently earned her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and during her speech, she shed a few tears as she looked back on her expansive career. The singer, 33, thanked her family and fans for their support over the years and later told the audience how much it means to her to be the recipient of one of the coveted stars.
Cyrus was honored with a Hollywood Walk of Fame star on Friday, May 22, 2026. During a particular part of her speech, the “Flowers” singer became overcome with emotion as she opened up about how much the moment meant to her.
“This is where it gets me,” she said before reflecting on her journey from a teenage Disney star to a Grammy-winning performer. “To my family, my future family, parents, my mom, my siblings, my friends, my collaborators, thank you for loving and supporting not only the choices that I make, but my fears, and then facing them with me,” she added.
Miley Cyrus Said Her Star On The Hollywood Walk Of Fame Represents More Than People Realize
Continuing, Cyrus told the audience that the moment was “something that I’ll never forget, and I’m always going to cherish,” adding, “I love you all so much, thank you.”
The “Hannah Montana” star was surrounded by her entourage, which included her mother, Tish Cyrus, her sister, Brandi Cyrus, and her fiancée, Maxx Morando. Also joining the “7 Things” singer were iconic designer Donatella Versace and Anya Taylor-Joy.
“This star somehow represents immortality, and although I love the lyric, the fact that I won’t is what creates the urgency that sets my heart on fire,” Cyrus said, explaining that receiving the star is “an accumulation of devotion.”
She added, “A star isn’t something that you win like a seasonal game. It’s not something that you can chase or collect. It’s not something you make the next record for.”
Fans Are Freaking Out Over Miley Cyrus Receiving A Star On The Hollywood Walk Of Fame
Cyrus posted about the special occasion on Instagram, showing off her long blonde hair and a floor-length black dress.
“Surrounded by my fans, who I owe it all to … in Versace of course … looking like heaven,” she captioned the carousel. In her caption, Cyrus also thanked her team and her mother. “To everyone I know and love, my friends, my family, my love, thank you so much. I adore you,” she wrote.
Cyrus’ picture excited her fans, many of whom flooded her comments with love and support. “Our superstar got her own star, you’ll live forever,” someone wrote.
“Queen!!! One of the most deserving humans of all time. I’m so proud of you,” another posted, while a third added, “Such a special day. Truly raised a generation, Miley.”
Cyrus Said Getting Honored On The Hollywood Walk Of Fame Was ‘Like A Dream’
Cyrus’ star on the Walk of Fame came nearly a year after it was revealed that she’d be one of the stars in the class of 2026.
She celebrated the special news with an Instagram post, saying she was “honored” to be part of an elite group of artists. She explained that she used to travel to Los Angeles with her dad when she was younger, and they’d go into California gift shops and buy fake Oscars and Marilyn Monroe merch.
“To now be cemented on this legendary boulevard, surrounded by the icons who inspired me, feels like a dream,” she said. “This moment will live forever, thank you to everyone in my life who made it possible. I am grateful to share this star with you.”
The other 2026 inductees include Josh Groban, Gordon Ramsey, Emily Blunt, Timothée Chalamet, Demi Moore, Stanley Tucci, and Shaquille O’Neal.
Cyrus Celebrated 20 Years Of ‘Hannah Montana’
According to a previous report from The Blast, Cyrus recently celebrated 20 years of “Hannah Montana” with a Disney+ special hosted by Alex Cooper.
The program featured a few updated tracks, like “Best of Both Worlds,” and gave viewers some behind-the-scenes tea about one of their favorite childhood programs.
“Hannah Montana will always be a part of who I am. What started as a TV show became a shared experience that shaped my life and the lives of so many fans, and I’ll always be thankful for that connection,” Cyrus said about the special. “The fact that it still means so much to people all these years later is something I’m very proud of. This ‘Hannahversary’ is my way of celebrating and thanking the fans who’ve stood by me for 20 years.”
