From Disney-waves and a punk pixie to millinery experimentation and animal ears, no hair look or accoutrement is too extreme for Miley. Like any seasoned beauty chameleon, the pop star has made a few missteps along that way (December 2015 was a dark time, okay?), but she bounced back. Here, a long walk down Miley-hair-history lane.
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April 23, 2023
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Cyrus recently went back to brunette after her blonde transformation back in 2012. Her long, wavy locks still have blonde highlights, though.
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December 31, 2022
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Absolutely glowing as the emcee at Miley’s New Year’s Eve Party, which she co-hosted with Dolly Parton on NBC.
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May 16, 2022
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A cool look tied together by her slick shoulder-length cut with nice layered color.
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November 6, 2021
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Looking like she was born to rock curls at the 10th Annual LACMA ART+FILM Gala in Los Angeles.
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May 6, 2021
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A unique hairdo for her vibrant outfit.
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December 31, 2020
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She looked phenomenal with this shag do while singing for Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve on ABC.
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February 13, 2020
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Miley debuted a fresh cut while spotted in New York City during fashion week.
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September 21, 2019
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Cyrus’ hair was perfect for her rocker look at the 2019 iHeartRadio Music Festival.
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May 6, 2019
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Embodying Camp for the 2019 Met Gala.
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December 6, 2018
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Rocking a high braid with some fun white baubles as an accessory.
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January 28, 2018
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Cyrus's vintage waves complimented her timeless ruby red gown at the 2018 Grammy awards.
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January 26, 2018
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Print this picture out and bring it to your next hair appointment. Major blowout goals.
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November 20, 2017
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Sleek and smooth for NBC's The Voice. We want to be on Team Miley.
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October 2, 2017
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A very punk rock ombre. The look is further complimented with her red lip and black sunglasses.
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September 23, 2016
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A vintage updo with a bit of bang. Oh neato!
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August 27, 2017
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Cyrus adds even more volume to her high pony with a front poof.
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June 14, 2017
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Back to her country—and natural hair—roots.
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May 16, 2017
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For bad hair days, wear a hat.
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May 12, 2017
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Roots on the top with a platinum pony.
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December 12, 2016
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On set for The Voice, Miley Cyrus pushed her hair back with a pink birdcage.