Miley Cyrus recently opened up about the intensely negative repercussions of her "Bangerz" era (2013), a time marked by a significant shift in her public image.
The drastic change from her Disney Channel persona led to significant family strain. Her brother and sister were embarrassed, and she felt immense guilt for the impact on her family. Her relationship with her father, Billy Ray Cyrus, was particularly strained.
Cyrus revealed that her provocative behavior negatively affected her engagement to Liam Hemsworth, citing that she shared too much of herself too soon.
Her 2013 VMAs performance generated cruel memes and body shaming, resulting in years of insecurity and affecting her clothing choices, even to this day. She now prefers modest swimwear due to the lingering impact of this public scrutiny.
In summary, Cyrus's "Bangerz" era, while a defining moment in her career, came at a significant personal cost, impacting her family relationships, romantic life, and body image.