Who Is Miley Cyrus's Real Brother? Separating on-Screen Fiction from Family Reality
Miley's most publicly recognized older brother is Trace Cyrus. Born in February 1989 to Leticia "Tish" Finley and Baxter Neal Helson, Trace was legally adopted by Billy Ray Cyrus in 1993 alongside his older sister Brandi. Tall, heavily tattooed, and openly rebellious, Trace forged an aesthetic completely divorced from his family's country-western roots.
During the late 2000s, Trace dominated alternative radio as the lead guitarist and co-vocalist of synth-pop band Metro Station. The band's creation featured a striking convergence of Disney Channel talent. Trace met vocalist Mason Musso directly on the Hannah Montana set; Mason was the real-life older brother of Mitchel Musso, who played Miley's television best friend Oliver Oken. The musical partnership paid immediate commercial dividends. Metro Station's 2008 breakout track "Shake It" earned double-platinum certification from the RIAA, peaking at number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Trace maintained an unmistakable pop-punk presence, pursuing independent solo projects under the moniker Ashland HIGH and launching apparel lines. His relationship with Miley has experienced public shifts over the years, though both have frequently reiterated their shared protective instincts as siblings navigating intense public scrutiny.
| Brother Name | Relationship to Miley | Birth Year | Public Profile / Career |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Earles | None (On-Screen Co-Star) | 1977 | Actor, Acting Coach, Director |
| Trace Cyrus | Maternal Half-Brother (Adopted by Billy Ray) | 1989 | Musician (Metro Station), Songwriter |
| Christopher Cody Cyrus | Paternal Half-Brother | 1992 | Private Citizen (Audio Engineering, Tech) |
| Braison Cyrus | Full Biological Brother | 1994 | Folk Musician, Model, Actor |
