# Miley Cyrus Defends Hollywood Bowl Performance

> Miley Cyrus defends her Hollywood Bowl show after criticism, saying she’s fully present with fans.
- Title: Miley Cyrus Defends Hollywood Bowl Performance · Billboard
- Summary: Miley Cyrus defends her Hollywood Bowl show after criticism, saying she’s fully present with fans. Miley Cyrus says she’s fully present with fans during her…
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- Source: Billboard — https://billboard.com/music/pop/miley-cyrus-responds-criticism-first-hollywood-bowl-show-1236362598
- Author: Gil Kaufman
- Published: 2026-10-19T11:50:37+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: miley cyrus, hollywood bowl, bass persuades, dolly parton, model-actriz, flaming lips
## Miley Cyrus responds to criticism
Miley Cyrus hit back at critics of her first Hollywood Bowl show during her second performance on Sunday night.

> I’ve never heard that I don’t put my heart into something
## Cyrus denies not singing all words
Cyrus said she sang all the words at her first full concert in four years, rejecting claims she wasn’t fully present.

> I don’t know if any of you heard that. That somebody was doing commentary to get clickbait on their video talking about my show on friday night
## Cyrus on controversy and growth
Cyrus described the controversy as fun in the past but said she’s evolved since her last tour, now focusing on meaningful experiences.

> You know that it’s been controversial. And the controversy, you know, it used to be a lot of fun. It still can be
## Cyrus admits difficulty returning to stage
Cyrus admitted it’s hard for her to stand up and perform after years away from live shows, but she’s committed to the experience.

> It is hard for me to stand up here and do this show. It does not come as natural as it once did to me before
## Cyrus on Dolly Parton tribute
Cyrus opened with a tribute to her late godmother Dolly Parton, saying they’re ‘eternal’ and she misses her deeply.

> Me and dolly are eternal. I’m going to see her again and i can’t wait, because i f, king miss her
## Cyrus makes final commitment
Cyrus declared she won’t tolerate questions about where her heart is on stage, saying the only thing she has is this moment with fans.

> I can take a lot, but one thing i will not stand is any question about where my heart is when i’m on the stage. Not one. I am fully present
## Key takeaway

Miley Cyrus says she’s fully present with fans during her Hollywood Bowl show after critics claimed she wasn’t singing all the words.