Miley Cyrus recently made headlines by admitting that she still harbors affection for her ex-boyfriend, Nick Jonas. In a candid conversation on the "Every Single Album" podcast on June 6, 2025, the 32-year-old singer reflected on her past relationship with Jonas, a romance that captured the hearts of many during their Disney Channel days.
Cyrus acknowledged that despite their breakup and Jonas' current marital status, her fondness for him remains. "I like Nick. I'm into him," she stated, while also recognizing that he is "married with children," referring to his wife, Priyanka Chopra, and their daughter, Malti. Cyrus clarified that "we're all moving on. Everything is good in life." She even playfully added, "Niley for life," referencing the once-popular couple nickname that symbolized their relationship.
Their relationship began in 2006 and lasted until 2007, with a brief reconnection in 2009. Cyrus has previously spoken about how deeply affected she was by their split. During the podcast, she revealed that she penned the emotional track "Take Me Along" from her 2010 album, "Can't Be Tamed," in the aftermath of their breakup. She recounted writing the song in bed with her sister before a performance, trying to process her feelings.
Cyrus revealed that their relationship began to unravel when Jonas chose to tour with the Jonas Brothers instead of joining her shows. She felt hurt by his decision, stating, "He was, like, separating himself from the Disney thing, and I wanted him to take me on the tour. Like, 'Why don't we do it together?' I don't understand why you're leaving me.'" She felt like he was pulling away from the Disney bubble while she still wanted to ride it out together.
Despite the pain of their breakup, Cyrus holds no bitterness towards Jonas. She spoke kindly about him and his family, acknowledging his happy life with Chopra and their daughter. She also recalled a poignant moment after their breakup when she was crying backstage, and her sister, who was also playing guitar on that tour, reminded her that 25,000 people were waiting for her to pull herself together. This moment, she said, was a turning point that helped her channel her heartbreak into her art.
Cyrus also addressed how she initially wanted to express her feelings about the breakup in her 2009 book, "Miles to Go." She joked that she wanted to say, "Nick Jonas dumped me, he's a d**k," but her team wouldn't allow it. Instead, they let her say that Jonas wasn't a "very nice boy." She laughed that Jonas is "still catching strays" nearly two decades after their split. However, the bitterness is gone now. Miley appreciated how Nick praised her and fellow Disney alums Selena Gomez and Demi Lovato, saying that the whole Disney class made it out strong, with lasting careers.
In the years since their breakup, both Cyrus and Jonas have moved on to successful careers and personal lives. Cyrus is currently dating Maxx Morando, while Jonas is happily married to Priyanka Chopra. Although their romantic relationship is long over, Cyrus' recent comments reveal that she still cherishes the memories and affection she once held for Jonas. Her willingness to speak openly about their past demonstrates a level of maturity and acceptance that resonates with fans who grew up following their relationship.
