Key Highlights
- Miley Cyrus adopts a 20-year-old Sulcata tortoise from a Los Angeles shelter.
- The singer’s latest addition to her household is named Teru.
- Cyrus has been engaged to Maxx Morando since December 2024.
- Billy Ray Cyrus, Miley’s father, is dating actress Elizabeth Hurley.
So, you might think this is new, but…
The Latest Oddball in the Cyrus Household
Miley Cyrus, the pop icon and all-around eccentric, has taken yet another step into the strange world of celebrity pet ownership. This time, she’s adopted a 20-year-old Sulcata tortoise from the Wags & Walks shelter in Los Angeles. The tortoise, named Teru, is not just any old reptile; he’s practically a mini-elderly relative to Cyrus herself at 38.
Cyrus’s Growing Menagerie
Teru joins an eclectic cast of characters that already includes her fiancé Maxx Morando and the family dog (and perhaps others). But don’t think this is just a whimsical decision. Cyrus has always been known to surround herself with unconventional choices, whether in fashion or pet selection. This latest addition to the household is yet another testament to her unique taste.
The Adoption Process
According to the shelter’s Instagram post, “This past week, we welcomed our very first tortoise into rescue. Meet Teru, a 20-year-old Sulcata who found himself in the shelter system, something even our team had never seen before.” The adoption process was facilitated by the shelter, which saw Cyrus’s interest and knew they needed to help.
And so, after some coordination, Teru officially found his forever home with Miley. It’s not just a pet; it’s a family member. “You truly never know who you’ll find in a shelter,” reads the caption from the shelter.
A Celebrity’s Life
Miley Cyrus is no stranger to making headlines, and this latest move certainly continues that trend. She recently confirmed her engagement to Maxx Morando on Instagram Stories with the message: “Welcome home Teru!” Meanwhile, her father Billy Ray has been dating actress Elizabeth Hurley since 2025.
The Cyrus family’s life is a mix of Hollywood glamour and unconventional choices. From Sulcata tortoises to engagement rings and blind dates, it’s clear that the singer enjoys keeping things interesting.
A New Chapter
Teru might be the newest addition, but he certainly won’t be the last in this ever-evolving family. As Cyrus continues to navigate her personal life with Maxx Morando and her career, one thing is certain: she’ll keep us entertained with more quirky choices like these.
The Writing on the Wall
So, can you be friends with someone who has drastically different political beliefs? Taylor Swift thinks so! But in Miley’s world, it’s all about making unique connections. Teru is just another chapter in her ongoing saga of non-conformity.
You might think this is new, but… it’s just more of the same for Cyrus.
