Miley Cyrus’s Engagement and Christmas Quirks
In a delightful and candid appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Miley Cyrus shared amusing details about her recent engagement to Maxx Morando while revealing her peculiar aversion to paper. The 33-year-old “Flowers” singer, known for her straightforward personality, showed off her impressive engagement ring with characteristic humor, joking it was a “Black Friday deal, baby.” While she quickly clarified it wasn’t actually a discount purchase, she appreciated the timing of the proposal, which came just before the holiday season. Kimmel had playfully suggested that Morando’s proposal timing might have saved him from needing a separate Christmas gift, prompting Cyrus’s lighthearted response that displayed both her new jewelry and her quick wit.
During the interview, Cyrus revealed what might be one of the most unusual phobias in Hollywood – an intense aversion to paper. “I’m known as a little bit of a grinch because I have a qualm with Christmas,” she explained, “I hate paper.” The singer went on to describe how the mere sight of paper makes her “want to vomit,” particularly during the holiday season when people with dry hands are handling paper products. This quirky confession took an even more humorous turn when Cyrus admitted she refuses to open mail or letters personally, joking that her engagement had practical benefits: “That’s why I got engaged. I make my fiancé open all the packages outside.” When asked about signing her wedding certificate, she thoughtfully considered the texture, noting that waxed paper with a smooth surface would be more tolerable, recalling that her previous marriage certificate had such a texture.
The “Wrecking Ball” singer elaborated on how her paper phobia affects her daily life, expressing a preference for digital communication methods. “I love text message. No paper. Email, no paper. Phone call, no paper,” she explained, even refusing to read physical newspapers due to this aversion. Cyrus acknowledged that her phobia has been escalating, stating, “It’s getting worse so there does need to be some sort of intervention.” With remarkable self-awareness, she mentioned considering EMDR therapy or hypnosis to address the issue, recognizing that it has begun to impact her everyday functioning. This honest acknowledgment of her unusual phobia showcased the singer’s willingness to share her vulnerabilities, even when they might seem eccentric to most people.
The timing of Cyrus’s talk show appearance coincided with a momentous personal milestone, as she had only recently confirmed her engagement to Maxx Morando. The couple sparked engagement rumors when they appeared together at the Avatar: Fire and Ash premiere in Los Angeles on December 1, with Cyrus proudly displaying her new ring. Us Weekly confirmed the news the following day, reporting that the engagement had actually occurred in early November, keeping their special moment private for nearly a month before making it public. The engagement represents a significant step in Cyrus’s personal life, coming after her previous marriage to Liam Hemsworth, which ended in 2020 following their decade-long on-and-off relationship.
In a separate interview on Good Morning America, Cyrus shared touching details about Morando’s proposal, which took place during a trip to Japan. With genuine emotion, she explained, “I actually had never gone to Japan, which, I did that purposefully. I wanted one place in the world that could be my special place that I saved for me.” This deliberate choice to preserve Japan as an untouched destination made the proposal location even more meaningful. Cyrus, who described herself as someone who typically “loves to control every situation,” admitted she was completely surprised by the proposal, having “surrendered” control during their trip. This vulnerable admission revealed a softer side to the usually confident performer, highlighting how her relationship with Morando has allowed her to experience unexpected joy.
The singer’s reflections on her four-year relationship with Morando revealed the profound impact he’s had on her personal growth. “It’s very obvious the drastic amount of growth that I’ve had in those four years… and that really, a lot of that is because I have a great partner,” Cyrus shared warmly. Her description of their partnership demonstrated a mature perspective on relationships, emphasizing how having supportive companionship has enhanced her ability to dream bigger. “You just want to dream the biggest you can, and you want to have someone by your side that always tells you you can do it,” she explained, offering a glimpse into the encouraging dynamic she shares with Morando. This thoughtful reflection showed how Cyrus has evolved since her previous relationship, suggesting she’s found a partnership built on mutual support and growth as she embarks on this new chapter in her life.
