Miley Cyrus stars as Miley Stewart, a typical high school student looking to fit in with the popular group on campus, and her alter-ego Hannah Montana, an international pop singing sensation, in Disney Channel's comedy "Hannah Montana." Born November 23, 1992 in Nashville, Tennessee, Cyrus developed a love for the stage after watching her dad, country singer and actor Billy Ray Cyrus, perform. After appearing as an extra in her dad's television projects, Cyrus got her first chance to act opposite him in a recurring role on the television series "Doc." Since then, she guest-starred on "Love Boat: The Next Wave and appeared in the Tim Burton film "Big Fish." She recently relocated to Los Angeles from Nashville with her parents, sisters Brandi and Noah, brothers Trace and Braison and their dog Loco. Their seven horses, three dogs and two cats remain in Nashville under her grandmother's care ? one of the most difficult adjustments for Cyrus who enjoys braiding the horse's tails. Now in her spare time in Los Angeles, she enjoys talking on the phone with friends back home. She also follows in her father's footsteps by writing music, playing guitar and singing. Her musical influences are pop singers Kelly Clarkson, Hilary Duff and Ashley Simpson. In addition, she enjoys dancing and cheerleading, ESPN continues to rebroadcast competitions which feature her Tennessee Premiere Cheerleading squad.