“Oops, My Boob Popped Out!” Miley Cyrus Defies TV Censors with Nipple Slip at VMAs, Plus Lights Up Joint to Cap Off Controversial Show

Miley Cyrus has once again made headlines with her latest appearance at the MTV VMAs, surpassing her notorious twerking moment from 2013. As the host of the awards show, she pushed the boundaries even further than before, despite attempts to censor explicit content. In a bold move, the 22-year-old managed to sneak her bare breast onto national television, causing a stir among viewers.

Slipping past the censors: Despite the live broadcast being on a delay, to censor language and lewd behavior, Miley still managed to get her bare breast on national television during the MTV VMAs on Sunday night

Managing to evade the censors during the delayed live broadcast, Miley Cyrus surprised viewers by accidentally exposing her bare breast on national television at the MTV VMAs. As the singer was getting ready for her final performance of the night backstage, a curtain mishap led to a quick flash captured on camera. In response, Miley humorously apologized through her headset, acknowledging the wardrobe malfunction. Additionally, the Wrecking Ball singer found herself in a heated exchange with Nicki Minaj live on air, adding to the eventful evening.

Success never tasted so sweet: The singer celebrated after her drug-themed show by lighting up a joint backstage

The artist indulged in some well-deserved relaxation after her edgy performance by lighting a joint backstage. It was a moment of triumph for her after delivering a show that pushed boundaries.

Blowing kisses: Miley looked quite relaxed after celebrating her big night at the VMAs

Sending air kisses: Miley appeared calm and at ease following her successful evening at the VMAs.

She's back! Miley made a triumphant return on Sunday night as host of the MTV VMAs 

Guess who’s back? Miley Cyrus graced the MTV VMAs stage on Sunday night, delighting fans with her triumphant return as host of the show.

Firing away: During the final live performance of the night, Miley was certain to be as raunchy as possible

Firing away: During the final live performance of the night, Miley was certain to be as raunchy as possible

Going all out: Miley made sure to bring the heat during the last live show of the evening, delivering a performance that was daring and provocative.

'Stick your tongues out!' The star then encouraged the audience to mimic her lewd behavior

“Show me your tongues!” The celebrity then urged the crowd to copy her provocative gesture. While receiving the award for Best Hip-Hop video, Minaj took the opportunity to address some recent comments made by the event’s host. The 32-year-old rapper called out Miley Cyrus towards the end of her speech, declaring, “And now let’s talk about this person who had a lot to say about me in the media. What’s up?” The 22-year-old singer, who was on a different section of the stage, responded by stating, “We’re all part of this industry, we all give interviews, and we all understand how the media can twist things. Congratulations, Nicki.”

Battle: The Wrecking Ball singer also got into a verbal argument with Nicki Minaj on live television

Battle: The Wrecking Ball singer also got into a verbal argument with Nicki Minaj on live television

Conflict: The artist known for “Wrecking Ball” engaged in a heated exchange of words with Nicki Minaj during a live TV broadcast.

How do you top yourself? Miley pushed the extremes on the fashion end in an obvious bid to outdo her previous appearances on the show

How can you outdo yourself? Miley went all out with her fashion choices in a clear attempt to surpass her previous appearances on the show.

Grand entrance: Miley made sure to add a psychedelic touch to the show

Miley made quite an entrance with some fun psychedelic vibes for the show. Even though her microphone was cut off, Nicki was still caught yelling at her, to which Miley coolly responded by mentioning her past experiences with setbacks.

The spat revolved around a recent interview Miley had given to the New York Times where she commented on Nicki’s behavior during a Twitter feud with Taylor Swift, suggesting it was self-centered.

The Twitter war ignited when Nicki expressed frustration over her VMA nominations, which led to Taylor stepping in. Surprisingly, Taylor and Nicki patched things up by performing together at the VMAs on Sunday. Looks like Miley and Nicki still have some issues to work through.

Pushing the limits: The exhibitionist set a new standard for skimpy fashion on TV

Pushing the limits: The exhibitionist set a new standard for skimpy fashion on TV

Exploring new boundaries: The bold dresser raised the bar for revealing outfits on television.

Eye see you! Another costume change showcased two peepers as a bra and lips as a bottom

I spy with my little eyes! In a new outfit twist, a pair of eyeballs took center stage as a bra, while a set of lips stole the show as the bottom. How creative!

All of the pretty colours: Miley appeared to have a role in the background display as it consistently featured psychedelic patterns

Miley made a colorful appearance in the background display, showcasing psychedelic patterns throughout the event. Later on, she shared the stage with Rita Ora and a bunch of performers in costumes, having everyone shout ‘marijuana!’ before capturing a selfie with a selfie stick. She cheekily joked, “Ellen, you can’t top this!” comparing her selfie to Ellen DeGeneres’ famous Oscar selfie that broke Twitter records. Miley’s snap featured Ora and Kim Kardashian, while Ellen’s included Hollywood’s A-listers like Brad Pitt and Julia Roberts.

Outrageous iOutrageous is putting it lightly: The pop star barely maintained her modesty with a plastic balloon outfit

Outrageous iOutrageous is putting it lightly: The pop star barely maintained her modesty with a plastic balloon outfit

It’s hard to believe, but the pop star nearly exposed herself in a bold plastic balloon ensemble.

'Say marijuana!' Miley was joined onstage by Rita Ora, Kim Kardashian, and a group of costumed performers as she asked everyone present to say 'marijuana!' before snapping the picture with a selfie stick

Miley got on stage with Rita Ora, Kim Kardashian, and some dressed-up performers and told the crowd to shout “marijuana!” before taking a selfie with a selfie stick.

Taking a backseat: As Kim posed for selfies with Miley, Kanye West could be seen lounging in the back

In the background, while Kim was busy taking selfies with Miley, Kanye West was casually chilling in the back, taking it easy.

Finished product: Miley's attempt to outdo Ellen DeGeneres' Oscars selfie was not a total failure

Despite Miley’s attempt to top Ellen DeGeneres’ iconic Oscars selfie, her efforts did not completely flop. True to form, the pop star couldn’t resist making a drug joke within the first few minutes of the family-friendly show.
And that was just the tip of the iceberg, as Miley continuously brought up smoking or consuming marijuana throughout the night. In one particularly memorable skit, she and Tyga indulged in marijuana cookies during a sleepover at Billy Ray Cyrus’ house.

'Coming up next!' Miley teased one of her racier outfits with a belfie on Instagram

Controversial: Miley Cyrus got off to a racy start to her MTV Video Music Awards hosting gig by posting this nude photo just hours before the event on Sunday

“Up next on the agenda!” Miley playfully hinted at a revealing outfit with a belfie on Instagram, following up on a daring fully nude selfie she shared earlier in the day.

'Ya i smoke weed': The star bragged about her marijuana use

“I puff on that good stuff”: The celebrity proudly flaunted her fondness for cannabis.

Showing him something: Miley cried ‘Hey Justin, call me when you’re legal!’ before ripping open her trenchcoat to reveal her bodysuit

During a memorable moment, Miley jokingly shouted at Justin to give her a call once he’s of legal age, all while revealing a revealing bodysuit under her trenchcoat. Another scene showcased her sharing a cannabis-infused brownie with none other than Snoop Dog, who mentioned that the treat was made by her grandmother. Off-camera, the singer indulged in the real deal, caught smoking a joint backstage to commemorate her drug-themed performance. Despite her wild antics, Miley also took a moment to reflect on her past experiences at the award show, humorously mentioning the lack of a host in recent years. “Now everyone, this show went without a host for the last couple of years – a tradition they’ll probably return to after tonight,” she quipped modestly.

Playing coy: The self-proclaimed hippie stood tall in platforms as she flirted with Justin Bieber

Acting coquettish: The woman who proudly identified as a hippie stood confidently in her platform shoes while she playfully engaged with Justin Bieber.

 She's got some front! The singer is certainly body confident

She’s fearless! The vocalist exudes self-assurance when it comes to her body.

Behind the scenes, Miley switched up her outfits multiple times during the night. She jokingly mentioned that even though she had done it all on the VMA stage, hosting wasn’t one of them, speculating that MTV may have thought it was a way to keep her from performing. The real shocker of the evening came when Kanye West declared his intention to run for president in 2020. Following his lengthy speech, where he confessed to smoking marijuana to calm his nerves before going on stage, Miley returned to her hosting responsibilities.

Crushing it: Jared Leto stole a snap with the young pop star

Jared Leto was absolutely killing it when he snagged a photo with the up-and-coming pop sensation.

She can't help it! The pair got up close and personal with each other

She couldn’t resist it! The couple became intimate and connected on a deeper level with each other.

Flashback: The singer referenced her most provocative appearance on the show, which took place in 2013 with Robin Thicke

Looking back: The singer recalled her most memorable moment on the show, dating back to 2013 when she appeared with Robin Thicke.
Miley exclaimed, “Wow, now we know what Kanye is like when he’s high!”
She jokingly mentioned her shared admiration for Kim Kardashian with Kanye, saying, “Kanye and I have something in common – we both adore Kim Kardashian. Have you guys seen those nipples? I wish I was that baby in her belly!”
Despite some scripted awkward moments, she also experienced a few unintentionally uncomfortable situations.

Strip tease: The emcee was quick on the draw when it came to taking her clothes off

Strip tease: The emcee was quick on the draw when it came to taking her clothes off

Taking it all off: The emcee wasted no time in stripping down to bare essentials.

Shimmy: Miley shook off her festive coat

Shimmy: Miley danced out of her colorful jacket

Loving the attention: MTV shared a backstage snap of the scantily clad emcee

Enjoying the spotlight: MTV posted a behind-the-scenes photo of the host in revealing attire. Justin Bieber, who made a successful comeback at the VMAs, couldn’t hold back tears after his performance. Miley Cyrus, donning a shiny metallic coat over a bodysuit, joked about Justin’s flying abilities. Revealing a more vulnerable side, Justin doubled over in emotion and cried as the audience cheered him on. Known for his rebellious image, the 21-year-old’s emotional breakdown onstage was a touching moment for many.

By the skin of her teeth: Prior to her purposeful bare breasted flashing, Miley barely maintained her modesty

By the skin of her teeth: Prior to her purposeful bare breasted flashing, Miley barely maintained her modesty

Just before she intentionally exposed her breasts, Miley managed to keep her modesty only by a small margin.

Sequinned: The star rocked a Seventies style

Sequins were the star of the show as she embraced a quirky Seventies-inspired look.

Sliding in: At the opening, she rode a psychedelic slide onto the stage 

Entering the scene: To kick things off, she glided down a trippy slide onto the stage.

Flower power: Miley wore a multi-coloured coat as she greeted the audience

Miley made a bold fashion statement at the MTV Video Music Awards, choosing a vibrant, multi-colored coat to greet the audience. Despite the somber atmosphere, she stayed true to her playful personality by engaging in flirtatious banter with a teary-eyed star before flaunting her body suit underneath her trenchcoat. She arrived at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles in a stunning silver outfit that left little to the imagination, ensuring all eyes were on her as she walked down the red carpet. Embracing her role as host, Miley exuded confidence and showmanship reminiscent of Barbarella in her futuristic silver ensemble, proving she was ready to shine brighter than the other stars at the event.

Power! The star kept the crowd going in-between performances and awards

Energy! The celebrity entertained the audience during breaks between different acts and award presentations.

Burner: The pop sensation looked to have taken some fashion inspiration from Burning Man, which kicks off in the US on Monday

Burner: The pop sensation looked to have taken some fashion inspiration from Burning Man, which kicks off in the US on Monday

Pop star seems to have borrowed some style cues from the Burning Man festival, set to start in the US on Monday.

Living it up! The star showed off her penchant for keep her tongue wagging

Having a great time! The celebrity flaunted her love for being chatty and animated.

Always grinding: The daughter of Billy Ray Cyrus put on her favourite dance moves while onstage

Consistently hustling: The offspring of Billy Ray Cyrus showcased her top dance moves during her performance.

Cooing: Miley got up close and personal with her collaborator Wayne Coyne of The Flaming Lips

Gushing: Miley got up close and personal with her collaborator Wayne Coyne of The Flaming Lips
Known for her bold and daring fashion choices at previous events, the singer was ready to make a statement once again as she teased fans with a revealing photo before hitting the red carpet.

The singer shared a nude photo on her Instagram page, with pink stars cleverly covering her private areas. She captioned the image for her 27.5 million followers: ‘When you’re the host so you have to get to the VMAs early AF!!!!!’

Just the right fit: Miley was sure to act cheeky even when not on live TV

Just the right fit: Miley was sure to act cheeky even when not on live TV

The perfect match: Miley always made sure to be playful, even when she wasn’t in front of the camera.

Read my lips: Miley sported many cartoonish costumes throughout the evening

Check it out: Miley rocked a variety of quirky outfits during the event.

Always playing for attention: Wearing a skintight dress she pushed her back out for a photo 

Constantly seeking attention, she wore a tight dress and posed in a way that accentuated her figure for a photo. It looked like the photo was taken in her bathroom just after she woke up, with her hand covering one eye and a tired expression on her face. Her famous father, singer Billy Ray Cyrus, took the opportunity to share some old pictures on his Instagram account on the same day. One of the photos showed him back in the early Nineties, during the height of the success of his hit song “Achy Breaky Heart.” In the picture, a young Miley, dressed in white, stood in front of her dad, who sported a mullet and a studded blue jacket, looking proud.

Proud of her! Billy Ray hugged his daughter backstage after her rousing performance

Proud of her! Billy Ray hugged his daughter backstage after her rousing performance

Billy Ray embraced his daughter with pride backstage following her energizing performance.

Winner: As the night came to a close, Miley proudly displayed her personalized Moon Man trophy.

Parting gift: The star appeared to hand out an avocado backstage from a reusable bag

As a parting gesture, the celebrity generously handed out avocados backstage, packed in a reusable bag. Additionally, he reminisced about their time working together on the hit Disney Channel show, Hannah Montana, which aired between 2006 and 2011.

To build excitement among her fans for the upcoming concert, Miley shared videos on her Instagram showing her having a good time with the internet sensation Baddiewinkle. The 87-year-old internet personality, whose real name is Ruth Van Winkle, is famous for her quirky social media presence and was seen sporting outfits similar to Miley’s distinctive style backstage.

Miley has grabbed headlines at the VMAs two years running, notably for her 2013 performance with Robin Thicke and a foam finger. In 2014, she caused a buzz by inviting homeless youth Jesse Helt, her date for the night, onstage to accept her Video of the Year award for Wrecking Ball.

Space age: Miley Cyrus shocked fans when arriving on the red carpet of her hosting gig at the MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday

Space age: Miley Cyrus shocked fans when arriving on the red carpet of her hosting gig at the MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday

In a futuristic twist, the 22-year-old surprised her fans as she made her grand entrance on the red carpet for hosting duties at the MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles last Sunday.

Space age: The Party In The USA hitmaker was not afraid to show off a little bit of skin

During the space theme party, the singer of the popular song “Party In The USA” confidently flaunted some skin without hesitation.

Always on! The star appeared to have superhuman energy as even before the live telecast began she was already in full performance mode on the arrivals carpet

Always on! The star appeared to have superhuman energy as even before the live telecast began she was already in full performance mode on the arrivals carpet

The celebrity seemed to have endless energy, as she was already fully immersed in performing even before the live broadcast started while walking the red carpet.

No turning this off! Miley strutted down the carpet as she was followed for a crew of photographers

Miley made a splash on the red carpet, strutting confidently with a crew of photographers following her every move. However, her most talked-about moment was when she joined singer Thicke on stage for a performance of his hit song Blurred Lines. In true Miley fashion, she quickly shed her clothes and danced provocatively in a tiny gold bikini. With her tongue out and hips swaying, she put on quite a show for the crowd, including Thicke’s then-wife Paula Patton who watched from the audience. The performance was controversial, to say the least, but it cemented Miley’s reputation as a bold and boundary-pushing performer.

Family matters: Tish Cyrus - toting a Kotur clutch - joined her family - actors Braison Cyrus, Noah Cyrus, recording artist Billy Ray Cyrus, actress Brandi Glenn Cyrus and host Miley on the arrivals carpet

Family ties were on full display as Tish Cyrus, carrying a stylish Kotur clutch, walked the red carpet alongside her loved ones. The Cyrus clan, including actors Braison Cyrus, Noah Cyrus, musician Billy Ray Cyrus, actress Brandi Glenn Cyrus, and host Miley, were all together for the event.

Arriving in style: Miley was chauffeured in a golf cart to the theater

Riding in luxury: Miley arrived at the theater in a golf cart driven by a chauffeur.

Back in the day: The 22-year-old's father Billy Ray Cyrus definitely seemed excited about the big day as he posted this old photo from his heyday in the Nineties

In the past: The 22-year-old’s dad, Billy Ray Cyrus, appeared to be thrilled about the special occasion as he shared a nostalgic photo from his glory days in the 1990s.

Dynamic duo: The 54-year-old singer also shared a few snaps from their Disney Channel show together called Hannah Montana, which aired from 2006 to 2011

Powerful pair: The 54-year-old musician also posted a couple of pictures from their joint project on the Disney Channel, a series named Hannah Montana, which ran from 2006 to 2011.

Controversial: Miley is pictured with internet star Baddie Winkle ahead of tonight's broadcast

Controversial news: Miley Cyrus posed for a picture with internet sensation Baddie Winkle before the evening’s televised event. In 2014, she opted to convey a meaningful message at the awards ceremony, leaving behind her previous controversial behavior. Instead of taking the stage herself to accept the award for her song “Wrecking Ball,” Miley sent a homeless youth named Jesse to do so. Sitting among the audience, she listened intently as Jimmy Fallon handed Jesse the microphone to enlighten the viewers on how they could contribute to My Friend’s Place, a charity supporting homeless youth in Hollywood. Tears welled up in Miley’s eyes as Jesse shared his story, prompting some in the audience to boo her for not accepting the award in person. Meanwhile, Miley’s Facebook page was updated with a video guiding her fans on how to donate to the charity.

Having a blast: The Wrecking Ball singer hyped up fans by posting a few videos of herself hanging out with the 87-year-old internet personality

Having a great time: The singer known for her hit song “Wrecking Ball” excited her fans with a series of videos showing her spending time with the 87-year-old internet sensation.

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