She's come a long way since her Disney debut and squeaky clean image.
And Miley Cyrus was embracing a grungier look when she took to the stage for BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend at Stewart Park in Middlesbrough on Saturday.
The 26-year-old star delivered an energetic performance at the music festival, unleashing her inner rock chic for her headlining set.
Edgy: Miley Cyrus was embracing a grungier look when she took to the stage for BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend at Stewart Park in Middlesbrough on Saturday
Miley looked quirky in a giant pair of sunglasses and messy, wet look hair as she pranced around the stage.
The star showed off her figure in a black velvet dress with ruching detailing, cinched in at the waist with a giant Gucci belt.
The Wrecking Ball hitmaker completed her stage costume with a pair of thigh-high leather boots.
Centre stage: The 26-year-old star delivered an energetic performance at the music festival, unleashing her inner rock chic for her headlining set
She can't stop! Miley was her usual bubbly, down-to-earth self during the gig
Party in the USA! Miley strutted about the stage in a pair of thigh-high leather boots
She accessorised with several layered necklaces and bracelets including a leather cuff, adding to the boho vibe of her look.
Miley was the highlight of the evening, having been supported by a host of acts throughout the day.
Charli XCX also took to the stage, putting on a lively display onstage.
Headliner: Miley was the highlight of the evening, having been supported by a host of acts throughout the day
Quirky: The former Disney starlet looked every inch the rock chick in her sombre getup
All eyes on her: Miley was channeling her inner Courtney Love in her grungy look
The 26-year-old singer dared to be different in a bold patterned catsuit paired with a see-through plastic mac.
Charli bounded around the stage, delivering a powerful performance that delighted the crowd.