Apologies for the Peek-a-Boob Moment: Miley Cyrus’s Nipple Makes a Surprise Appearance on Live TV, Plus a Sneaky Joint Backstage at the VMAs

Miley Cyrus has once again shocked viewers by surpassing her iconic twerking performance at the 2013 MTV VMAs. As the host of the show two years later, the 22-year-old pushed the boundaries even further with her outrageous antics. Despite the live broadcast being on a delay to prevent explicit content, Miley still managed to show her bare breast on national television. Watch the video below to see the shocking moment…

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

Sneaking by the censors: Even with a delay to prevent inappropriate content, Miley Cyrus found a way to show her bare breast on national TV during the MTV VMAs on Sunday night. As she was changing backstage for her final performance, a curtain accidentally opened for a moment, revealing her flash to the camera. In the midst of the mishap, Miley could be heard saying, “Sorry, my tit’s out.”

But the surprises didn’t stop there, as the Wrecking Ball singer also engaged in a heated argument with Nicki Minaj live on air.

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

The artist savored her success with a blissful celebration backstage following her drug-themed performance, by indulging in a joint.

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

Sending out air kisses: Miley appeared calm and at ease following her exciting 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 made a big comeback on Sunday evening when she took on the role of host for the MTV VMAs.

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

Letting loose: In the last show of the evening, Miley made sure to amp up the provocative factor to the max.

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

“Extend your tongues!” The celebrity then urged the crowd to imitate her suggestive action. When receiving the award for Best Hip-Hop video, Minaj made sure to address the host of the event for some remarks she had made recently. The 32-year-old rapper called out Miley towards the end of her speech, declaring, ‘And now let’s talk about this individual who had a lot to say about me in the media. What’s up?’ The 22-year-old singer, who was standing on a different section of the stage, responded by stating, ‘We all work in this industry, we’ve all done interviews, and we all understand how the media twists things. Nicki, congratulations.'”

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

Showdown: Miley Cyrus, known for her hit “Wrecking Ball,” engaged in a heated exchange with Nicki Minaj during a live TV appearance.

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 surpass your previous self? Miley went all out with her fashion choices, clearly aiming to exceed her past appearances on the show.

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

Making a grand entrance, Miley added a touch of psychedelia to the show. Even when her microphone was cut off, Nicki could still be seen shouting at Miley, who calmly reminded her of her past victories over adversity. The argument stemmed from a recent interview Miley gave to the New York Times, where she expressed her belief that Nicki had been self-centered during a Twitter dispute with Taylor Swift. The feud started when Nicki expressed her frustration over not receiving enough VMA nominations, leading to a response from Taylor. Despite Taylor and Nicki putting their differences aside and performing together at the VMAs, it seems like there might still be unresolved issues between Miley and Nicki.

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

Pushing boundaries: The show-off raised the bar for daring fashion on television.

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

I’ve got my eyes on you! In another outfit switch-up, two eyes were creatively used as a bra, while lips took center stage as the bottom.

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

Amidst a plethora of beautiful colors, Miley Cyrus seemed to have a hand in the vibrant background display, which showcased psychedelic patterns throughout the evening. In an earlier moment, Miley took the stage alongside Rita Ora and a group of elaborately costumed performers, encouraging the audience to shout “marijuana!” before snapping a selfie with a selfie stick. Playfully comparing her selfie to Ellen DeGeneres’ iconic Oscar selfie, Miley cheekily exclaimed, “Ellen you ain’t got nothing on this!” While Miley had Rita Ora and Kim Kardashian in her photo, Ellen’s group included 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

Describing it as outrageous would be an understatement: The pop singer just about managed to cover up with a daring 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

During the concert, Miley Cyrus invited Rita Ora, Kim Kardashian, and some performers in costumes to join her on stage. She encouraged the crowd to shout “marijuana!” before clicking a photo with a selfie stick.

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

Sitting back and taking it easy: While Kim took selfies with Miley, Kanye West was spotted chilling in the background.

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

Miley tried to top Ellen DeGeneres’ famous Oscars selfie, and while she didn’t quite succeed, it wasn’t a complete flop. As expected, she couldn’t resist sneaking in a drug reference within the first few minutes of the family-friendly show. But that was just the start – Miley managed to bring up smoking or eating marijuana in almost every segment. At one point, she and Tyga even indulged in some 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

‘Guess what’s coming next!’ Miley playfully hinted at a more daring outfit by sharing a belfie on Instagram, following her earlier post of a completely naked selfie earlier that day.

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

“I love smoking marijuana,” the celebrity proudly admitted.

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

During one moment, Miley shouted to Justin, “Give me a call when you’re legal!” before revealing her bodysuit under her trenchcoat. Another scene showed her enjoying a cannabis-infused brownie with Snoop Dog, who jokingly claimed her grandmother made it. After the cameras stopped rolling, she was captured smoking a joint backstage to celebrate her edgy performance. Despite her wild antics, Miley also shared some personal thoughts during the awards show, poking fun at the lack of a traditional host for the past two years.

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

Being coy: The self-professed hippie confidently strutted in her platform shoes while playfully flirting with Justin Bieber.

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

She exudes confidence! The singer is clearly comfortable in her own skin.

Behind the scenes: Miley switched outfits several times during the event. “I’ve done it all on the VMA stage, but still not qualified to host,” she joked. “Maybe MTV preferred me hosting over performing.”
An unexpected moment came when Kanye West declared his intention to run for president in 2020. Following his lengthy speech, where he confessed to using marijuana to relax before going on stage, Miley returned to hosting the show.

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

Nailing it: Jared Leto grabbed a quick 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 got very intimate and close with one another.

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

Looking back: The performer mentioned her most daring appearance on the program, dating back to 2013 alongside Robin Thicke. “Wow,” Miley started, “Now we see what Kanye acts like when he’s high!”

She also joked, “Kanye and I share another similarity – we’re both big fans of Kim Kardashian. Have you all checked out those nipples? I wish I was that baby in her belly!” However, there were also some unintentionally awkward moments thrown in (apart from the planned ones).

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

Striptease: The host was skilled at getting undressed with speed and confidence.

Shimmy: Miley shook off her festive coat

Shimmy: Miley gleefully shed her vibrant holiday jacket.

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

Embracing 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, in a shiny coat with a bodysuit, joked about Justin’s flying abilities before the emotional moment. Witnessing a different side of the usually rebellious 21-year-old, he struggled to contain his emotions as the audience cheered. Despite his reputation as pop’s bad boy, it was a moving sight to see him try to hide his tears before openly sobbing on stage.

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 narrowly escaping a wardrobe malfunction, Miley managed to keep her modesty intact right before she decided to flash her bare chest.

Sequinned: The star rocked a Seventies style

Sparkling in sequins, the celebrity flaunted a retro look inspired by the 1970s.

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

Entering with a fun twist, she glided down a colorful slide as she made her grand entrance on 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, wearing a vibrant, multi-colored coat that caught everyone’s attention. Unlike others, she stuck to her script, playfully flirting with a tearful star and jokingly telling him to give her a call “when he’s legal” before revealing a revealing bodysuit under her trenchcoat.

Stepping onto the red carpet at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles as the host of the event, Miley made sure to dazzle in a stunning silver outfit that left little to the imagination, showcasing her assets as she confidently strutted her stuff. Channeling her inner Barbarella, she channeled a futuristic vibe that set her apart from the rest of the celebrities in attendance.

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

Power! The talented emcee kept the audience energized throughout the show, entertaining them between acts and 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

Singer: The popular artist seems to have found some style cues from the Burning Man festival, starting in the United States next week.

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

Having a blast! The celebrity flaunted her love for expressing herself freely by constantly talking and keeping the conversation flowing.

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

Constantly hustling: The offspring of Billy Ray Cyrus showcased her go-to dance moves under the spotlight.

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

Miley Cyrus got cozy with her collaborator Wayne Coyne from The Flaming Lips at a recent event. Known for her attention-grabbing appearances in the past, the singer teased her outfit for the night by sharing a daring nude photo on Instagram. Adding a touch of modesty, Miley edited the image with pink stars covering certain areas. Excited for the event, she captioned the photo for her millions of followers, hinting at her early arrival at the VMAs as the host.

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 show her playful side, even when the cameras weren’t rolling.

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

Check this 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 

Always seeking attention, she wore a skin-tight dress and posed provocatively for a photo. The picture seemed to be taken in her bathroom early in the morning, judging by her tired expression and hand over her eye. Her father, the singer Billy Ray Cyrus, proudly shared some old photos on his Instagram on the same day. One of the pictures was from his successful era in the early Nineties after his hit song, Achy Breaky Heart. In the photo, a young Miley could be seen wearing a white dress while her proud father sported a mullet and a studded blue jacket in the background.

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

Filled with pride, Billy Ray embraced his daughter warmly behind the curtains following her electrifying show.

Winner: When 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 presented an avocado and a reusable bag backstage. Additionally, some photos from their shared Disney Channel show Hannah Montana were also shared, which aired between 2006 and 2011.

To build excitement among fans before the show, Miley uploaded videos on her Instagram account featuring her spending time with internet sensation Baddiewinkle. The 87-year-old internet personality, whose real name is Ruth Van Winkle, showed off a quirky social media persona as both had a good time backstage, dressed in outfits that resembled Miley’s signature style.

Her appearances at the VMAs have been unforgettable. In 2013, her performance with Robin Thicke, including the famous foam finger incident, made headlines. The following year, in 2014, she made a touching gesture by inviting homeless youth Jesse Helt, her date for the night, on stage to accept her Video of the Year award for Wrecking Ball on her behalf.

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

Fans were surprised when the 22-year-old made her grand entrance on the red carpet for the MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday.

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

In the modern era of space exploration, the singer of the popular song “Party In The USA” confidently flaunted her bold fashion choices, including revealing some skin.

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 be constantly energized, exhibiting a level of vitality that was almost superhuman. She was already in full performance mode on the red carpet before the live telecast even started.

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

Definitely not a moment to miss! Miley confidently made her way down the red carpet, with a swarm of photographers capturing her every move. But the moment that really stood out was when she shared the stage with Thicke, engaging in some risqué dance moves.

The 38-year-old singer and Miley performed his popular song Blurred Lines, where Miley quickly changed into a skimpy gold bikini. She didn’t waste any time getting up close and personal with Thicke, shaking her behind in his face and practically draping herself over him during the performance.

Miley, with her trademark tongue-out pose, seemed to be thoroughly enjoying herself as she danced around the singer, who looked sharp in a striped suit. Thicke’s then-wife, Paula Patton, was in the audience witnessing the bold performance. The couple later split in 2014 and finalized their divorce in 2015.

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 is important: Tish Cyrus, carrying a stylish Kotur clutch, was seen walking down the arrivals carpet with her loved ones – including actors Braison Cyrus, Noah Cyrus, music artist Billy Ray Cyrus, actress Brandi Glenn Cyrus, and host Miley.

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

Making a grand entrance: 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 father, Billy Ray Cyrus, appeared quite thrilled about the upcoming event. He shared a throwback photo from his glory days in the 90s.

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

Superstar pair: The 54-year-old vocalist also posted some photos from their joint project on the Disney Channel, a series named Hannah Montana that was broadcasted from 2006 to 2011.

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

Controversial: Miley Cyrus and internet sensation Baddie Winkle posed for a photo together before the live broadcast tonight. In a surprising turn of events, Miley decided to use her platform for good in 2014, choosing to send a homeless youth to accept her award for Wrecking Ball at an awards show. As the young man, Jesse, spoke about the charity My Friend’s Place, which helps homeless youth in Hollywood, Miley was visibly moved to tears in the audience. Despite some backlash from the crowd for not accepting the award herself, Miley updated her Facebook page during the broadcast with a video on how fans could 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 pop star got fans excited by sharing some videos of herself chilling with the 87-year-old internet sensation.

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