Entertainment

Miley Cyrus's VMA Performance Was Ridiculous, But It Wasn't Racist

Can't Be Tamed

Cyrus’s scandalous VMAs performance was many things. But racist, as some are arguing, is not one of them.

articles/2013/08/26/miley-cyrus-s-vma-performance-was-ridiculous-but-it-wasn-t-racist/miley-cyrus-racist-tease_iqfz5z
Kevin Mazur / Getty Images

Americans have abided by their hallowed annual tradition this Monday: being scandalized by a pop star’s antics at the previous night’s MTV Video Music Awards.

articles/2013/08/26/miley-cyrus-s-vma-performance-was-ridiculous-but-it-wasn-t-racist/miley-cyrus-racist-tease_wk5eln

The recipient of this year’s Madonna in a wedding dress/Britney in a glittery thong/Kanye West “I’mma let you finish…” water-cooler buzz is Miley Cyrus, who personified...

We think “subscriber” would look good on you. Join now to unlock access.

Don't miss this subscriber exclusive article.