Miley Cyrus is celebrating her latest achievement with heartfelt gratitude, thanking Pamela Anderson for sharing her success. The Grammy-winning artist’s new single, “Beautiful That Way,” which was written for Gia Coppola’s film The Last Showgirl, recently earned a Golden Globe nomination for Best Original Song – Motion Picture.
The announcement of Cyrus’ nomination came as a beautiful coincidence, just after the release of the song on December 9. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Cyrus expressed her thanks to the legendary Pamela Anderson, 57, and the film’s director Gia Coppola, 37, for the opportunity to contribute to the project.
“It’s an honor to be nominated for Best Original Song alongside my incredible collaborators Andrew Wyatt and Lykke Li at the Golden Globes & Critics Choice Awards,” Cyrus shared. “Pamela is graciously sharing her moment with us, and I’m so proud to watch her shine in this new phase of her career,” she continued, referencing Anderson’s role in The Last Showgirl. This marks a new chapter for the actress, who is gaining serious awards attention after 35 years in Hollywood.
Cyrus ended the post with gratitude for Coppola, writing, “Thank you Gia Coppola for inviting me to be a part of your gem The Last Showgirl.” Her words reflect the deep admiration she has for both the film and the people involved in its creation.
In a subsequent interview with Variety, Cyrus further elaborated on the inspiration behind the song and her connection to Anderson. “Pamela is deeply embedded into my earliest memories with my mother,” Cyrus revealed. “We both worshipped Pam and still do. The emotion I carry from those times with my mom, as well as the few moments we’ve shared with Pam, all made it into the music.”
Cyrus also spoke about the powerful message of The Last Showgirl, a film that explores the evolution of its characters and the journey of self-discovery. “I celebrate evolution, and Pamela has done that in such a graceful way,” she said. “It’s reflected in The Last Showgirl, where you see her embodying strength and vulnerability in such a profound way.”
In the film, Anderson portrays Shelly, a seasoned Las Vegas dancer faced with the end of the long-running show that has defined her career. As she navigates a crossroads in her life, Shelly struggles to rebuild her relationship with her daughter, played by Billie Lourd. The film, which also stars Jamie Lee Curtis, Dave Bautista, Kiernan Shipka, and Brenda Song, explores themes of reinvention and redemption.
Anderson, who has long been a pop culture icon, is receiving well-deserved accolades for her performance in The Last Showgirl. In a statement celebrating her Golden Globe nomination, Anderson expressed her gratitude for the recognition and thanked the team behind the film. “I share this beautiful nomination with The Last Showgirl Family, my family, and my hardworking companions on this interesting journey,” she said. “It is never too late to dream, to start again, to stay open to possibilities — we are not all so lucky.”
Reflecting on her personal journey, Anderson added, “I wish everyone my love and thanks while I navigate this new exciting chapter.”
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