A Comprehensive Timeline of Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth's Relationship

Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth have called it quits after seven months of marriage. The two first met on the set of The Last Song in 2009 and dated on and off for ten years. They appeared to have a solid relationship after tying the knot in a low-key wedding celebration on Dec. 23, 2018, but they ultimately decided to part ways in August. To get you all caught up on what led us to this point, look back on all the ups and downs of Miley and Liam's epic saga.

— Additional reporting by Brea Cubit

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Summer 2009: Miley and Liam Film The Last Song
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Summer 2009: Miley and Liam Film The Last Song

And it's magic. The screen is practically exploding with chemistry.

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Early 2010: Miley and Liam Begin to Spend Time Together in Public
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Early 2010: Miley and Liam Begin to Spend Time Together in Public

The pair is spotted holding hands in Australia. He's smitten, she's smitten, we're all smitten.

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Spring 2010: The New Couple Starts Attending Events Together
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Spring 2010: The New Couple Starts Attending Events Together

Award shows, premieres, parties, you name it. Miley's all, "Is he really mine? Is this real life?"

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August 2010: Miley and Liam Break Up
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August 2010: Miley and Liam Break Up

This marks the first breakup for the couple. Sometimes it works out and sometimes it doesn't.

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September 2010: They're Back Together Again!
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September 2010: They're Back Together Again!

Oh, phew! A month later, the romance is back on! Maybe everything will be OK after all!

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November 2010: The Second Breakup
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November 2010: The Second Breakup

The couple's next split comes just months after the first. Quit playing games with our hearts, guys. Each time it gets harder than the last.

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June 2012: They're Engaged!
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June 2012: They're Engaged!

They did it! Miley confirms the news with glowing comments. Hooray!

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August 2012: Miley Gets a Drastic Haircut
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August 2012: Miley Gets a Drastic Haircut

It's clear Miley's going through some big changes, inside and out, when she chops off all her hair.

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December 2012: The 2 Take a Romantic Vacation
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December 2012: The 2 Take a Romantic Vacation

. . . And we all remember what a treat it is to see Liam shirtless.

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January 2013: Rumors Swirl of Trouble in Paradise
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January 2013: Rumors Swirl of Trouble in Paradise

Miley's not wearing her ring, and Liam's spending time away. Whether or not the two are still together, it's all speculation at this point.

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August 2013: Miley and Liam Reunite For a Red Carpet Appearance
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August 2013: Miley and Liam Reunite For a Red Carpet Appearance

You see? As Miley supports Liam at the Paranoia premiere, we realize there's still hope!

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August 2013: Miley's Infamous Twerking Rocks the VMAs
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August 2013: Miley's Infamous Twerking Rocks the VMAs

Is Miley's VMAs performance the last straw? There's no way of knowing. Either way, the Hannah Montana days are clearly over.

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Early September 2013: Miley Bares All in "Wrecking Ball" Video (Literally and Figuratively)
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Early September 2013: Miley Bares All in "Wrecking Ball" Video (Literally and Figuratively)

Everything's hitting a little too close to home as Miley licks sledgehammers and rides a wrecking ball while nude in the music video for her new single.

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September 2013: Miley Unfollows Liam on Twitter
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September 2013: Miley Unfollows Liam on Twitter

Miley stops following her fiancé on Twitter, which was definitely a strange move. And yet, at a time where the public is scrutinizing every move, it's telling. How long before Miley unfollows Liam in real life?

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September 2013: The Engagement Is Officially Called Off
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September 2013: The Engagement Is Officially Called Off

Miley and Liam call it quits in yet another breakup. Everyone's like, "I was rooting for you! We were all rooting for you!"

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The Very Next Day: Liam Is Caught Making Out With Someone Else
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The Very Next Day: Liam Is Caught Making Out With Someone Else

Say it isn't so! Liam's spotted laying his lips on Mexican singer Eiza Gonzalez right after the official announcement is made. Well, we think, that didn't take long.

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January 2016: Rumors of Reconciliation
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January 2016: Rumors of Reconciliation

After more than two years, a lot of time has passed. Miley has a relationship with Patrick Schwarzenegger in the interim. Then, she begins wearing a ring that looks an awful lot like the ring Liam gave her. Rumor has it that the pair is back on.

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Late January 2016: The Engagement Officially Resumes
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Late January 2016: The Engagement Officially Resumes

After weeks of rumors, the two are officially engaged again. Holla!

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March 2016: Another Appearance With the Ring
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March 2016: Another Appearance With the Ring

Things get pretty quiet after the engagement officially resumes. Miley goes to a basketball game with her sister, though, and she's still wearing Liam's ring. Deep breaths, everyone.

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April 2016: Spotted Together Again
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April 2016: Spotted Together Again

Although they reconcile in January, the pair doesn't appear in public together until they go out to lunch in LA.

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May 2016: Liam Talks About Their Relationship in GQ
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May 2016: Liam Talks About Their Relationship in GQ

In an interview with GQ, Liam opens up about their 2013 split, saying, "But at the time we were going in different directions and it's just what needed to happen. We were both super young and it was a good decision at the time — we both needed that." He then practically confirms that they're back together, adding, "People will figure it out, they already have. . . . They're not dumb."

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August 2016: They Have a Singing Session in the Car
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August 2016: They Have a Singing Session in the Car

Liam and Miley re-create the car-singing scene from The Last Song when jamming out to Justin Bieber's "Love Yourself" while cruising along.

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October 2016: Miley Talks About Her Engagement Ring on The Ellen DeGeneres Show

Engagement rumors die down but revive after Miley posts a photo of the ring on social media. During an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Miley confirms that it's an engagement ring but never says she and Liam plan to wed. Instead, she says it's a sign of their commitment to each other. It's a little confusing, but, you know, semantics.

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November 2016: They Attend a Photography Exhibit

Miley and Liam show up to support Vijat Mohindra's first solo photography exhibition at the Museum as Retail Space Gallery in LA.

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November 2016: Liam Gives Miley a Birthday Shout-Out

He calls her his "favorite little angel" on her 24th birthday. Awww!

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December 2016: The Lovebirds Celebrate Christmas Together

Get a load of those sweaters!

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January 2017: Miley Wishes Liam a Happy Birthday
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January 2017: Miley Wishes Liam a Happy Birthday

Miley shares a silly photo of her and Liam on the actor's 27th birthday. "You have been my best friend since the day we met.....I am beyond lucky to share sooooo [many] animals with you!!!" she captions the post.

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February 2017: Miley and Liam Spend Valentine’s Day Together

The two go on a cute outdoor date with their pups.

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May 2017: Miley Releases Her Song “Malibu,” Which Is About Liam

When discussing the reason she wrote the song, Miley tells Billboard, "They're going to talk about me if I come out of a restaurant with Liam. So why not put the power back in my relationship and say, 'This is how I feel'?"

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September 2017: Miley Denies Wedding Plans
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September 2017: Miley Denies Wedding Plans

"I don't envision marriage. I'm 24. I hope I get to live a little bit more. I have too much living to do [before I get married]," the singer tells The Sun. "Three years ago, if you'd asked me if I'd be here, this happy with this man, I'd have been stunned. I'm just riding this out. In some relationships, you lose yourself by being with someone else. Actually, it made me find myself more. I have no idea what the next three years will bring, but if it's possible to get even happier, I'll take it."

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September 2017: Liam Promotes Miley's New Album With a Sweet Post

Now that's a supportive boyfriend.

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October 2017: They Make Their First Red Carpet Appearance in 4 Years
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October 2017: They Make Their First Red Carpet Appearance in 4 Years

They support Liam's brother Chris at the premiere of Thor: Ragnarok, and it's quite the red carpet comeback.

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November 2017: Miley and Liam Appear in a Sketch on Saturday Night Live

Liam makes a hilarious cameo in a segment with Miley.

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December 2017: It's Another Holiday Celebration

Liam spends the season with his "Christmas angel."

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February 2018: Miley Wishes Liam a Happy Valentine's Day

Miley posts this video of herself in lingerie while holding a heart with the name "LiLi" (Miley's nickname for Liam) inside of it.

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March 2018: The Two Hit the Red Carpet on Oscars Night
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March 2018: The Two Hit the Red Carpet on Oscars Night

Liam and Miley look absolutely stunning when they arrive at Elton John's annual AIDS Foundation viewing party.

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That Same Night: They Attended the Vanity Fair Afterparty
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That Same Night: They Attended the Vanity Fair Afterparty

What a duo!

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August 2018: Liam and Miley Take a Relaxing Walk Together

Liam posts a cute selfie with Miley (and their Chihuahua named Bean) months after false rumors claim they broke up.

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November 2018: Their Malibu Home Burns Down

Unfortunately, Miley and Liam lose their home in the devastating California Woolsey Fire. Liam posts a photo of their house, and Miley takes to Twitter to talk about the tragedy. "Completely devastated by the fires affecting my community," she writes. "I am one of the lucky ones. My animals and LOVE OF MY LIFE made it out safely and that's all that matters right now. My house no longer stands, but the memories shared with family and friends stand strong. I am grateful for all I have left."

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December 2018: Miley Talks About Liam's Heroic Act During the Fire

In an interview with Howard Stern, Miley reveals that Liam saved their animals from the fire when they were evacuating. "He was so incredible," she says. "He got all the animals out in his truck. He put two pigs in crates, which I tell you is so hard. I said, 'How did you get them out?' And he said the only thing he could do was get a really powerful hose and spray them in the ass. So he just chased the pigs into a crate, which was genius."

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January 2019: Miley and Liam Make Their First Public Outing as a Married Couple
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January 2019: Miley and Liam Make Their First Public Outing as a Married Couple

The two attend the G'Day USA Gala in Culver City, CA, where Liam receives the excellence in film award for his work in Independence Day and The Hunger Games. During his acceptance speech, Liam gives Miley a special shout-out, saying, "Thank you to my beautiful wife. You are a sweet, sweet angel. Yeah, I love you, you're great."

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February 2019: They Celebrate Their First Valentine's Day as Spouses

Miley wishes her beau a happy Valentine's Day with a cheeky post before sharing never-before-seen pictures from their wedding.

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February 2019: The Lovebirds Hit Up an Oscars Afterparty
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February 2019: The Lovebirds Hit Up an Oscars Afterparty

Miley and Liam strike a pose at Vanity Fair's annual Oscars afterparty.

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February 2019: Liam and Miley Support the Women's Cancer Research Fund
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February 2019: Liam and Miley Support the Women's Cancer Research Fund

The two look in love at the the Women's Cancer Research Fund's Unforgettable Evening Gala.

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March 2019: Liam Celebrates Miley's Appearance on RuPaul's Drag Race

The duo flashes a couple of smiles in honor of Miley's achievement.

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April 2019: Liam and Miley Stunt on the Avengers: Endgame Red Carpet
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April 2019: Liam and Miley Stunt on the Avengers: Endgame Red Carpet

They show up looking like a power couple to support Liam's brother Chris.

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May 2019: Liam Says He Wants to Have Kids With Miley
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May 2019: Liam Says He Wants to Have Kids With Miley

In an interview with GQ, Liam reveals he and Miley want to have kids "one day," adding, "Once we don't have so many dogs. You couldn't bring a baby into our house right now. But one day, we'll know when it's right. But right now? Not for the time being." When asked about how many babies he wants, he says that he'd like "10, 15, maybe 20."

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May 2019: Miley and Liam Make Their Met Gala Debut as a Couple
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May 2019: Miley and Liam Make Their Met Gala Debut as a Couple

Miley shows Liam the ropes at his first-ever Met Gala appearance before they go to an afterparty.

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June 2019: They Step Out For a Fashion Show
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June 2019: They Step Out For a Fashion Show

Miley and Liam rock matching outfits while attending the Saint Laurent fashion show in Malibu, CA.

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August 2019: Miley Calls Her and Liam's Marriage "Complex and Modern"
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August 2019: Miley Calls Her and Liam's Marriage "Complex and Modern"

In an interview for Elle's August issue, Miley opens up about her and Liam's relationship. "I think it's very confusing to people that I'm married, but my relationship is unique . . . It's so complex and modern and new that I don't think we're in a place where people would get it," she says. "I'm in a hetero relationship, but I still am very sexually attracted to women. I made a partner decision. This is the person I feel has my back the most. I definitely don't fit into a stereotypical wife role."

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August 2019: Miley and Liam Separate
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August 2019: Miley and Liam Separate

While vacationing in Italy, Miley isn't wearing her wedding ring and is spotted kissing Kaitlynn Carter. Miley's rep then confirms that she and Liam have split, seven months after their wedding. "Ever-evolving, changing as partners and individuals, they have decided this is what's best while they both focus on themselves and careers," the rep said in a statement. "They still remain dedicated parents to all of their animals they share while lovingly taking this time apart. Please respect their process and privacy."