5 Shocking Revelations About Lil Xan And Noah Cyrus’s ‘Fake’ Relationship And The Viral Crying Selfie
The short-lived, tumultuous romance between rapper Lil Xan and pop singer Noah Cyrus remains one of the most explosive and controversial celebrity pairings of the late 2010s. What began as a whirlwind, seemingly passionate connection quickly devolved into a public spectacle of cheating accusations and claims of corporate manipulation. Even now, years after their dramatic split, the former couple continues to make headlines, most recently with the resurfacing of the drama surrounding Lil Xan’s baby announcement and Noah’s raw, emotional response.
This deep dive, updated for December 2025, goes beyond the surface-level gossip to explore the full timeline, the serious allegations that the relationship was a marketing stunt orchestrated by their shared label, and the lasting impact the messy split had on both Diego Leanos and the youngest member of the famous Cyrus family.
The Profiles: Lil Xan and Noah Cyrus Biography
To truly understand the dynamic of this brief but intense pairing, it is essential to look at the backgrounds of the two artists who collided in 2018.
Nicholas Diego Leanos (Lil Xan)
- Full Name: Nicholas Diego Leanos
- Stage Name: Lil Xan (or simply Diego)
- Born: September 6, 1996, in Redlands, California.
- Career Peak: Rose to prominence with his 2017 hit single "Betrayed," which addressed his struggles with Xanax addiction.
- Music Collective: Founded the *Xanarchy* collective.
- Post-Breakup: Has been vocal about his journey to *sobriety* and his battle with drug use.
Noah Lindsey Cyrus
- Full Name: Noah Lindsey Cyrus
- Born: January 8, 2000, in Nashville, Tennessee.
- Family: Youngest daughter of country star *Billy Ray Cyrus* and *Tish Cyrus*. Younger sister to pop icon *Miley Cyrus* and musician *Trace Cyrus*.
- Career: Began as a child actress before launching a successful music career with her 2016 debut single "Make Me (Cry)."
- Accolades: Nominated for Best New Artist at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards.
The Whirlwind Romance and Messy Instagram Breakup
Lil Xan and Noah Cyrus first made their relationship public in July 2018, quickly becoming an 'it' couple in the music world. Their connection was intense and immediate, marked by frequent public appearances and social media posts. The relationship served as a powerful promotional tool, culminating in the release of their collaborative single, "Live or Die," in August 2018.
The couple appeared together at the *MTV Video Music Awards* (VMAs) in August 2018, just weeks before their relationship imploded. The speed and public nature of their romance were mirrored by the speed and messiness of their split.
The Cheating Accusations and the 'Clara's Video' Drama
The breakup drama unfolded entirely on Instagram over Labor Day weekend in September 2018. The accusations flew thick and fast, with both parties claiming the other had cheated.
- Noah Cyrus's Allegation: Noah claimed she saw a photo of Lil Xan that appeared to show a hickey on his neck.
- Lil Xan's Allegation: Lil Xan fired back, accusing Noah of cheating and citing a meme of Charlie Puth with the caption "Clara's video." He claimed the meme was a signal that she had been unfaithful. The cryptic "Clara's video" reference quickly became a viral meme and a shorthand for the entire messy ordeal.
The singer responded to the torrent of accusations with an emotional, now-deleted Instagram Story, stating she was "confused and concerned" and that she was trying to figure things out.
The 'Fake Relationship' Claim: Orchestrated by Columbia Records?
Perhaps the most shocking revelation to come out of the post-breakup drama was Lil Xan’s repeated claim that the entire relationship was a sham. The rapper alleged that his relationship with Noah Cyrus was not genuine but a calculated marketing move.
In a series of now-deleted Instagram stories, Diego Leanos suggested that the relationship was entirely "orchestrated by *Columbia Records*," the record label to which both artists were signed. The timing of their public relationship and the release of their duet "Live or Die" lent some credence to the theory that the pairing was primarily a promotional vehicle.
Noah Cyrus vehemently denied these serious claims, urging her ex to "just let it go" and stop lying. While the truth remains disputed, the allegation exposed the darker, more calculated side of the music industry and the pressure placed on young artists to create buzz, regardless of the emotional cost.
Life After The Split: Sobriety, New Partners, and the Crying Selfie Update
Following the 2018 breakup, both artists focused on their respective careers and personal lives, though the ties to their dramatic past occasionally resurface.
Lil Xan’s Sobriety and Fatherhood
In the years after the split, Lil Xan has been open about his struggles with addiction, a theme central to his early music. He has sought treatment and spoken publicly about his journey toward *sobriety*, expressing a clearer outlook on life and even offering praise to Noah Cyrus despite the "sloppy" way their relationship ended.
In 2019, just five months after the public split, Lil Xan announced that he was expecting his first child with his new girlfriend, *Annie Smith*.
Noah Cyrus’s Viral Crying Selfie (Updated September 2024)
The announcement of Lil Xan’s impending fatherhood in 2019 triggered the most viral post-breakup moment. Hours after the news broke, Noah Cyrus shared a raw, uncaptioned selfie to her Instagram Story that appeared to show her crying.
The image, widely interpreted as her emotional *reaction to Lil Xan’s baby news*, instantly went viral, fueling further speculation about the depth of her feelings for the rapper and the pain the breakup had caused. The photo serves as a powerful, non-verbal commentary on the emotional fallout of their highly publicized relationship. Even in late September 2024, the "crying selfie" and the drama surrounding the baby announcement continued to be referenced in updated news reports, highlighting the enduring nature of the scandal in pop culture.
Today, Noah Cyrus continues to build a critically acclaimed music career, distancing herself from the tabloid drama, while Lil Xan focuses on his personal life and maintaining his sobriety journey. Their brief, explosive romance may have ended quickly, but the questions about its authenticity and the drama of its fallout ensure that the names "Lil Xan" and "Noah Cyrus" remain permanently linked in the annals of celebrity scandal.
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