Leave Miley alone, says Justin
2008-05-07 14:07
Los Angeles - Justin Timberlake has defended singer Miley Cyrus's decision to pose for a provocative shoot for a US magazine.
The 15-year-old star appeared on the cover of the current issue of Vanity Fair draped in nothing but a sheet.
He said: "Of course they're going to pick on a wholesome young American female at the first sign of anything. It's the way the world is. I'm going to make 'Leave Miley Alone' T-shirts."
Meanwhile, Miley Cyrus has thanked her fans for their support over the Vanity Fair photo scandal.
She praised everyone who has stuck by her during a Disney Channel Games concert in Florida at the weekend.
After spotting a fan holding a placard which read, "I'm praying for you", Miley told the crowd: "I can't be more appreciative of that".
Last week, Miley issued a statement apologising for the controversial pictures, which were taken by world famous photographer Annie Leibovitz.
She said: "I took part in a photo shoot that was supposed to be 'artistic' and now, seeing the photographs and reading the story, I feel so embarrassed. I never intended for any of this to happen and I apologise to my fans who I care so deeply about." - Bang Showbiz.com