Oh, that? Nothing much, just the sound of Smilers legit everywhere screaming, crying, and/or throwing up because Hannah Montana Miley Cyrus sadly didn’t make it to this year’s VMAs.

Cyrus wasn’t alone in this type of legal ... The debate exploded as fans (Miley’s ever-loyal “Smilers”) hit social media. Why should a star need “permission” to post a pic of herself?

Related: Miley Cyrus Nails Dress Down Cool on Shopping ... my music LOVED around the world is the real trophy." "To my Smilers — I celebrate YOU today. Your joy is my bliss," she added.