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Miley Cyrus Teases Hannah Montana Special Ahead of Disney+ Premiere

3/19/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Miley Cyrus, the singer and actress, said in a Variety interview she promoted a Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special before Disney planned it.
Inspired by advice from her godmother, Dolly Parton, Cyrus began teasing the project to generate interest.
She emphasized the show's importance to fans, stating, "It's not just a TV show."
The Disney+ special will air on March 24.
It will feature performances and a cameo from Selena Gomez.

History

Historical Context

"Hannah Montana," created by Michael Poryes, premiered on March 24, 2006, on Disney Channel, quickly becoming a cultural phenomenon with over 4 million viewers weekly. The series, which ran until January 16, 2011, showcased Miley Cyrus's dual life as a teenager and pop star, influencing youth culture and marking a significant shift in Disney's programming strategy towards music-centric content.

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Story summary

Miley Cyrus, the singer and actress, said in a Variety interview she promoted a Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special before Disney planned it.
Inspired by advice from her godmother, Dolly Parton, Cyrus began teasing the project to generate interest.
She emphasized the show's importance to fans, stating, "It's not just a TV show."
The Disney+ special will air on March 24.
It will feature performances and a cameo from Selena Gomez.

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