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Miley Cyrus Reflects on Childhood, Celebrates 'Hannah Montana' Reunion

3/19/2026

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Miley Cyrus told Variety that Billy Ray Cyrus protected her from abuse by being on set during Hannah Montana.
She said her parents did not rely on her fame for stability, letting her focus on her career.
Their relationship included a two-year estrangement, but they reconciled, and Cyrus's song Secrets moved Billy Ray to tears.
A Disney+ special celebrating Hannah Montana's 20th anniversary will premiere on March 24.

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Miley Cyrus told Variety that Billy Ray Cyrus protected her from abuse by being on set during Hannah Montana.
She said her parents did not rely on her fame for stability, letting her focus on her career.
Their relationship included a two-year estrangement, but they reconciled, and Cyrus's song Secrets moved Billy Ray to tears.
A Disney+ special celebrating Hannah Montana's 20th anniversary will premiere on March 24.