Miley Cyrus’ ‘Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special’ Release Date
Miley Cyrus is returning to her Disney roots, with the celebrated singer officially joining the “Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special” on Disney+.
“Hannah Montana will always be a part of who I am. What started as a TV show became a shared experience that has shaped my life and the lives of so many fans, and I will always be grateful for that connection,” said Cyrus. “The fact that it still means so much to people all these years later is something I’m very proud of. This ‘Hannahversary’ is my way of celebrating and thanking the fans who have supported me for twenty years.”
The special debuts on Disney+ on March 24. The special is filmed in front of a live studio audience and features an interview with Cyrus, hosted by Alex Cooper. Cyrus will revisit iconic moments from the show, as well as never-before-seen footage and recreations from the show’s sets. Disney also promises that “there will also be some familiar notes making their way back into the spotlight.”
“’Hannah Montana’ opened the door for so many fans to dream big, sing loud and embrace every side of themselves, which is why its legacy continues to shine for generations,” said Ayo Davis, president of Disney Branded Television. “Collaborating with Miley on this special is a dream, and we want it to be a love letter to the fans who are still as passionate as they were when the series debuted nearly two decades ago.”
“Hannah Montana” shot Cyrus to fame when it first debuted in 2006. The show ultimately ran on Disney Channel for four seasons, during which time it earned four Emmy nominations for outstanding children’s program.
The show and its characters have also been featured in a wide variety of merchandise and video games. Disney has also released two “Hannah Montana” films: the concert film “Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert” and the feature film “Hannah Montana: The Movie.” As for the music in the show, it has spawned 14 platinum and 18 gold albums.
