Miley Cyrus Celebrates 20 Years of 'Hannah Montana' with Anniversary Special

The star-studded premiere of the 'Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special' takes place in Los Angeles.

Mar. 25, 2026 at 1:00am

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Miley Cyrus and her former 'Hannah Montana' co-stars gathered in Los Angeles for the world premiere of the 'Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special' on Disney+ and Hulu. The event celebrated two decades since the hit Disney Channel series first premiered, with Cyrus reflecting on the show's legacy and impact.

Why it matters

The 'Hannah Montana' series was a cultural phenomenon that launched Miley Cyrus to stardom and helped define a generation of Disney Channel viewers. The anniversary special provides an opportunity for fans to revisit the show's iconic moments and see how the cast has evolved over the past 20 years.

The details

The premiere event at the El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles was attended by Cyrus, her fiancé Maxx Morando, her family, and several of her former co-stars including Jason Earles, Moises Arias, Cody Linley, Anna Maria Perez de Tagle, and Shanica Knowles. The special, hosted by Alex Cooper of the 'Call Her Daddy' podcast, features Cyrus revisiting memorable scenes from the show and performing some of her hit songs.

  • The 'Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special' premiered on March 23, 2026.
  • The original 'Hannah Montana' series debuted on the Disney Channel in 2006.

The players

Miley Cyrus

The actress who starred as Miley Stewart/Hannah Montana in the hit Disney Channel series.

Alex Cooper

The host of the 'Call Her Daddy' podcast who hosted the 'Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special'.

Maxx Morando

Miley Cyrus' fiancé who attended the premiere event.

Tish Cyrus-Purcell

Miley Cyrus' mother who attended the premiere event.

Brandi Cyrus

Miley Cyrus' sister who attended the premiere event.

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What they’re saying

“Without you all, this show would have never been what it is. Tonight isn't about looking back into the past, but it's about what it means to us still tonight.”

— Miley Cyrus

What’s next

The 'Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special' is available to stream now on Disney+ and Hulu.

The takeaway

The 'Hannah Montana' anniversary special is a nostalgic celebration of the show's enduring legacy and impact on a generation of fans, showcasing how Miley Cyrus and her co-stars have evolved over the past two decades.