Miley Cyrus Teases 'Hannah Montana' 20th Anniversary Plans

The pop star shares throwback photos as she prepares to celebrate the milestone.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Miley Cyrus has been reminiscing about her 'Hannah Montana' days as the popular Disney Channel series approaches its 20th anniversary in March. The singer has shared several throwback photos on Instagram, including one of her in full Hannah regalia backstage at a concert, a close-up of a bedazzled 'HM' shirt, and a box of old scripts. Cyrus has said she wants to 'honor the longevity' of her relationship with fans and 'celebrate' how the show became the reality of her life.

Why it matters

Miley Cyrus' role as Hannah Montana was a career-defining part that catapulted her to stardom as a teenager. The show's 20th anniversary is a significant milestone that will likely bring back fond memories for many fans who grew up watching the series.

The details

In December, Cyrus told Billboard she had a specific goal for the Hannah Montana anniversary, which was to 'honor just the longevity of the relationship that we've built' with fans. She said she wants to celebrate how the show 'became the reality' of her life. Earlier this year, Cyrus told Variety she was 'working hard' on the anniversary plans, teasing that fans should look out for her new bangs hairstyle.

  • The Hannah Montana series premiered in March 2006.
  • The show's 20th anniversary is coming up in March 2026.

The players

Miley Cyrus

An American singer, songwriter, and actress who rose to fame as the star of the Disney Channel television series Hannah Montana.

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What they’re saying

“What I wanna do is really kinda honor just the longevity of the relationship that we've built. For me, I love looking back at the growth of both of us, because it's very rare that someone grows up with their fanbase.”

— Miley Cyrus (Billboard)

“Hannah Montana, it outgrew the kind of fantasy. It became the reality of my life. And something that was just about kind of a regular girl getting to have this extraordinary life by being almost someone that she's not, and then turning my life into having this life because of being who I really am and authenticity.”

— Miley Cyrus (Billboard)

What’s next

Cyrus is expected to share more details about her plans to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Hannah Montana in the coming months.

The takeaway

Miley Cyrus' nostalgia for her Hannah Montana days shows the enduring impact the show had on her life and career. As she prepares to mark the 20th anniversary, her reflections highlight the unique bond she developed with her fanbase over the years.