Ready Your Blonde Wigs, A Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special Is Officially Coming
Twenty years ago, March 2006 to be exact, modern pop culture was changed with the premiere of Hannah Montana on the Disney Channel. The show, which followed a teenager named Miley Stewart who lived a double life as pop star Hannah Montana and her wacky adventures navigating high school and being a public figure, became an instant hit. It was a phenomenon as one of Disney’s biggest shows, ultimately running for four seasons and a movie sequel, Hannah Montana: The Movie.
The show’s success turned Miley Cyrus into a household name as Hannah, and her signature blonde wig and 2000s maximalist style cemented themselves as pop culture icons. Its impact even led to Miley being named a Disney Legend in 2024. Whether it’s throwbacks or clips from the series going viral on social media, the show still holds cultural relevancy. And as it approaches its two-decade birthday in March, Hannah Montana is back to the forefront for a special celebration.
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In time for the show’s 20th anniversary in March, Miley Cyrus and Disney announced that the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special is coming and will stream on Disney+ on March 24. Over the past few months, Miley has been teasing that she has something planned for the show’s 20th birthday, with her dropping hints in interviews and posting throwback photos on social media. With the announcement, it’s the official reveal of what may be one of the biggest pop culture moments of 2026, which many fans have been waiting for.
The special, which Disney describes will “celebrate the iconic series that defined a generation — exactly two decades after its Disney Channel debut”, will be filmed in front of a live studio audience. Miley will be interviewed by Alex Cooper, the host of the Call Her Daddy podcast, for an in-depth conversation that will “offer an intimate look at the creation of one of pop culture’s most iconic characters and the lasting impact the show and character have had on fans around the world.”
Throughout the program, Miley will reminisce on iconic moments from the show as some of the series’ memorable sets will be recreated just for the special, such as the Hannah Montana closet and the Stewart family living room. The program will also feature never-before-seen archival footage as an extra treat for fans. And yes, you can expect the music to be a part of the special, with Disney teasing in a press release that “There will also be some familiar notes that find their way back into the spotlight.” Whether that means surprise performances, reworks of hit tracks, or even covers, we’ll have to wait and see, but it will be exciting nonetheless to see these songs gain further recognition.
“‘Hannah Montana’ will always be a part of who I am. What started as a TV show became a shared experience that shaped my life and the lives of so many fans, and I’ll always be thankful for that connection,” said Miley Cyrus in a statement. “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’ve stood by me for 20 years.”
Hannah Montana, as a show and a character, has left a mark on pop culture. It helped raise a generation who connected with the relatability of Miley Stewart and the aspirations of Hannah Montana. And the songs, such as Nobody’s Perfect, Ordinary Girl, and The Climb, are straight bops. The special ‘Hannahversary’ serves as both a fun, nostalgic throwback for many fans who grew up watching the show and a reminder of her lasting impact. And who knows, this may lead to Miley Cyrus reprising her signature role down the line in one form or another.
Featured Image and Photos: Miley Cyrus (via INSTAGRAM), Disney (via WEBSITE)
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