Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special Set for March 24 — fans can’t believe it (hannah montana)
A long-rumored television event has been confirmed: a 20th anniversary special marking the legacy of Hannah Montana will air March 24, 2026 (ET). The programme reunites the show’s star for an in-depth interview, promises never-before-seen footage from the original series and is expected to be filmed in front of a live studio audience.
What to expect from the anniversary special
The special centers on an exclusive interview with Miley Cyrus, who rose to fame playing a teenager leading a double life as a high-school student and pop star. The interview will be conducted by podcaster Alex Cooper and is billed as an intimate look at the creation of the original series and its global cultural reach. Producers say the hour will also include archival clips that have not yet been released to the public, along with reflections from cast members and creative collaborators.
Cyrus shared a personal statement about the show’s enduring importance, saying, "'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. " She added that this anniversary event is meant to celebrate and thank the fans who supported the series from the start.
Fans react as nostalgia builds
News of the special prompted a swift and enthusiastic response online. Fans posted messages such as "I can’t believe this is actually happening" and "I’m so ready to see you COMEBACK, " while others warned the reunion could "break the internet. " The reaction underscores how the series continues to resonate with viewers who grew up with the show and a new generation discovering it through streaming.
Originally airing from 2006 to 2011, the series follows Miley Stewart, who becomes pop star Hannah Montana when she dons a blonde wig. The show launched Cyrus into the public eye and featured ensemble performances from a cast that included the actor who played her on-screen father, as well as several close supporting players. For many viewers, the series blended sitcom storytelling with music-driven moments that shaped early social media-era fandoms and helped define a generation of family entertainment.
Legacy, context and what this means now
Producers have framed the special as both a reunion and a reflective piece about the lasting impact of a show that encouraged young viewers to pursue creative ambitions. A network executive described the event as a "love letter to the fans, " noting that the goal is to honour the energy and passion that kept the programme alive in popular memory for two decades.
Beyond nostalgia, the special is likely to spark fresh conversation about child stardom, creative reinvention and the role of early-2000s youth programming in launching careers. For Miley Cyrus, revisiting the role represents an opportunity to reflect on how that early experience shaped her artistic trajectory while offering fans a chance to relive defining moments from the series.
The anniversary programme is scheduled to stream on March 24, 2026 (ET). Viewers are set to watch the star revisit the world that helped build her career and see unreleased footage that promises new insight into the making of a cultural touchstone.
For fans eager for more, the special will be the most substantial public look back at the series to date, pairing a candid conversation with archival material and a live audience setting that aims to capture both reflection and celebration.
