Miley Cyrus takes fans on a nostalgic journey to where it all began, and she holds nothing back. During the “Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary” special, premiering March 24 on Disney+ and Hulu, the Grammy winner opened up about her years on the Disney Channel, sharing never-before-seen stories about her early life, her family life and even her childhood crushes. From on-set romances to behind-the-scenes musings, Miley Cyrus is giving fans a whole new look at the iconic era that helped shape her career.
Miley Cyrus admits she gave up her crush on Mitchel Musso
One of the biggest revelations? Miley’s Crush on Her ‘Hannah Montana’ Co-Star Michel Musso. Before landing the role, Miley had her eye on someone in Nashville, but that quickly changed once she stepped into the Disney spotlight.
“I thought Mitchel Musso was really cute,” Miley admitted of her co-star, who played Oliver. “So I was like, ‘OK, goodbye, Jeff.’ It’s all about Mitchell now. I was like, “Great! Crush. I’m fine now. I’m ready.’
The singer also revealed that she had crushes on other Disney stars. Dylan Sprouse And Nick Jonas meanwhile, who she dated. “Secretly, OK, Dylan Sprouse was my boyfriend. I think he was the cutest,” the singer revealed to Alex Cooper. “Dylan was my crush.”
And, of course, fans know that Miley Cyrus dated Nick Jonas during his early Disney Channel days, and their young romance came with its fair share of drama, including when she appeared to call him out after their breakup by showing a photo of him in her “7 Things” music video.
How ‘Hannah Montana’ Shaped Her Life
While the series launched her to stardom, Miley has made it clear that “Hannah Montana” also played a major role in shaping her identity.
Looking back, she recognizes how unique her upbringing was during that time. “I don’t know if our reality would be the same without the show, for better or for worse,” Miley told Alex Cooper during the special. “No family can truly go through what we went through.”
This experience, she explained, not only defined her career, but also had a profound impact on her personal life and relationships.
Miley Cyrus talks family and reconciliation with Billy Ray Cyrus
Miley also became emotional while discussing her relationship with her father, Billy Ray Cyrusespecially after their public ups and downs over the past year. Now she says things are much better, and that means a lot not only to her, but also to the fans who grew up watching them together.
“I’m really excited that he’s here, because I know how much our relationship means to everyone who’s watched this show,” Miley continued. “I think when my dad and I are good, people feel better. It feels good when the Cyruses get along well.”
Cyrus says this is the ‘coolest’ perk of being a Disney Legend
Miley Cyrus may have worldwide fame, chart-topping hits and a Grammy under her belt, but it turns out one of her favorite moves is a little more… parking related.
During the anniversary special, Miley revealed what she considers the ultimate perk of her Disney legacy status, and it’s something she clearly doesn’t take lightly. “The coolest perk, I’m a Disney Legend now, and I have Disney Legend parking, and it says Disney Legend when I park,” she shared. “It’s the clutch.”
Miley Cyrus gives rare insight into her romance with Maxx Morando
While much of the special focused on her past, Miley Cyrus also offered a glimpse into her present, hinting at her relationship with her fiancé. Maxx Morando. Although she didn’t mention her name, Miley made it clear that she has entered a new chapter in her love life, one that feels more grounded and meaningful than ever.
“I’ve been extremely lucky to have so much love within my family and now to find love in a different way, to find love where I feel like I’m taking the next step in my womanhood by creating a life with someone,” she shared. “Everyone has a fantasy of wanting to feel loved, and I’ve always felt that from these different places.”
The “Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary” special is now streaming on Disney+ and Hulu.
