Miley Cyrus is opening up about a surprising piece of advice she picked up from her godmother, Dolly Parton, and how it may be shaping a possible return to one of her most iconic roles.
In a recent interview with Variety, Cyrus revealed that Parton encouraged her to adopt what she jokingly called a “terrible habit,” though one she now sees as unexpectedly effective. According to Cyrus, the country legend’s strategy was simple: if you want something to happen, start talking about it before it even exists.
Taking that advice to heart, Cyrus began publicly promoting the idea of a 20th anniversary Hannah Montana special, despite the fact that no official plans had been finalized. She admitted that at the time, the project wasn’t real yet, but she leaned into the idea anyway to build momentum.
The approach appears to have worked. Cyrus said the response from fans has been overwhelming, reinforcing just how much the character still means to audiences years after the show ended. She noted that fans continue to bring Hannah Montana merchandise to her events and frequently ask whether she would ever revisit the role.
Cyrus also suggested that even Disney may underestimate the lasting cultural impact of the series. For her, the connection between the character and fans hasn’t faded, and that enthusiasm has only grown stronger over time.
Armed with that feedback, she eventually took the idea directly to Disney, making the case that a revival or anniversary project could be a major success. While nothing has been officially confirmed, the conversation itself signals growing interest behind the scenes.
Parton, who famously appeared on Hannah Montana as Aunt Dolly, played a memorable role in the show’s original run. Whether she would return for a potential anniversary special remains unclear, but her influence on Cyrus’ approach is already making waves.
