Miley Cyrus debuted on the Disney Channel portraying an iconic character that had the best of both worlds – Hannah Montana. However, it turns out that she faced some stiff competition for the role.
The 31-year-old “Flowers” superstar was only 13 years old when she was cast as the pop star who hid her offstage identity behind a blonde wig.
She stuck with the role until 2011, releasing music and even starring in a movie inspired by the character. After that, Miley went on to launch her solo music career, becoming the Grammy winning sensation she is today.
Believe it or not, Hannah Montana: The Movie turned 15 on Wednesday (April 10).
In honor of the anniversary, we did some digging to see who else could have been Hannah and discovered five actresses that auditioned for the part before Miley was cast. The list includes several other Disney Channel stars as well as a few musicians.
The 31-year-old “Flowers” superstar was only 13 years old when she was cast as the pop star who hid her offstage identity behind a blonde wig.
She stuck with the role until 2011, releasing music and even starring in a movie inspired by the character. After that, Miley went on to launch her solo music career, becoming the Grammy winning sensation she is today.
Believe it or not, Hannah Montana: The Movie turned 15 on Wednesday (April 10).
In honor of the anniversary, we did some digging to see who else could have been Hannah and discovered five actresses that auditioned for the part before Miley was cast. The list includes several other Disney Channel stars as well as a few musicians.
- 4/10/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
We all know how tight and hectic the work schedules are in Hollywood. Everyone in the town goes with this pattern. Meanwhile, can you imagine the same for a child actor? Miley Cyrus, who rose to fame from a very early age with her role on the Disney Channel’s Hannah Montana, experienced this heavy burden.
Miley Cyrus as Hannah Montana | Credit: Hannah Montana
Looking back at her early days’ work schedule, last year, the star in the twelfth edition of her Used to Be Young TikTok video series recalled all those things.
Suggested“A mistake she’s going to regret forever”: ‘Jolene’ Singer Dolly Parton Delivers an Ultimatum To Miley Cyrus After Family Feud Spirals Out of Control
After hearing her, many fans came together to criticize Disney for exploiting child labor law and making them work on such a typical strict schedule.
Miley Cyrus Recalled Her Work...
Miley Cyrus as Hannah Montana | Credit: Hannah Montana
Looking back at her early days’ work schedule, last year, the star in the twelfth edition of her Used to Be Young TikTok video series recalled all those things.
Suggested“A mistake she’s going to regret forever”: ‘Jolene’ Singer Dolly Parton Delivers an Ultimatum To Miley Cyrus After Family Feud Spirals Out of Control
After hearing her, many fans came together to criticize Disney for exploiting child labor law and making them work on such a typical strict schedule.
Miley Cyrus Recalled Her Work...
- 3/23/2024
- by Prantik Prabal Roy
- FandomWire
Wizards of Waverly Place is officially getting the sequel series treatment.
Two months after handing out a pilot order for Wizards, Ayo Davis’ Disney Branded Television banner has handed out a formal series order for the sequel series. The show will premiere this year on both Disney Channel and Disney+.
Wizards production will begin next month in L.A. and feature Selena Gomez and David Henrie reprising their roles as Alex and Justin Russo. Both will exec produce the series. Henrie will lead the cast of series regulars alongside Max Matenko (Platonic), who plays Justin’s youngest son, Milo. He joins the previously announced cast that also includes Janice LeAnn Brown (Bunk’d) in the lead role as a young, powerful wizard Billie; Alkaio Thiele (Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends) as Justin’s oldest son, Roman; and Mimi Gianopulos (Rutherford Falls) as Justin’s wife, Giada. Gomez will guest star in the premiere.
Two months after handing out a pilot order for Wizards, Ayo Davis’ Disney Branded Television banner has handed out a formal series order for the sequel series. The show will premiere this year on both Disney Channel and Disney+.
Wizards production will begin next month in L.A. and feature Selena Gomez and David Henrie reprising their roles as Alex and Justin Russo. Both will exec produce the series. Henrie will lead the cast of series regulars alongside Max Matenko (Platonic), who plays Justin’s youngest son, Milo. He joins the previously announced cast that also includes Janice LeAnn Brown (Bunk’d) in the lead role as a young, powerful wizard Billie; Alkaio Thiele (Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends) as Justin’s oldest son, Roman; and Mimi Gianopulos (Rutherford Falls) as Justin’s wife, Giada. Gomez will guest star in the premiere.
- 3/22/2024
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Kelly Ripa worked for variously named Live shows on ABC for decades and Disney has now honored her. Of course, the giant and popular companies are closely aligned through acquisition. It’s not the first time that the wife of Mark Consuelos featured in something special for The Walt Disney Company.
Kelly Ripa Was Honored By Disney Last Year As Well
On the 100th anniversary of Disney, Mark’s wife hosted the Wonderful World of Disney’s presentation of Encanto. Not every talk show host in the world gets that sort of honor. However, the Live with Kelly and Mark star and her husband previously worked in the massive entertainment business. In fact, you might recall they co-produced their Disney+ show, Family Reboot.
Family Reboot Produced By Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos – Disney+ YouTube
Of course, the Live with Kelly and Mark star featured as the host for Disney Parks Magical Christmas functions for years.
Kelly Ripa Was Honored By Disney Last Year As Well
On the 100th anniversary of Disney, Mark’s wife hosted the Wonderful World of Disney’s presentation of Encanto. Not every talk show host in the world gets that sort of honor. However, the Live with Kelly and Mark star and her husband previously worked in the massive entertainment business. In fact, you might recall they co-produced their Disney+ show, Family Reboot.
Family Reboot Produced By Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos – Disney+ YouTube
Of course, the Live with Kelly and Mark star featured as the host for Disney Parks Magical Christmas functions for years.
- 3/22/2024
- by James Michael
- TV Shows Ace
In the world of Hollywood, the measure of fame is often used to push/pull several movies to success. With popular actors and actresses who are beloved by the audience, films that would have failed or performed average in viewership, often earn millions of dollars more.
Mille Bobby Brown’s Damsel is a prime example of what we are talking about. With an average rating and Bobby Brown in the lead, the film managed to beat Zack Snyder’s magnum opus Rebel Moon: Part One – A Child of Fire!
Zack Snyder on the sets of Rebel Moon Part One: A Child of Fire Millie Bobby Brown’s Damsel Beat Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon!
Although Zack Snyder compared his 2023 film with Barbie, there was no real comparison to be drawn. Since Rebel Moon: Part One was released on Netflix and Barbie was released in theaters, there was no way to...
Mille Bobby Brown’s Damsel is a prime example of what we are talking about. With an average rating and Bobby Brown in the lead, the film managed to beat Zack Snyder’s magnum opus Rebel Moon: Part One – A Child of Fire!
Zack Snyder on the sets of Rebel Moon Part One: A Child of Fire Millie Bobby Brown’s Damsel Beat Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon!
Although Zack Snyder compared his 2023 film with Barbie, there was no real comparison to be drawn. Since Rebel Moon: Part One was released on Netflix and Barbie was released in theaters, there was no way to...
- 3/13/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Seeing someone like Millie Bobby Brown subjected to ongoing bullying and criticism because of her accent is depressing in a society that values individuality and embraces diversity. The young actress, who is best known for her portrayal of Eleven in the popular series Stranger Things, has been the target of hurtful comments and relentless criticism regarding the way she speaks.
Yet rather than succumbing to the negativity, Brown, 20, has chosen to rise above it and silence her critics with confidence and grace. In a recent interview with internet personality, Max Balegde, the Spain-born actress, delivered a few harsh remarks to those who poke fun at her irregular patterns of accent.
Millie Bobby Brown in Stranger Things
Instead of retaliating or engaging in negativity, Brown chose to take the high road and silence her detractors with grace and dignity.
Millie Bobby Brown Responds to Those Who Say She Lost Her British Accent
Earlier this week,...
Yet rather than succumbing to the negativity, Brown, 20, has chosen to rise above it and silence her critics with confidence and grace. In a recent interview with internet personality, Max Balegde, the Spain-born actress, delivered a few harsh remarks to those who poke fun at her irregular patterns of accent.
Millie Bobby Brown in Stranger Things
Instead of retaliating or engaging in negativity, Brown chose to take the high road and silence her detractors with grace and dignity.
Millie Bobby Brown Responds to Those Who Say She Lost Her British Accent
Earlier this week,...
- 3/9/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Hannah Montana changed teen dramas forever and launched Miley Cyrus into stardom. Even today, the show remains a fan-favorite and gets avid viewers on Disney+. Apart from the show itself, the behind-the-scenes stories continue to entertain the fans.
Recently, Miley Cyrus’s mother, Tish Cyrus, spoke about the earlier days of the show and how she convinced her husband, Billy Ray, to take the role of Miley’s father for the show. Billy Ray eventually played the role of Robby Ray, while Miley played the role of the pop singer Miley Stewart/Hannah Montana.
Miley Cyrus as Hannah Montana | Source: Hannah Montana: The Movie
Uncovering the Behind-the-scene Drama
Tish Cyrus has stirred controversy several times about Hannah Montana and how it affected her and her family. Earlier in 2011, Tish Cyrus spoke to GQ about how Hannah Montana affected her family. She said,
“It destroyed my family. I’ll tell...
Recently, Miley Cyrus’s mother, Tish Cyrus, spoke about the earlier days of the show and how she convinced her husband, Billy Ray, to take the role of Miley’s father for the show. Billy Ray eventually played the role of Robby Ray, while Miley played the role of the pop singer Miley Stewart/Hannah Montana.
Miley Cyrus as Hannah Montana | Source: Hannah Montana: The Movie
Uncovering the Behind-the-scene Drama
Tish Cyrus has stirred controversy several times about Hannah Montana and how it affected her and her family. Earlier in 2011, Tish Cyrus spoke to GQ about how Hannah Montana affected her family. She said,
“It destroyed my family. I’ll tell...
- 3/7/2024
- by Akhil Bhagwani
- FandomWire
R L Stine’s Goosebumps has been renewed for a second series at Disney+, with a change in format to an anthology show.
R L Stine’s Goosebumps is one of the bestselling book series in history. It is no surprise that it has had myriad screen adaptations over the years.
Perhaps the most fondly remembered is the 1990s television series, which had memorable opening titles in which the shadow of the G in Goosebumps made it’s way through an eerie town while the unsettling theme tune played over it.
Many of the original novels were adapted, and it marked a high point for television horror aimed at young adults, as it was broadcast around the same time as Are You Afraid Of The Dark?, a horror anthology aimed at older teenagers. Several of Stine’s works have made it to the screen, from a trilogy of Fear Street...
R L Stine’s Goosebumps is one of the bestselling book series in history. It is no surprise that it has had myriad screen adaptations over the years.
Perhaps the most fondly remembered is the 1990s television series, which had memorable opening titles in which the shadow of the G in Goosebumps made it’s way through an eerie town while the unsettling theme tune played over it.
Many of the original novels were adapted, and it marked a high point for television horror aimed at young adults, as it was broadcast around the same time as Are You Afraid Of The Dark?, a horror anthology aimed at older teenagers. Several of Stine’s works have made it to the screen, from a trilogy of Fear Street...
- 2/13/2024
- by Jake Godfrey
- Film Stories
Pop icon Miley Cyrus‘s mother, Tish Cyrus, responded to a claim made by their ex-husband, Billy Ray Cyrus, in a 2011 interview with GQ when Billy Ray had stated Hannah Montana had “destroyed” their family.
When asked about Billy Ray’s assertion on the Call Her Daddy podcast, Tish firmly stated, “Absolutely not.”
Tish’s older sister, Brandi, also present for the interview added that their family was far from destroyed and asserted that they were doing great.
Billy Ray’s comments came at a time when he had recently filed for divorce from Tish after nearly three decades of marriage. Their divorce coincided with the conclusion of his four-season run on Hannah Montana. Meanwhile, Cyrus was propelled to fame by the show and her perceived rebellious behavior.
Billy Ray told GQ, “[‘Hannah Montana’] destroyed my family. I’ll tell you right now — the d— show destroyed my family.”
When...
When asked about Billy Ray’s assertion on the Call Her Daddy podcast, Tish firmly stated, “Absolutely not.”
Tish’s older sister, Brandi, also present for the interview added that their family was far from destroyed and asserted that they were doing great.
Billy Ray’s comments came at a time when he had recently filed for divorce from Tish after nearly three decades of marriage. Their divorce coincided with the conclusion of his four-season run on Hannah Montana. Meanwhile, Cyrus was propelled to fame by the show and her perceived rebellious behavior.
Billy Ray told GQ, “[‘Hannah Montana’] destroyed my family. I’ll tell you right now — the d— show destroyed my family.”
When...
- 2/9/2024
- by Baila Eve Zisman
- Uinterview
Miley Cyrus became one of the Disney Channel’s breakout stars playing Hannah Montana. However, it turns out that she faced some stiff competition for the role.
The 31-year-old Endless Summer Vacation hitmaker was only 13 years old when she was chosen to play the pop star who hid her offstage identity from fans behind a blonde wig.
She stuck with the role until 2011, releasing music and even starring in a movie inspired by the character. After that, Miley went on to launch her solo music career, becoming the Grammy winning sensation she is today.
Thirteen years ago, Hannah pulled off her iconic blonde wig in the show’s fourth and final season. It brought an end to her secret identity and introduced fans to Miley Stewart, the talented teen behind the blonde hair.
In honor of Miley‘s recent Grammy wins, we did some digging to track down all of...
The 31-year-old Endless Summer Vacation hitmaker was only 13 years old when she was chosen to play the pop star who hid her offstage identity from fans behind a blonde wig.
She stuck with the role until 2011, releasing music and even starring in a movie inspired by the character. After that, Miley went on to launch her solo music career, becoming the Grammy winning sensation she is today.
Thirteen years ago, Hannah pulled off her iconic blonde wig in the show’s fourth and final season. It brought an end to her secret identity and introduced fans to Miley Stewart, the talented teen behind the blonde hair.
In honor of Miley‘s recent Grammy wins, we did some digging to track down all of...
- 2/9/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Tish Cyrus opened up about the Cyrus family’s experience when Miley and Billy Ray were starring in Hannah Montana.
The “Flowers” Grammy winner came to fame playing the titular character in the hit Disney Channel series. Her real-life dad played her onscreen dad, too.
During an appearance on the Call Her Daddy podcast, Tish revealed how she was responsible for getting her ex-husband cast and why she championed him joining the show.
She also responded to Billy Ray, who previously said that the show “destroyed” their family.
Read more about Hannah Montana and the Cyrus family…
Tish explained that her husband’s career was stalling after “Achy Breaky Heart.” He was on another show, but nothing was taking off the same way.
His lull was timed perfectly with Miley‘s big audition.
“And then I brought Miley out to audition for Hannah and she had gotten it,” she recalled,...
The “Flowers” Grammy winner came to fame playing the titular character in the hit Disney Channel series. Her real-life dad played her onscreen dad, too.
During an appearance on the Call Her Daddy podcast, Tish revealed how she was responsible for getting her ex-husband cast and why she championed him joining the show.
She also responded to Billy Ray, who previously said that the show “destroyed” their family.
Read more about Hannah Montana and the Cyrus family…
Tish explained that her husband’s career was stalling after “Achy Breaky Heart.” He was on another show, but nothing was taking off the same way.
His lull was timed perfectly with Miley‘s big audition.
“And then I brought Miley out to audition for Hannah and she had gotten it,” she recalled,...
- 2/9/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Tish Cyrus is looking back at Hannah Montana, the show that launched her daughter Miley Cyrus’ career as well as helped her then-husband Billy Ray Cyrus rise to a new level of fame.
During a recent interview on Call Her Daddy with her oldest daughter, Brandi Cyrus, Tish opened up about how the popular Disney Channel series, which ran from 2006 to 2011, impacted their family. On the show, Miley starred as Miley Stewart, a teen with a secret pop star persona, alongside her dad Billy Ray, who played her onscreen father Robby Ray Stewart.
Tish said the show “became its own phenomenon,” which they were not expecting once it initially premiered. Brandi added, “Hannah Montana was just different. And I don’t think anyone could’ve ever anticipated it or thought how big it would be.”
As for Billy Ray, who rose to stardom with his 1992 hit song “Achy Breaky Heart,...
During a recent interview on Call Her Daddy with her oldest daughter, Brandi Cyrus, Tish opened up about how the popular Disney Channel series, which ran from 2006 to 2011, impacted their family. On the show, Miley starred as Miley Stewart, a teen with a secret pop star persona, alongside her dad Billy Ray, who played her onscreen father Robby Ray Stewart.
Tish said the show “became its own phenomenon,” which they were not expecting once it initially premiered. Brandi added, “Hannah Montana was just different. And I don’t think anyone could’ve ever anticipated it or thought how big it would be.”
As for Billy Ray, who rose to stardom with his 1992 hit song “Achy Breaky Heart,...
- 2/8/2024
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Miley Cyrus doesn’t need a man to buy her flowers, take her dancing, or help her absolutely rock the Grammys. The singer took the stage at the 2024 Grammys Awards ceremony in Los Angeles on Sunday night to perform her smash hit “Flowers” from her eighth studio album, Endless Summer Vacation.
Looking like a Seventies rock goddess in a sparking silver dress and a blowout as big as Jane Fonda’s in Barbarella, Cyrus ferociously launched into “Flowers.” Seconds later, she looked around at the crowd and hilariously asked the audience of her peers,...
Looking like a Seventies rock goddess in a sparking silver dress and a blowout as big as Jane Fonda’s in Barbarella, Cyrus ferociously launched into “Flowers.” Seconds later, she looked around at the crowd and hilariously asked the audience of her peers,...
- 2/5/2024
- by Jodi Guglielmi and Maya Georgi
- Rollingstone.com
All eyes were on Miley Cyrus as she walked the red carpet ahead of the 2024 Grammys. She bared it all (almost) in a daring mesh dress as she posed for photos at the Crypto.com Arena on Feb. 4 in Los Angeles.
The “Flowers” singer made her big entrance in a custom metal dress by Maison Margiela. She completed her look with sky-high big hair and a pair of gold velvet high heels.
Cyrus, 31, is up for multiple awards at the 66th Annual Grammys, including Record of the Year for “Flowers” and Album of the Year for Endless Summer Vacation.
Miley Cyrus arrives for the 66th Annual Grammy Awards at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on February 4, 2024 | Robyn Beck/Afp via Getty Images
For her first time attending the Grammys since 2019, Cyrus decided to make a statement. Her bold dress, which was made out of gold safety pins, left little to the imagination.
The “Flowers” singer made her big entrance in a custom metal dress by Maison Margiela. She completed her look with sky-high big hair and a pair of gold velvet high heels.
Cyrus, 31, is up for multiple awards at the 66th Annual Grammys, including Record of the Year for “Flowers” and Album of the Year for Endless Summer Vacation.
Miley Cyrus arrives for the 66th Annual Grammy Awards at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on February 4, 2024 | Robyn Beck/Afp via Getty Images
For her first time attending the Grammys since 2019, Cyrus decided to make a statement. Her bold dress, which was made out of gold safety pins, left little to the imagination.
- 2/5/2024
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Selena Gomez and David Henrie are returning to Waverly Place.
Disney Channel is looking at a revival of its comedy Wizards of Waverly Place, ordering a pilot for an updated take on the 2007-12 series. Gomez and Henrie will be executive producers of the project, with Henrie also attached as a series regular. Gomez will make a guest appearance in the pilot.
Henrie will play the grown-up Justin Russo, who has abandoned his wizarding powers for an everyday, magic-free life with his family. That’s upended when a young wizard (Janice LeAnn Brown of Disney’s Just Roll With It) finds him and asks him for help in both training and ensuring the future of the wizard world. Gomez will appear in the pilot as Alex Russo, Justin’s sister.
Mimi Gianopulos (Rutherford Falls) and Alkaio Thiele have also been cast in the pilot, playing Justin’s wife, Giada, and elder son,...
Disney Channel is looking at a revival of its comedy Wizards of Waverly Place, ordering a pilot for an updated take on the 2007-12 series. Gomez and Henrie will be executive producers of the project, with Henrie also attached as a series regular. Gomez will make a guest appearance in the pilot.
Henrie will play the grown-up Justin Russo, who has abandoned his wizarding powers for an everyday, magic-free life with his family. That’s upended when a young wizard (Janice LeAnn Brown of Disney’s Just Roll With It) finds him and asks him for help in both training and ensuring the future of the wizard world. Gomez will appear in the pilot as Alex Russo, Justin’s sister.
Mimi Gianopulos (Rutherford Falls) and Alkaio Thiele have also been cast in the pilot, playing Justin’s wife, Giada, and elder son,...
- 1/18/2024
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Dolly Parton once collaborated with fellow pop singer Miley Cyrus on her hit Disney show Hannah Montana. Although Parton appeared in many of the show’s episodes, she was missing from the actual Hannah Montana movie — a move that surprised the Grammy winner.
Dolly Parton wanted to be in the ‘Hannah Montana’ movie Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton | Lester Cohen/Getty Images
Parton portrayed Cyrus’ aunt in the hit Disney television series. But the singer also considered herself somewhat related to Cyrus. Parton claimed Cyrus as her Goddaughter in real life and felt great pride watching the artist in Hannah Montana.
“Well, when Hannah Montana came on the air and little Miley Cyrus, my little goddaughter, was the star of it, I was so proud of her,” Parton once told Vanity Fair. “I thought she was sensational. I thought ‘What a great little comedian she is’ and what a great...
Dolly Parton wanted to be in the ‘Hannah Montana’ movie Miley Cyrus and Dolly Parton | Lester Cohen/Getty Images
Parton portrayed Cyrus’ aunt in the hit Disney television series. But the singer also considered herself somewhat related to Cyrus. Parton claimed Cyrus as her Goddaughter in real life and felt great pride watching the artist in Hannah Montana.
“Well, when Hannah Montana came on the air and little Miley Cyrus, my little goddaughter, was the star of it, I was so proud of her,” Parton once told Vanity Fair. “I thought she was sensational. I thought ‘What a great little comedian she is’ and what a great...
- 1/17/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
5 Stars Auditioned to Play Hannah Montana Before Miley Cyrus Was Cast (& We Know the Top 3 Choices!)
Miley Cyrus became one of the Disney Channel’s breakout stars playing Hannah Montana. However, it turns out that she faced some stiff competition for the role.
The 30-year-old Endless Summer Vacation hitmaker was only 13 years old when she was chosen to play the pop star who hid her offstage identity from fans behind a blonde wig.
She stuck with the role until 2011, releasing music and even starring in a movie inspired by the character. After that, Miley went on to launch her solo music career, becoming the sensation she is today.
Thirteen years ago, Hannah pulled off her iconic blonde wig in the show’s fourth and final season. It brought an end to her secret identity and introduced fans to Miley Stewart, the talented teen behind the blonde hair.
In honor of the big occasion, we did some digging to track down all of the other actresses who...
The 30-year-old Endless Summer Vacation hitmaker was only 13 years old when she was chosen to play the pop star who hid her offstage identity from fans behind a blonde wig.
She stuck with the role until 2011, releasing music and even starring in a movie inspired by the character. After that, Miley went on to launch her solo music career, becoming the sensation she is today.
Thirteen years ago, Hannah pulled off her iconic blonde wig in the show’s fourth and final season. It brought an end to her secret identity and introduced fans to Miley Stewart, the talented teen behind the blonde hair.
In honor of the big occasion, we did some digging to track down all of the other actresses who...
- 12/7/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
“Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour” made a surprise appearance on the theatrical release calendar this October and has already become the second-highest grossing concert documentary ever, drawing in fans who wanted to re-experience her Eras Tour in movie form and those who weren’t able to catch this summer’s concert. But while “The Eras Tour” movie still isn’t the top music doc (yet), it’s something of an outlier when it comes to just how much it’s made at the box office — $178 million and counting.
Several other big-name musicians and bands have released documentaries about their tours or certain albums, but the only ones to come close to the success of “The Eras Tour” include Michael Jackson and Justin Bieber, so far. Beyoncé’s “Renaissance” tour documentary, slated for a Dec. 1 release, could further shake up the stats and the box office.
Below we’ve rounded up...
Several other big-name musicians and bands have released documentaries about their tours or certain albums, but the only ones to come close to the success of “The Eras Tour” include Michael Jackson and Justin Bieber, so far. Beyoncé’s “Renaissance” tour documentary, slated for a Dec. 1 release, could further shake up the stats and the box office.
Below we’ve rounded up...
- 10/27/2023
- by Dessi Gomez
- The Wrap
Billy Ray Cyrus regretted becoming involved in the hit Disney Channel series Hannah Montana, which catapulted his family into the public eye. On the heels of the series final season in 2011, Billy Ray admitted that perhaps it wasn’t a good idea to become involved in the sitcom that put his daughter, Miley, on the map and his family under a public microscope. Here’s what he had to say.
‘Hannah Montana destroyed my family’ claimed Billy Ray Cyrus
In a 2011 interview with GQ Magazine, Billy Ray Cyrus was asked if he believed the smash Disney Channel series Hannah Montana played a part in the breakdown of his family. He went one step further to say the series “destroyed my family.”
“Oh, it’s huge—it destroyed my family. I’ll tell you right now—the [expletive] show destroyed my family,” Billy Ray exclaimed.
He continued, “I hate to say it,...
‘Hannah Montana destroyed my family’ claimed Billy Ray Cyrus
In a 2011 interview with GQ Magazine, Billy Ray Cyrus was asked if he believed the smash Disney Channel series Hannah Montana played a part in the breakdown of his family. He went one step further to say the series “destroyed my family.”
“Oh, it’s huge—it destroyed my family. I’ll tell you right now—the [expletive] show destroyed my family,” Billy Ray exclaimed.
He continued, “I hate to say it,...
- 10/4/2023
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Exclusive: Sources are telling us that the first-day presales for the top three exhibitors stateside for Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé is estimated to be around $6M-$7M+.
Movies with similar first day pre-sales figures include Avatar: The Way of Water ($5.5M), Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 3 ($6M) and Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania ($6.5M).
Note these figures do not come from AMC. An official number from AMC could conceivably come in higher, if they release one. We understand that on Fandango, Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour tickets outsold Beyonce 7-to-1 on day one. Top three chains stateside are AMC, Regal and Cinemark.
News about the AMC-distributed concert docu movie leaked over the weekend before it was made official by the 32 Grammy winner on social media portal on late Sunday night. Deadline knew before anyone that the theatrical release date was Dec. 1, a post-Thanksgiving frame which is a very...
Movies with similar first day pre-sales figures include Avatar: The Way of Water ($5.5M), Guardians of the Galaxy: Vol. 3 ($6M) and Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania ($6.5M).
Note these figures do not come from AMC. An official number from AMC could conceivably come in higher, if they release one. We understand that on Fandango, Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour tickets outsold Beyonce 7-to-1 on day one. Top three chains stateside are AMC, Regal and Cinemark.
News about the AMC-distributed concert docu movie leaked over the weekend before it was made official by the 32 Grammy winner on social media portal on late Sunday night. Deadline knew before anyone that the theatrical release date was Dec. 1, a post-Thanksgiving frame which is a very...
- 10/3/2023
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
This Halloween season, Lifetime unveils “Truly Unbelievable Movies,” a Ripped from the Headlines Event featuring a slate of seven new original movies featuring top talent.
All produced earlier this year, the lineup includes Lifetime’s milestone 500th original movie, the two-night event Murdaugh Murders: The Movie starring Bill Pullman as Alex Murdaugh who, on the surface is a prominent and respected South Carolina lawyer, loving husband and father but behind closed doors, lived a drug-filled secret life that ultimately led to murder.
The event officially kicked off on September 17, and brand new original movies will debut on Saturdays at 8p/7c from now through October 28, 2023.
Here’s the full “Truly Unbelievable Movies” lineup from Lifetime….
How She Caught A Killer – September 16
Inspired by real events, rookie detective Linda Murphy (Sarah Drew) is fresh out of the police academy when she hears her boss, detective David Goodman (Eric Keenleyside) talking about...
All produced earlier this year, the lineup includes Lifetime’s milestone 500th original movie, the two-night event Murdaugh Murders: The Movie starring Bill Pullman as Alex Murdaugh who, on the surface is a prominent and respected South Carolina lawyer, loving husband and father but behind closed doors, lived a drug-filled secret life that ultimately led to murder.
The event officially kicked off on September 17, and brand new original movies will debut on Saturdays at 8p/7c from now through October 28, 2023.
Here’s the full “Truly Unbelievable Movies” lineup from Lifetime….
How She Caught A Killer – September 16
Inspired by real events, rookie detective Linda Murphy (Sarah Drew) is fresh out of the police academy when she hears her boss, detective David Goodman (Eric Keenleyside) talking about...
- 10/3/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
A scene from ‘How She Caught a Killer’ (Photo Credit: Lifetime)
Bill Pullman, Sarah Drew, Emily Osment, Meagan Good, and Melissa Joan Hart star in Lifetime films premiering this fall. The network’s set the lineup for their “Truly Unbelievable” slate of seven original films, with How She Caught a Killer kicking the fall schedule off on September 16, 2023.
Bill Pullman has the honor of starring in Lifetime’s 500th original film, the two-part Murdaugh Murders: The Movie, airing on October 14th and 15th. Delilah Hamlin, Anna Hopkins, Luke Macfarlane, Kirsten Vangsness, Ariana Madix, and Wendi McLendon-Covey also headline films that make up Lifetime’s fall slate.
“Truly Unbelievable” Films
How She Caught A Killer – New airdate September 16
Inspired by real events, rookie detective Linda Murphy (Sarah Drew) is fresh out of the police academy when she hears her boss, detective David Goodman (Eric Keenleyside), talking about a serial killer in...
Bill Pullman, Sarah Drew, Emily Osment, Meagan Good, and Melissa Joan Hart star in Lifetime films premiering this fall. The network’s set the lineup for their “Truly Unbelievable” slate of seven original films, with How She Caught a Killer kicking the fall schedule off on September 16, 2023.
Bill Pullman has the honor of starring in Lifetime’s 500th original film, the two-part Murdaugh Murders: The Movie, airing on October 14th and 15th. Delilah Hamlin, Anna Hopkins, Luke Macfarlane, Kirsten Vangsness, Ariana Madix, and Wendi McLendon-Covey also headline films that make up Lifetime’s fall slate.
“Truly Unbelievable” Films
How She Caught A Killer – New airdate September 16
Inspired by real events, rookie detective Linda Murphy (Sarah Drew) is fresh out of the police academy when she hears her boss, detective David Goodman (Eric Keenleyside), talking about a serial killer in...
- 9/7/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour has been playing in front of sold-out crowds since March of 2023, but with nosebleed seats going for over $285 before the exorbitant fees of ticketing services, even some of the most die-hard Swifties are being priced out of this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Luckily, Taylor Swift and the rest of her team thought ahead of time and self-financed a concert movie.
Just as tickets to the Eras Tour completely shut down Ticketmaster from overwhelming traffic, AMC Theatres' website and app couldn't handle the demand for "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Concert Film," and the film is already breaking pre-sale box office records. This is a huge win for struggling movie theaters trying to survive as the AMPTP-forced WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes continue, and an even bigger win for Swifties who may have missed out on seeing the show live or are hoping to capture the magic once again.
Just as tickets to the Eras Tour completely shut down Ticketmaster from overwhelming traffic, AMC Theatres' website and app couldn't handle the demand for "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Concert Film," and the film is already breaking pre-sale box office records. This is a huge win for struggling movie theaters trying to survive as the AMPTP-forced WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes continue, and an even bigger win for Swifties who may have missed out on seeing the show live or are hoping to capture the magic once again.
- 9/6/2023
- by BJ Colangelo
- Slash Film
Lifetime has lined up impressive talent for its Ripped From the Headlines movies this fall.
We shared an exclusive first look at Melissa Joan Hart on Would You Kill For Me? earlier today, and now, it's time to take a look at the entire slate.
The cabler will delve into the Murdaugh family, the Vicky White story, and more.
How She Caught a Killer - September 16
Inspired by real events, rookie detective Linda Murphy (Sarah Drew) is fresh out of the police academy when she hears her boss, Detective David Goodman (Eric Keenleyside), talking about a serial killer in the area who seems to be targeting sex workers.
Teaming up with FBI agent Neil Carter (Jamall Johnson), Linda fights to go undercover to help solve the murders and capture a serial killer if all goes accordingly.
Delilah Hamlin stars as a former sex worker and aspiring nurse, the killer's first victim.
We shared an exclusive first look at Melissa Joan Hart on Would You Kill For Me? earlier today, and now, it's time to take a look at the entire slate.
The cabler will delve into the Murdaugh family, the Vicky White story, and more.
How She Caught a Killer - September 16
Inspired by real events, rookie detective Linda Murphy (Sarah Drew) is fresh out of the police academy when she hears her boss, Detective David Goodman (Eric Keenleyside), talking about a serial killer in the area who seems to be targeting sex workers.
Teaming up with FBI agent Neil Carter (Jamall Johnson), Linda fights to go undercover to help solve the murders and capture a serial killer if all goes accordingly.
Delilah Hamlin stars as a former sex worker and aspiring nurse, the killer's first victim.
- 9/6/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
On behalf of millennials everywhere, I hereby declare Aug. 25 a national holiday. Both Miley Cyrus and Selena Gomez are releasing new music that day, and watching the Disney Channel alums enter new eras at the same time is worth commemorating. The pop stars serendipitously announced their singles on Aug. 17 within mere hours of one other: Gomez's "Single Soon" will tide fans over before she eventually drops her fourth studio album, while Cyrus's "Used to Be Young" will be accompanied by another Backyard Sessions special and an in-depth interview about her career and life.
Rather than pitting them against one another, many fans, myself included, are choosing to root for both singers and reflect on all that led them to this point. Cyrus and Gomez came up in the golden age of Disney Channel - a time when "sweet niblets" was everyday slang and The Tipton was far more covetable than any Ritz-Carlton hotel.
Rather than pitting them against one another, many fans, myself included, are choosing to root for both singers and reflect on all that led them to this point. Cyrus and Gomez came up in the golden age of Disney Channel - a time when "sweet niblets" was everyday slang and The Tipton was far more covetable than any Ritz-Carlton hotel.
- 8/18/2023
- by Victoria Messina
- Popsugar.com
Sony is reaching into its vast catalog of TV properties to develop programming aimed at young viewers.
The studio’s Sony Pictures Television — Kids (formerly known as Silvergate Media) is developing animated takes on classic sitcoms Bewitched and The Partridge Family. It’s also delving into its library of game shows and unscripted series, with early takes on kid-centric versions of Wheel of Fortune and Shark Tank.
“There’s such a vast history at Sony Pictures Television with properties that we could play around with and reinvent, introducing a whole new generation of kids to them,” Joe D’Ambrosia, executive vp and general manager of Spt — Kids (and a member of The Hollywood Reporter’s 2023 Kids Entertainment Power List), told THR.
The Bewitched update would focus on Tabitha Stevens, the 13-year-old daughter of witch Samantha and human Darrin. She juggles two lives attending middle school while also being secretly enrolled in...
The studio’s Sony Pictures Television — Kids (formerly known as Silvergate Media) is developing animated takes on classic sitcoms Bewitched and The Partridge Family. It’s also delving into its library of game shows and unscripted series, with early takes on kid-centric versions of Wheel of Fortune and Shark Tank.
“There’s such a vast history at Sony Pictures Television with properties that we could play around with and reinvent, introducing a whole new generation of kids to them,” Joe D’Ambrosia, executive vp and general manager of Spt — Kids (and a member of The Hollywood Reporter’s 2023 Kids Entertainment Power List), told THR.
The Bewitched update would focus on Tabitha Stevens, the 13-year-old daughter of witch Samantha and human Darrin. She juggles two lives attending middle school while also being secretly enrolled in...
- 6/8/2023
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
In Hannah Montana, the Disney Channel TV series that put Miley Cyrus on the map, the actress portrays a trio of characters: Miley Stewart, a “normal” Tennessee schoolgirl; Hannah Montana, Miley’s globe-trolling pop-star alter ego; and Luann Stewart, Miley’s mischievous, pigtailed cousin. Like any savvy pop star with staying power, her years in the music spotlight have subsequently seen her undergo a series of style/musical transformations, from weed-loving twerker to Nicksian crooner.
But you’ve never seen Miley quite like this.
The second season of Human Resources,...
But you’ve never seen Miley quite like this.
The second season of Human Resources,...
- 6/8/2023
- by Marlow Stern
- Rollingstone.com
Miley Cyrus has been around music legends for her entire life. Her godmother, Dolly Parton, is a country legend who many would be starstruck meeting for the first time. However, Miley Cyrus is still often unprepared to meet certain rockstars, and she had an awkward first encounter with former Beatles member Paul McCartney.
Miley Cyrus wore a revealing outfit the first time she met Paul McCartney Paul McCartney and Miley Cyrus | Kevin Mazur/WireImage
Cyrus grew to stardom through her role as Hannah Montana on the Disney Channel show of the same name. However, in the early 2010s, she transformed into a more mature artist, stunning many who associated her with Disney. This included wearing more revealing clothing in public, even when surrounded by her colleagues.
In a 2015 appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, the “Wrecking Ball” singer said she was wearing revealing clothes when she first met Paul McCartney, making him uncomfortable speaking with her.
Miley Cyrus wore a revealing outfit the first time she met Paul McCartney Paul McCartney and Miley Cyrus | Kevin Mazur/WireImage
Cyrus grew to stardom through her role as Hannah Montana on the Disney Channel show of the same name. However, in the early 2010s, she transformed into a more mature artist, stunning many who associated her with Disney. This included wearing more revealing clothing in public, even when surrounded by her colleagues.
In a 2015 appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, the “Wrecking Ball” singer said she was wearing revealing clothes when she first met Paul McCartney, making him uncomfortable speaking with her.
- 6/1/2023
- by Ross Tanenbaum
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Miley Cyrus‘ plans for Endless Summer Vacation apparently do not include another tour, according to a new interview with British Vogue.
“It’s been a minute,” the “Flowers” singer acknowledged about her live hiatus before reflecting on her last headlining arena show during 2014’s “Bangerz” world tour. “I kind of looked at it as more of a question. And I can’t. Not only ‘can’t,’ because ‘can’t’ is your capability, but my desire. Do I want to live my life for anyone else’s pleasure or fulfillment other than my own?”
She later shared her preference for performing to intimate audiences consisting of her family, friends, and team over the hordes of adoring Smilers. “Like, singing for hundreds of thousands of people isn’t really the thing that I love,” she explained. “There’s no connection. There’s no safety… It’s also not natural. It’s so...
“It’s been a minute,” the “Flowers” singer acknowledged about her live hiatus before reflecting on her last headlining arena show during 2014’s “Bangerz” world tour. “I kind of looked at it as more of a question. And I can’t. Not only ‘can’t,’ because ‘can’t’ is your capability, but my desire. Do I want to live my life for anyone else’s pleasure or fulfillment other than my own?”
She later shared her preference for performing to intimate audiences consisting of her family, friends, and team over the hordes of adoring Smilers. “Like, singing for hundreds of thousands of people isn’t really the thing that I love,” she explained. “There’s no connection. There’s no safety… It’s also not natural. It’s so...
- 5/21/2023
- by Bryan Kress
- Consequence - Music
“Yellowstone” star Lainey Wilson is just as confused as everybody else about whether or not the hit show will end after season 5.
It was reported earlier this month that the show might be ending amid alleged disputes between Kevin Costner and creator Taylor Sheridan.
However, if it is, Wilson — who plays Abby — isn’t aware of it.
She told Et Canada’s Morgan Hoffman: “You know what I’ve realized? I’ve realized that the TV business is even crazier than the music business.
“I’m waiting for them to tell me too, I’m just as confused as y’all are!” she insisted.
Read More: Lainey Wilson Reacts To Her Butt Going Viral On TikTok: ‘My Booty Introduced My Music To A Lot Of Folks’
The first half of season 5 finished airing January 1, 2023, with the second half expected some time later this year.
Wilson said of how getting...
It was reported earlier this month that the show might be ending amid alleged disputes between Kevin Costner and creator Taylor Sheridan.
However, if it is, Wilson — who plays Abby — isn’t aware of it.
She told Et Canada’s Morgan Hoffman: “You know what I’ve realized? I’ve realized that the TV business is even crazier than the music business.
“I’m waiting for them to tell me too, I’m just as confused as y’all are!” she insisted.
Read More: Lainey Wilson Reacts To Her Butt Going Viral On TikTok: ‘My Booty Introduced My Music To A Lot Of Folks’
The first half of season 5 finished airing January 1, 2023, with the second half expected some time later this year.
Wilson said of how getting...
- 4/27/2023
- by Becca Longmire
- ET Canada
Image Source: Getty / Vijat Mohindra / NBC
In 2013, Miley Cyrus launched her "Bangerz" era, marking her transformation from Disney Channel's Hannah Montana into a full-fledged pop star. Now, years after she ditched her blond wig and bedazzled microphone, fans suspect Cyrus might have a new alter ego. On April 26, rumors began circulating that Cyrus had released a secret album under the pseudonym Clara Pierce. As evidence, fans pointed out that the 12-track album made its debut on March 10, the same day Cyrus released "Endless Summer Vacation." Drumming up even more speculation, Pierce's voice sounds strikingly similar to Cyrus's.
"Just go listen to the songs," TikTok user shanecardinalofficial said in a video, referencing Pierce's album "Down With Me." Previously, the album was available on streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, but it has since been removed. Still, fans who have heard the tracks insist that the vocals belong to Cyrus.
In 2013, Miley Cyrus launched her "Bangerz" era, marking her transformation from Disney Channel's Hannah Montana into a full-fledged pop star. Now, years after she ditched her blond wig and bedazzled microphone, fans suspect Cyrus might have a new alter ego. On April 26, rumors began circulating that Cyrus had released a secret album under the pseudonym Clara Pierce. As evidence, fans pointed out that the 12-track album made its debut on March 10, the same day Cyrus released "Endless Summer Vacation." Drumming up even more speculation, Pierce's voice sounds strikingly similar to Cyrus's.
"Just go listen to the songs," TikTok user shanecardinalofficial said in a video, referencing Pierce's album "Down With Me." Previously, the album was available on streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, but it has since been removed. Still, fans who have heard the tracks insist that the vocals belong to Cyrus.
- 4/26/2023
- by Chanel Vargas
- Popsugar.com
Long before she started calling herself H.E.R., Gabi Wilson was on an almost preordained path to stardom. She sang in her dad’s cover band as a child, and appeared on the Today Show as a 10-year-old prodigy, performing an eerily accomplished cover of Alicia Keys’ “If I Ain’t Got You,” before signing a record deal at age 14. Many stylistic shifts later, her first releases as H.E.R. revealed her as a multi-instrumentalist alt-r&b auteur in the tradition of Keys and Prince, with exquisite control of her powerhouse voice.
- 12/30/2019
- by Brian Hiatt
- Rollingstone.com
Internet superstar Chris Crocker is best known for his "Leave Britney Alone" video, which has racked up close to 44 million views since it hit YouTube in September 2007.
Since then, Crocker has continued to record videos discussing everything from gender identity to dying his hair, has become a recording artist and has found himself referenced in all corners of the pop culture landscape from "South Park" to "Hannah Montana" to "Glee."
The Huffington Post last spoke to Crocker in January as he was preparing to debut a documentary about his life, "Me @ The Zoo," directed by Chris Moukarbel and Valerie Veatch, at the Sundance Film Festival (see the trailer above). The film was quickly snatched up by HBO, which will premiere it on June 25.
We caught up with Crocker again to find out his thoughts on HBO distributing "Me @ The Zoo," what "normal job" he would like to have and the...
Since then, Crocker has continued to record videos discussing everything from gender identity to dying his hair, has become a recording artist and has found himself referenced in all corners of the pop culture landscape from "South Park" to "Hannah Montana" to "Glee."
The Huffington Post last spoke to Crocker in January as he was preparing to debut a documentary about his life, "Me @ The Zoo," directed by Chris Moukarbel and Valerie Veatch, at the Sundance Film Festival (see the trailer above). The film was quickly snatched up by HBO, which will premiere it on June 25.
We caught up with Crocker again to find out his thoughts on HBO distributing "Me @ The Zoo," what "normal job" he would like to have and the...
- 6/22/2012
- by Noah Michelson
- Huffington Post
Mumbai: Dance India Dance judge and the famous Indian hip hop maestro and choreographer Remo D’Souza has commenced shoot for his second and India’s first ever dance film ‘Abcd (Anybody can dance)’. The film is going to be shot in 3D and will be having Prabhu Deva, Ganesh Acharya and Lauren Gottlieb in the lead roles. American dancer Lauren has already been featured in films like ‘Disaster movie’, ‘Bring it on: Fight to finish’ and ‘Hannah Montana’ and has quite a experience of doing dance films.
But this time it would be a little difficult for her as Hindi is a completely unknown language to her. Remo spoke for the upcoming film and he has asked Lauren to watch the Bollywood actress closely in their films to get a close hang on the accent and the quotes of Hindi languages used.
But this time it would be a little difficult for her as Hindi is a completely unknown language to her. Remo spoke for the upcoming film and he has asked Lauren to watch the Bollywood actress closely in their films to get a close hang on the accent and the quotes of Hindi languages used.
- 4/24/2012
- by Lekha Madhavan
- GoBollywood
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