“I wanted to say hello and thank you to everybody that has stuck by us for all these years. I’m so grateful that you guys all still love the show. I’m so proud to be a part of it,” said Emily Osment in a heartfelt message to her fans. Osment, who played Lilly Truscott on the iconic series ‘Hannah Montana’, was unable to attend the show’s 20th Anniversary Special due to her commitments filming the CBS sitcom ‘Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage’.
The ‘Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special’ premiered on March 24, 2026, marking two decades since the original series first aired on March 24, 2006. The special featured Miley Cyrus performing fan-favorite tracks from the series, along with a surprise appearance by Selena Gomez.
Reflecting on her time with ‘Hannah Montana’, Osment stated, “Hannah Montana changed my life, it gave me a lifelong respect for this medium of comedy, it taught me discipline, patience, timing and respect working in an adult space so young.” She expressed her appreciation for the impact the show had on her life and career.
In her absence from the special, Osment shared a video on Instagram, where she reiterated her gratitude to fans, saying, “Thank you for letting me into your living rooms and I hope to still be there many years from now. Would never be where I am without you guys, working on another beautiful show I love so dearly.”
Mitchel Musso, who also did not attend the anniversary special, echoed Osment’s sentiments, stating, “The coolest part of the ‘Hannah Montana’ legacy is seeing fans building families and passing on the show to their kids.”
As fans celebrate the legacy of ‘Hannah Montana’, the special is now available for streaming on Disney+ and Hulu, allowing a new generation to experience the show that launched the careers of its stars.
Emily Osment was just 14 years old when ‘Hannah Montana’ first premiered, and her journey since then has been marked by continued success in the entertainment industry.
With the anniversary special now aired, fans are left reflecting on the lasting impact of ‘Hannah Montana’ and the careers it helped shape.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any future reunions or projects involving the cast, but the enduring affection for the series continues to resonate with audiences worldwide.
