Hannah Montana Phenomenon

The Disney Channel's smash hit Hannah Montana and its star Miley Cyrus

Miley Cyrus says committed to Hannah Montana - (9/22/2008)
Miley Cyrus representatives respond to TMZ.com rumors of her ill behavior on set as an attempt to end her relationship with Disney to pursue her musical career.
Cyrus' Style Slammed by Runway Host - Teen Hollywood (8/29/2008)
Teen Hollywood reports fashion guru Tim Gunn has described Miley Cyrus' fashions as "just a little too tart...it's just a little too much for a 15-year-old."
Miley Cyrus Celebrating Sweet 16 at Disneyland - (8/21/2008)
Miley Cyrus will celebrate her Sweet 16 birthday at Disneyland. Tickets will be available to the general public for $250. Proceeds go to the Youth Service America.
JoJo could have been Hannah Montana - Extra (8/11/2008)
JoJo has revealed to Extra she was offered the role of Hannah Montana in the hit Disney TV show.
Miley Cyrus Says She and Nick Jonas Were 'In Love' - Seventeen (8/7/2008)
Miley Cyrus talks with Seventeen magazine about her romance with Nick Jonas.
Miley Cyrus tops the charts - (7/31/2008)
Miley Cyrus' new album "Breakout" from Disney-owned Hollywood Records debuts at #1 and passed the figures posted by the "Hannah Montana" albums previously released.
Miley Cyrus Sorry for Mocking Selena Gomez in YouTube Video - (7/28/2008)
Miley Cyrus has apologized for her YouTube video mocking fellow Disney Channel stars Selena Gomez and Demi Lovato.
Miley Snaps Disney's Leash - New York Post (7/28/2008)
The New York Post offers rumors of internal struggles between Hollywood Records (a Disney-owned record label) and the Disney Channel over where Miley Cyrus appears to promote her cd "Breakout"
2 eagles named by Miley, Billy Ray to be set free - (7/23/2008)
Two 14-wk old American bald eagles named by Miley Cyrus and her dad, Billy Ray will be released into the wild on Thursday, July 24.
Wal-Mart, Disney offering Hannah Montana calls - (7/23/2008)
Wal-Mart is offering free back-to-school wake up calls featuring a pre-recorded message by Hannah Montana / Miley Cyrus.
Miley Cyrus Auctions Red Carpet Date - (7/23/2008)
Now through July 29th fans can bid for to attend the premiere of "Bolt" with Miley Cyrus who provides a voice in the film.
Miley Cyrus grows up and away from Hannah Montana - (7/21/2008)
An interview with Miley Cyrus about her upcoming album "Breakout"
Miley Cyrus overshadows 'Hannah Montana' - (7/21/2008)
A look at the broadening career of singer / actress Miley Cyrus.
Miley Cyrus To Star in Cleaner Version of Sex and the City - (7/15/2008)
Brief interview with Miley Cyrus about her future goals as an actress and her current position as a role model to young girlsVideo with audio track automatically plays
Get the 3-D glasses ready for 'Hannah Montana' - (7/11/2008)
"Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert" will come to Starz in standard- and high-definition starting 9 p.m. EDT Saturday, July 26, the premium cable channel announced Thursday.
Simon Grant presents Hannah Montana Superfan - (7/11/2008)
Simon Grant is best known for being covered in green slime in children's quiz show Gunge Grant. Now he's testing the UK's knowledge of teen sensation Hannah Montana.
Miley Cyrus Grows Up on 'Breakout' - Billboard (6/27/2008)
Miley Cyrus talks exclusively with Billboard magazine about her album "Breakout" and the recent "Vanity Fair" controversy.
Billy Ray Cyrus says he was surprised by Miley's Vanity Fair photo - (6/17/2008)
Billy Ray Cyrus states he was not in attendance when the controversial photos of Miley were taken for "Vanity Fair"
Hannah Montana Co-Creator Suggests Media Leave Miley Alone - (6/12/2008)
Michael Poryes, co-creator of "Hannah Montana" expresses his concern over the recent increase in media scrutiny of Miley Cyrus' actions.
Cyrus circumvents Disney with YouTube Show - (6/11/2008)
Reports Miley Cyrus is using a self-created vlog to mock rival Disney stars Selena Gomez and Demi Lovato. The article goes on to highlight the various ways teen celebrities are using the medium to connect directly to their fanbase.
Rascal Flatts to appear in Hannah Montana movie - (6/6/2008)
Country group Rascal Flatts to appear, perform in upcoming 'Hannah Montana: The Movie'
Paparazzi have their lenses on Miley Cyrus - Los Angeles Times (5/28/2008)
The Los Angeles Times examines the increasing pressure of the paparazzi on actor Miley Cyrus.
Disney starts production on "Hannah Montana" film shot in Nashville - (5/23/2008)
Disney's "Hannah Montana" movie is being shot in and around Nashville.
Miley Personally Hurt By Vanity Fair Controversy - (5/23/2008)
Miley Cyrus' friend talks about the difficult time Miley had during the Vanity Fair controversy.
Billy Ray Cyrus Discusses His Busy Schedule - (5/20/2008)
Miley's dad Billy Ray is busy with his role in her upcoming "Hannah Montana" film, a new album and his new gig as host of NBC's "Nashville Star"
Miley Cyrus Films New Flick In Columbia - Hannah Montana (5/19/2008)
Miley Cyrus is in Columbia, TN outside of Nashville filming scenes for the Hannah Montana movie.
Cyrus at center of candy controversy - WSYR (5/19/2008)
WSYR reports the Oklahoma-based company Glamour Shots claim the Hannah Montana Glamour Shots Candy misleads consumers to believe the photo agency made the treats and has filed a lawsuit.
Miley ratings nothing to smile about - Hannah Montana (5/19/2008)
Reports of decline in Hannah Montana viewership.
Sounds Familiar, Miley - New York Post (5/19/2008)
The New York Post reports the LA-based band Lustra claims the song "Rockstar" by Miley Cyrus is a copy of their tune "Scotty Doesn't Know"
Miley's Got Milk - E! Online (5/14/2008)
E! Online highlights Miley Cyrus' "Got Milk" image.
Indian kids want to live life the Disney way? - (5/12/2008)
A look at the influence of Hannah Montana and other Western programming on the children of India.
Flap over Cyrus' bared shoulder is more about the finger pointing - The Hollywood Reporter (5/6/2008)
The Hollywood Reporter offers their theory behind the recent Miley Cyrus - Vanity Fair controversy.
Miley Cyrus Thanks Fans For Their Support During Disney Games Set - (5/5/2008)
Highlights from Miley Cyrus' Disney Channel Games Concert appearance.
How Many 'Hannah' Viewers Sunday Night? - Hannah Montana (5/5/2008)
"Multichannel News" evaluates the fiscal success of Hannah Montana and ponders the impact of her recent "Vanity Fair" images as the first new episode premieres.
Miley Cyrus performs at Disney but doesn't address photo - Associated Press (5/5/2008)
The Associated Press reports Miley Cyrus performed at the Disney Channel Games Concert but didn't participate in the red carpet nor did she answer any questions about the Vanity Fair photo.
Now This Is Miley - New York Post (5/5/2008)
The New York Post offers a photo of Miley Cyrus from the recent Disney Channel Games Concert.
Miley Cyrus to skip schedule scheduled Disney red carpet event - Associated Press (5/2/2008)
The Associated Press reports Miley Cyrus won't attend the "Disney Channel Games" red carpet event and media part. Other reports have stated that it is still expected she will sing in "Disney Channel Games" concert finale.
Brooke Shields Returns as Miley Stewart's Mom in All New Hannah Montana Episode, 5/4 - (5/2/2008)
Brooke Shields reprises her guest starring role as Miley Stewart's mom in a new episode of "Hannah Montana," airing Sunday, May 4 (8:00 p.m., ET/PT) on Disney Channel. This episode marks Shields’ second guest starring role in a "Hannah Montana" episode. She first played the role of Miley and Jackson's mother, Susan, seen in flashback scenes, last year.
Miley's Photos Too Sexy for My Budget - The Street (4/30/2008)
The Street columnist Suzanne Barlyn says the photos of Miley Cyrus for "Vanity Fair" are enough for her to stop purchasing Hannah Montana products.
Dad 'Mortified' By Miley Photo - New York Post (4/29/2008)
The New York Post reports Miley's parents had left the shoot and didn't view the controversial photo before it was published. The Post also cites an unnamed highranking Disney employee that Miley would be keeping "a very low profile for the next four to six months."
Miley Story Correction - New York Times (4/29/2008)
The New York Times has posted a correction regarding the Miley Cyrus story -- headline and an article on Monday about a Vanity Fair photograph showing the actress Miley Cyrus in a suggestive pose left the incorrect impression that she was bare-breasted. While the pose was indeed revealing, she was wrapped in what appeared to be a bedsheet; she was not topless.
Should 'Hannah Montana' Be Sexy? - ABC News (4/29/2008)
ABC News reports critics of Miley Cyrus' Vanity Fair cover images are laying blame on parents and media for sexualization of young girls.
Miley Cyrus Vanity Fair Saga - (4/29/2008)
Actress Jamie Lee Curtis joins the chorus of voices discussing Miley Cyrus' Vanity Fair photo shoot.
Move Over, Miley? - E! News (4/29/2008)
Reports from E! News Disney will work to make Selena Gomez an even bigger star due to the recent controversies surrounding Miley Cyrus.
Miley Cyrus 'Embarrassed' by Photo Spread - Vanity Fair (4/28/2008)
Miley Cyrus has issued a statement prior to the release of the upcoming Vanity Fair feature on the 15-year-old. She states "I took part in a photo shoot that was supposed to be 'artistic' and now, seeing the photographs and reading the story, I feel so embarrassed."
Leibovitz Addresses Cyrus Photo Spread Controversy - (4/28/2008)
Annie Leibovitz has issued a statement regarding the Vanity Fair cover images of Miley Cyrus.
Revealing Photo Threatens A Major Disney Franchise - New York Times (4/28/2008)
The New York Times evaluates the possible fallout over Miley's Vanity Fair cover.
Cyrus Controversy More Likely To Help Than Hurt - Vanity Fair (4/28/2008)
Media analysts discuss the anticipated impact of Miley Cyrus' Vanity Fair photo shoot.
Miley Cyrus photos may tarnish squeaky clean image - (4/25/2008)
The naughty Internet pictures spark concern about the star of Disney's lucrative 'Hannah Montana' franchise.
Miley Cyrus' photo scandal - Los Angeles Times (4/21/2008)
The Los Angeles Times reports images of Miley Cyrus exposing her bra have been posted online.
Miley Cyrus to headline at Stadium of Fire - (4/1/2008)
Miley Cyrus will perform in Provo UT on July 4th. Tickets go on sale Friday at 5p.
Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus - Clean is the New Cool - The Age (3/21/2008)
Australia's The Age reviews the Hannah Montana 3-D concert film and discusses the clean, non-sexual image of performer Miley Cyrus and her alter ego, Hannah Montana.
Miley Cyrus gets waxed - (3/20/2008)
Madame Tussauds New York unveils Miley Cyrus figure.
Cyrus' Child Is No Destiny - Associated Press (3/18/2008)
The Associated Press reports Disney Channel star Destiny Hope Cyrus is legally changing her name to Miley Ray Cyrus.
Hannah Montana breaks her own rodeo attendance record - Houston Chronicle (3/10/2008)
The Houston Chronicle reports a recent Miley Cyrus appearance set a new rodeo attendance record.
Miley Cyrus to play rival network's awards show - Reuters (3/4/2008)
Reuters announces Disney Channel celeb Miley Cyrus will perform at Nickelodeon's Kids Choice Awards.
Miley Cyrus Goes Crazy for Ketchup on Tonight Show - Access Hollywood (2/28/2008)
Access Hollywood shares footage of Miley Cyrus drinking ketchup on the Tonight Show.
Miley, Billy Ray Cyrus to host CMT Music Awards - (2/27/2008)
Miley Cyrus and her dad, Billy Ray will host the 2008 CMT Music Awards. They are also expected to perform.
Hannah Montana's Jake Ryan Coming to Bloomington's Coliseum - Hannah Montana (2/22/2008)
Cody Linley, who stars as Jake Ryan on Hannah Montana has been announced for a personal appearance April 19 at the Bloomington Extreme’s indoor football game at the U.S. Cellular Coliseum.
Tennessee lands filming for 'Hannah Montana' movie - USA Today (2/21/2008)
The USA Today reports the Hannah Montana movie will be filming in Tennessee and Los Angeles beginning in early May.
Billy Ray Cyrus apologizes for seatbelt gaffe - (2/14/2008)
Billy Ray Cyrus has issued an apology in response to complaints about footage of him and his daughter in her film riding in the back of a vehicle without seat belts.
Hannah Montana -- The UnBritney - The Economy (2/14/2008)
The Economy examines the Hannah Montana phenomenon and its wholesome image.
Things I Learned Watching Hannah Montana 3D - Village Voice (2/13/2008)
Village Voice rock critic Tom Breihan shares his insights from the recent theatrical presentation of Hannah Montana's concert in 3-D.
We Heart Hannah - Motley Fool (2/11/2008)
The Motley Fool highlights the Hannah Montana phenomenon.
Did Disney mislead moviegoers about the Hannah Montana film? - (2/8/2008)
The 3-D concert documentary was advertised as a one-week limited run but was extended after huge ticket sales.
A Memo to Disney RE: Hannah Montana Nonsense - (2/7/2008)
A mom reacts to Disney's announcement that they will extend the 3-D presentations of the Hannah Montana Concert.
'Hannah' a growing girl - Hollywood Reporter (2/5/2008)
According to the Hollywood Reporter, Disney's Hannah Montana pulled in an average $45,561 per screen leading Disney to extend its offering and opening it up theater owners to extend it beyond that date if they choose.
Montana mania hits theaters - Variety (2/4/2008)
Variety reports Disney's Hannah Montana topped the box office during Super Bowl Weekend and Disney has extended its run an additional week.
Hannah Montana & High School Musical Themed Makeovers Coming to Disney Park - (2/4/2008)
Jim Hill talks about this variation on "Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique" that's about to be built at the Walt Disney World Resort. Only this time around, this pricey beauty parlor will help your child look like their favorite Disney Channel star.
Miley's Musical Millions - Forbes (2/4/2008)
Forbes speculates on where Disney may take Hannah Montana phenomenon in the next five years.
The Jonas Brothers and Miley Cyrus Take Over SIRIUS Channel Hits 1 - (2/1/2008)
A special weekend broadcast event, which kicks-off today, will feature Miley Cyrus and The Jonas Brothers sharing behind-the-scenes stories from her wildly successful tour as well as personal stories about their families.
The tweens shall meet - Hollywood Reporter (2/1/2008)
The Hollywood Reporter talks about why Disney's Hannah Montana has a chance to top the box office this Super Bowl Weekend.
Hannah Montana film sets presales record - Hollywood Reporter (1/31/2008)
According to the Hollywood Reporter, ticket presales for the 3D Hannah Montana concert has set records.
Docu gives Hannah fans a brief, high-energy treat - Reuters (1/31/2008)
Reuters provides a brief overview of the 3-D Hannah Montana concert film that hits theaters February 1st for a limited engagement.
Hannah Montana concert movie sets presale records - Reuters (1/30/2008)
Reuters reports the strong online ticket sales numbers for the limited release 3-D film of Hannah Montana's concert.
Wal-Mart Teams With Disney to be Hannah Montana Retail Headquarters - (1/30/2008)
Throughout the year Wal-Mart will offer more ways for fans to express their inner pop star, with more than 140 unique Hannah Montana-inspired products. Hannah Montana fans can already begin to browse new accessories in Wal-Mart's "Hannah Montana Shops" in 750 Wal-Mart stores across the U.S.
Hannah Montana/MIley Cyrus, Girls Night Out a good one - (1/29/2008)
Overview of the concert in Orlando.
Miley Cyrus honors her dad with new name - Hannah Montana (1/29/2008)
The star of Disney's Hannah Montana has officially changed her name to Miley Ray Cyrus.
She's a Total Sellout - New York Post (1/28/2008)
The New York Post talks about the continuing success of Hannah Montana as her limited run 3D film is selling out.
Teenager arrested in suicide hijacking plot - CNN (1/25/2008)
CNN reports a teen was arrested who had plans to hijack a commercial jetliner to crash into a Hannah Montana concert in Louisiana.
Hannah Montana Movie Tickets Hot - Orlando Sentinel (1/17/2008)
The Orlando Sentinel reports Hannah Montana movie tickets are selling out.
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Miracle Miley - (1/10/2008)
A look at the impact tween star Miley Cyrus has on the fashion industry.

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