Miley Cyrus recently opened up about the immense pressure of headlining the Super Bowl halftime show, revealing the one condition under which she’d consider taking on the massive gig. According to People, the singer-songwriter shared her thoughts in a cover story interview with Variety, addressing rumors from last year that she might perform during the Big Game.
Cyrus explained the mental hurdles involved, noting, “I always think the Super Bowl feels like too much pressure. I would have to do the mental work of making it not about the Super Bowl, because then you can’t help but go, ‘It’s millions of people, and it’s the most-watched thing in the world.'” That kind of spotlight is no joke, especially after Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance sparked intense debate.
Despite the daunting nature of the event, the singer admitted she would consider it if the performance could mirror the approach of her upcoming Disney+ special. “If I could find a way to make it exactly what the Hannahversary was, taking a journey through the discography and appreciating each song and each era for what it is, I think I could find it in myself,” she explained.
She’s not saying no, but it has to feel like her show
That sounds like a truly personal and reflective show, which I think would be a top-tier way to experience her music. While she hasn’t headlined the halftime show yet, Cyrus did get a taste of the Super Bowl atmosphere when she headlined the TikTok tailgate at Super Bowl LV in 2021. During that performance, she rocked hits like High, Edge of Midnight, and We Can’t Stop, even getting emotional while singing her 2013 ballad Wrecking Ball.
Beyond potential Super Bowl dreams, Cyrus has something equally exciting right around the corner: the premiere of her Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special. Cyrus explained that for the highly anticipated special, she “didn’t want to do this modern approach to Hannah. I wanted to keep it preserved. But also, now Hannah wears Gucci.” She also shared that going back to her iconic blonde Hannah Montana roots “felt like home again,” which just warms my heart.
The trailer for the special dropped, giving us a sneak peek at Cyrus donning the familiar blonde wig and walking onto recreated sets from the original show. Disney previously announced that the special will include an “in-depth interview” with Cyrus herself, alongside never-before-seen archival footage from the filming of the series.
Ayo Davis, president of Disney Branded Television, emphasized the show’s lasting impact by saying “Hannah Montana opened the door for so many fans to dream big, sing loud, and embrace every side of themselves, which is why its legacy continues to shine across generations. Partnering with Miley on this special is a dream, and we want it to be a love letter to the fans, who remain as passionate today as they were when the series debuted almost 20 years ago.”
It sounds like this special is going to be a fantastic trip down memory lane for everyone who grew up with Hannah.
Published: Mar 19, 2026 02:45 pm