US EditionWhy Is Emily Osment Not in the 'Hannah Montana' 20th Anniversary Special?
Emily Osment missed the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special due to filming the CBS series Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage, confirming a work-related scheduling conflict.
- On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special premiered on Disney+ without original cast member Emily Osment, who played Lilly Truscott. Osment confirmed scheduling conflicts kept her from the reunion.
- Osment explained in an Instagram video shared Monday that she could not attend because she is currently filming the CBS series Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage. The busy set schedule made attendance impossible.
- Reflecting on the show's legacy, Osment wrote that Hannah Montana 'changed my life,' teaching her 'discipline, patience, timing and respect.' She added, 'I'm so grateful that you guys all still love the show,' thanking fans for 20 years of support.
- Hosted by Call Her Daddy podcast host Alex Cooper, the special features an in-depth interview with Miley Cyrus. The program also includes cameos from Selena Gomez and Cyrus' parents, Billy Ray Cyrus and Tish Cyrus.
- While Osment and Mitchel Musso were absent from the premiere, the special marks a major milestone for the Disney Channel classic. The series originally aired from 2006 to 2011, celebrating two decades of cultural impact.
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