Miley Cyrus has always been an open book, especially when it comes to her experiences growing up in the spotlight. From the moment she stepped into the role of Miley Stewart in Hannah Montana, she became a household name. But it wasn’t all fun and games behind the scenes.
In a candid conversation on her mom and sister’s podcast, Sorry We’re Cyrus with Tish & Brandi, Miley recently revealed startling details about her time on the set of the Disney Channel hit, offering a more controversial view of what many thought was a picture-perfect show.
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As Miley reflected on her time filming Hannah Montana, she opened up about how the pressures of being a child star affected her, both personally and professionally. While most fans likely imagined the Disney set to be full of laughter and fun, Miley’s revelations point to a different, more complicated reality.
Specifically, Miley claimed that drug use was a problem behind the scenes, a startling admission that has left many fans in disbelief.
According to Miley, her father, country singer Billy Ray Cyrus, was involved in some questionable behavior during filming. She revealed that Billy Ray would smoke pot on the set and then blame her for it.
Her mother, Tish, confirmed that she never believed the accusations against her husband at the time, adding more weight to Miley’s claims. This revelation certainly paints a different picture of the relationship between Miley and her father during those years, adding a layer of tension to their public family dynamic.
But the drama didn’t stop there. Miley also implicated her co-star, Mitchel Musso, who played Oliver Oken, Miley Stewart’s best friend. According to Miley, Musso was involved in the drug use on set.
In response to these allegations, Musso didn’t deny that drug use occurred on the set, but he firmly denied being the person involved.
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In a statement to E! News, he said:
Well, that’s not how I remember it. However, I’ve got plenty of stories from those years that might be worth having a conversation about. If we’re revisiting Hannah Montana history — just say the word. All love to Miley and the fam, even when the rewrites get this creative.
While Miley’s bombshell claims about drug use have stolen the spotlight, her relationship with her father, Billy Ray, remains an important part of the story. The father-daughter duo has faced public scrutiny for years, especially after a contentious fallout that played out in the press.
In particular, a leaked recording where Billy Ray referred to Miley as a “devil” and a “skank” led to reports that the two were estranged. For a time, it seemed their relationship might never recover. However, Miley recently shared that things have improved between them.
During an interview about their strained relationship, Miley confirmed that she and Billy Ray were no longer estranged. “No,” Miley answered simply when asked about their status, referencing the time when they were reportedly not speaking.
Despite the ups and downs, it appears that the two have found common ground and have been able to repair their relationship over the years.
Though the drug revelations have shocked many, the question now remains: how will these new details affect the legacy of Hannah Montana? The show, which ran for four seasons, was a major part of the Disney Channel’s success and has remained a nostalgic favorite for fans.
However, Miley’s candid remarks about the behind-the-scenes reality of the show may change how people view the experience of being a child star on a major production.
Miley’s revelations not only offer insight into her time on Hannah Montana but also raise important questions about the pressures of fame, the impact of growing up in the public eye, and the struggles many young stars face.
What do you think about Miley’s claims? Do you believe Mitchel Musso was involved in the drug use, or do you think Miley is simply covering for her father? And how do you feel about her repairing her relationship with Billy Ray after years of tension? Share your thoughts in the comments below—we want to know what you think about the new revelations from Miley’s Hannah Montana days.
