New Real Name for Hannah Montana

Big-screen version of Disney Channel hit canters over familiar ground

(NEWSER) - Hannah Montana: The Movie slickly translates the Disney Channel tween smash onto the big screen, say critics, but those who aren't already fans can safely sit this one out.

• Moira Macdonald, Seattle Times: The movie "is an excuse for some generically catchy songs and a showcase for Miley Cyrus' charmingly chipmunk-cheeked smile; and on that level, it works well enough."

Cameos may be part of the visit

(NEWSER) - Hannah Montana apparently would like to be Malia and Sasha Obama's new BFF. Billy Ray Cyrus has invited the Obama children to visit the Hannah Montana set and there's even talk of the first kids playing small roles on the hit teen show, reports Access Hollywood. Leading gal Miley Cyrus says she may have some tips for the young Obamas on life in the spotlight. More»

Teen sensation sells out shows nationwide

(NEWSER) - Parents across the nation are wringing their hands as scalpers rub theirs with glee over Hannah Montana, the 14-year-old fictional pop star whose concert tour dates are selling out in minutes. Her popular Disney Channel show rocketed the character to Madonna-level stardom with kids, the Seattle Post-Intelligencer says, which means scalpers are charging thousands for tickets. More»

Cyrus says he's now working on 'mending family' after 'GQ' interview

(NEWSER) - On second thought, maybe it wasn’t a great idea for Billy Ray Cyrus to blab on about how Hannah Montana ruined his family . The country musician tells People his comments in a recent GQ interview were “explosive, and unintentionally so,” and says that right now the most important thing to him is “mending my family. … We are working together to make sure our future is stronger and healthier.” More»

The Cyrus family says 'thank you' with 'Hannah Montana' guest stint

(NEWSER) - Miley Cyrus and her dad staged a fun surprise for military families…"fun" being dependent on your love for Hannah Montana, that is. Dozens of families were invited to the March 12 taping of the Disney show, then—gotcha!—told they’d actually be in the show, in a concert scene. “My dad has always been super involved with the troops,” Miley tells People ; Billy Ray adds that the episode was his way of saying “thank you.” More»