> At a Glance
> – Miley Cyrus is open to returning to acting if the right role appears
> – She received the Outstanding Artistic Achievement award at the Palm Springs festival
> – The 20th anniversary of Hannah Montana arrives in March
> – Why it matters: Fans may soon see the pop star back on screen alongside new music celebrations
Miley Cyrus last acted in a 2019 Black Mirror episode, but the Grammy winner says she hasn’t shut the door on Hollywood. Speaking at the January 3 Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards, she laid out exactly what would lure her back.
The Comeback Conditions
> “If the opportunity or the script or the character was right or designed in a way that it would make sense, I’m totally there.”
Cyrus told Entertainment Tonight her focus remains music, yet she’s ready when the perfect project lands on her desk.
- She wants a role tailored to her current life stage
- Quality of the script matters more than franchise size
- No rush-she’s content waiting for the fit to feel organic
Festival Honors and Golden Globe Buzz
Cyrus collected the Outstanding Artistic Achievement award for Dream As One, her song in Avatar: Fire and Ash. The track also earned her a 2026 Golden Globe nomination, news that left her elated.
> “Everything that I could have dreamed is a reality and so everyday I’m grateful.”
Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Plans
Fresh blonde bangs signal Cyrus is already honoring the Disney role that made her famous. March marks two decades since the show’s debut, and she’s planning something special.
| Anniversary Detail | Status |
|---|---|
| Date | March 2025 |
| New Look | Blonde, Hannah-style bangs |
| Reboot Talk | Cyrus says “This is the only Hannah” |
She told Billboard that any celebration will spotlight the shared growth between her and the fans who literally aged alongside her.
> “I love looking back at the growth for both of us because it’s very rare that someone grows up with their fanbase.”
Key Takeaways
- Cyrus will act again if a role feels custom-built for her
- She’s celebrating both a new award and a Golden Globe nod for Avatar song Dream As One
- The Hannah Montana 20th anniversary in March will honor her unique bond with longtime fans
With new music honors in hand and nostalgia in the air, 2025 could deliver both a Miley screen return and a nostalgic trip back to her Disney roots.
