AceShowbiz - Mitchel Musso was not part of the Hannah Montana 20th anniversary special that aired in March 2024. He revealed that although he was invited to participate, he chose to decline because the offer was not presented to him in a manner he found appropriate.

The 20th anniversary special featured Miley Cyrus, who reprised her role as Miley Stewart/Hannah Montana, along with host Alex Cooper and celebrity guests such as Selena Gomez and Chappell Roan. Classic episodes of the original series as well as the special are available for streaming on Disney+. Notably, Emily Osment, another main cast member, was also absent from the special due to filming commitments on the CBS sitcom Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage.

On his Instagram, Mitchel reflected fondly on his time on Hannah Montana and expressed gratitude toward his co-stars and the crew. He also shared his eagerness to return as Oliver Oken, joking about needing a wig and wardrobe to reprise the role. Musso indicated he had been waiting about ten years for a proper opportunity to revisit the character.

Mitchel Musso is best known for playing Oliver Oken, Miley Stewart’s best friend, in over 70 episodes of Hannah Montana from 2006 to 2009. His work on the show earned him a Young Artist Award nomination. Beyond the series, he has a diverse filmography including roles in Secondhand Lions, Monster House, and Hatching Pete, as well as voice acting credits on King of the Hill and Phineas and Ferb.

Mitchel’s absence from the special highlights ongoing challenges in reuniting original cast members under terms they consider respectful and fitting. His openness about declining the invitation underscores the complexities behind nostalgic revivals, where not all original stars feel their legacy is honored in reunion projects.