Disney Postpones ‘Hannah Montana’ Diabetes Episode

The Disney Channel usually bends over backward when it comes to anything related to its pride and joy, teen idol Miley Cyrus. E! News confirmed Saturday, however, that the season premiere of the network’s flagship sitcom, “Hannah Montana,” had been indefinitely postponed over concerns it might not treat diabetes in a serious enough light.

“No Sugar, Sugar,” an episode originally scheduled to air Nov. 2, was to introduce Cyrus co-star Mitchel Musso’s character, Oliver, as a diabetic. Though a Disney spokesperson told E! News advice from medical experts had been incorporated into the script, a strong response from concerned parents shown a preview of the finished product gave the company cold feet.

“Notwithstanding the measures we took, and based on the episode’s preview and early feedback from parents, we removed the episode from Sunday’s schedule and are now reevaluating it,” the rep said.

An installment of the show originally scheduled to air later in the season preempted the controversial piece. It was not immediately clear if Disney would reshoot all or part of “No Sugar, Sugar” or scrap it altogether.

Diabetes is a metabolic disorder causing abnormally high levels of blood sugar in those with the disease. As a result, diabetics must limit their intake of foods high in sugar and, in some cases, regularly inject themselves with hormone insulin.

Via hollywoodtoday.net

Freak Accident on the Hannah Montana Movie Set

Extras and crew had a bit of a scare Tuesday on the Tennessee set of “Hannah Montana: The Movie” when a piece of production equipment was blown onto a ferris wheel full of extras.

The accident produced no serious injuries, Disney said in a statement. The company said “a minor accident” which occurred during a break in filming caused only “minor injuries” and that the extras hurt had received immediate medical attention. None of the cast was on the set according to Disney.

TMZ.com, which first reported the incident, said star Miley Cyrus had just finished filming a scene next to the ferris wheel when the naughty gust of wind caused the damage.

One of the extras, Brenda Blackford, told Nashville station WKRN-TV that “when the wind caught it, all the cables were loose.”

The loose cables reportedly struck several of the people on the ride. There was no need though for emergency personnel or law enforcement to be called on the scene.

Miley Cyrus has been filming alongside dad Billy Ray Cyrus for about a week. Neither was on set when the incident occurred.

It is the first feature film based on Disney’s hugely popular television series “Hannah Montana.” It also features series regulars Emily Osment, Jason Earles, Mitchel Musso and Moises Aria.

Peter Chelson is directing from a script by Dan Berendsen. The film is scheduled for a spring 2009 release.

Others joining the usual gang are Melora Hardin, Margo Martindale, Barry Bostwick, Peter Gunn, Lucas Till and Vanessa Williams.

The “Hannah Montana” franchise warmed up this spring with the 3-D release of “Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert Tour,” comprising concert footage and behind-the-scenes clips from Miley Cyrus’ 2007 sell-out Best of Both Worlds Tour. It earned $65.3 million at the box office.

The teen pop sensation is also preparing to release her first full-length album, “Breakout,” under her own name on July 22. Miley’s previous two albums were released under her Disney moniker, “Hannah Montana.”

Via efluxmedia.com

Miley Cyrus Wants Clothing Line – Despite Pictures Hannah Montana Star Will Stay In At Least One More Season

Hannah Montana star Miley Cyrus says she will be working at least one more season. Last week we reported that the 15 year-old star was considering quitting the show. According to a fellow employee she was distraught over the coverage she has been getting following her photo-shoot with Vanity Fair magazine.

According to Hollywood.com, she wants to do at least one more season and maybe two. “We’re doing the movie, and then one more season, maybe two,” Cyrus said. “It’s probably going to be one more season though.” She is even considering other avenues for income.

“I would love to have my own clothing line because my style is different from a lot of people,” Cyrus said. She has a huge following despite her recent scandals. Since the Vanity Fair shoot, new photos have emerged on the Internet (see videos below).

She would like to have a relaxed style clothing line. “I like starting trends, but I also like to be comfortable,” the Hannah Montana star said. “I like to be casual but cute and stylish at the same time.’ Miley wants her line to look similar to her favorite designer Marc Jacobs.”

Last week fans were worried that the teen-star was calling it quits. Co-star and friend, Anna Maria Perez de Tagle, said she was feeling bad about her Vanity Fair photo shoot. “It really hurt her inside,” said Tagle. “She didn’t know that people would look at it like that.”

Via bestsyndication.com

Miley Cyrus Hit By Hannah Montana Ratings Slide

It's emerged that viewing figures for Miley Cyrus' TV show Hannah Montana are down following the furore over its star's suggestive Vanity Fair Photo shoot.

Sunday’s brand spanking new episode of the Disney Channel hit saw a 14% decline in audience from the previous fresh episode, which aired before the 'nude scandal' broke, according to the Nielsen Company.

However, longterm figures suggest that Miley fever was on the wane even before the recent hubub - Sunday's audience was down 26% compared with the first original show of the year, which aired in January.

Hannah Montana has now been replaced as Disney’s top-rated show by Wizards of Waverly Place, which stars Selena Gomez who has previously appeared on Hannah, reports the New York Daily News.

However, Disney president and chief executive officer, Bob Iger, is putting on a brave face about Miley's future.

He said yesterday, "With a new season of shows coming up, a new record in July and a theatrical film next year, the 'Hannah Montana'/Miley Cyrus franchise is incredibly robust."

Via entertainmentwise.com

Miley Cyrus To Be Worth $1B By Year's End

Miley Cyrus is already way richer than her dad, Billy Ray Cyrus, and she's only 15.

People magazine reported that the Miley Cyrus franchise will be worth a projected $1 billion by the end of the year.

The "Hannah Montana" star tops the magazine's list of the richest teen celebrities.

The singer isn't seeing much of the money. Her mom said most is invested and her daughter can't touch it until she's 18.

The Jonas Brothers are also on the list, making $12 million a year. Actress Dakota Fanning, 14, makes $4 million a movie while 12-year-old "Little Miss Sunshine" Oscar nominee Abigail Breslin makes $2 million a film.

However, Breslin has to live on an allowance of $11 a week.

Mark Indelicato, 13 makes nearly $500,000 for a season of "Ugly Betty," but he has an allowance of $50 a week.

Via wmtw.com

Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: 3-D Concert (US BD) in August

Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment have announced the US Region A Blu-ray Disc release of Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds 3-D Concert on 19th August 2008 priced at $35.99 SRP. One for the Hannah Montana fans…

It’s two times the talent as Miley Cyrus performs as herself and her pop star alter ego Hannah Montana for the first time ever in the same blockbuster show! Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds 3-D Concert pulls out all the stops, with awesome sets, unforgettable music and off-the-hook dancing choreographed by Kenny Ortega (“High School Musical” franchise, “Cheetah Girls 2”).

First, Hannah Montana rules the stage like the “Rock Star” she is, then she turns over the mike to Miley Cyrus so she can “Start All Over.” A special performance by tween-tastic trio Jonas Brothers completes this ultimate concert experience.

Arriving day-and-date the Blu-ray Disc features a 1080P Widescreen presentation with “up to 7.1 audio” and the same extras as the DVD release which includes 3D glasses to view the film and on the disc are additional songs not seen in theatres and a personal tour that lets you hang out with Miley Cyrus and Jonas Brothers during the tour.

Via dvdtimes.co.uk

Miley Cyrus Feud With The Jonas Brothers: Tour Fight With Hannah Montana?

Do we have a little bit of bickering between Hannah Montana and the Jonas Brothers Nick, Joe and Kevin? According to a report from Star Magazine, things are not as cozy as they seem between Miley Cyrus and The Jonas Brothers. The magazine is reporting that there just might be a little bit of friction between the fifteen-year-old mega star and the boys.

According to the report, which is published in this week's issue of Star, little arguments between the Disney megastar and the three cuties during Miley's blockbuster Best of both Worlds tour "have escalated into full-scale fights," says a source.

Are the two star acts brawling on tour? It is almost as if they are rock stars. The magazine cites an insider source that claims that it turns out that the trio siblings - Joe, 18, Kevin, 20, and Miley's ex-beau Nick, 15 - never wanted to be an opening act for the Hannah Montana / Miley Cyrus show!

"They feel they are stars in their own right and don't need her to be successful, says the source. The fighting has gotten so bad that no one knows who's headlining at the Wango Tango concert in Irvine, Calif., on May 10!

Via nationalledger.com