'You walked so I could run': Chappell Roan praises Miley Cyrus during Hannah Montana special

Roan also acknowledged the challenges Cyrus faced in her career, saying, 'The world really took it out on you'

Chappell Roan is giving major credit to Miley Cyrus as the pop star celebrates 20 years of Hannah Montana.

During the anniversary special, Roan reflected on Cyrus’ impact on the music industry and her own career, saying, “You walked so I could run.”

She also acknowledged the challenges Cyrus faced early in her career, adding, “The world really took it out on you,” highlighting the scrutiny Cyrus endured as a young star transitioning into adulthood.

The special celebrates two decades since Hannah Montana first premiered in 2006, a show that helped launch Cyrus into global stardom and became a defining pop culture phenomenon.

The anniversary event features appearances from several stars and revisits iconic moments from the series, blending nostalgia with reflections on Cyrus’ journey from Disney Channel teen idol to global music icon.