Jason Earles' Age Lie on Hannah Montana

0:00I'm Cory with the story, bringing you the latest in entertainment and pop culture. Jason Earls recently shared a wild story from his Hannah Montana days. He auditioned for the role of Lazy Brother Jackson Stewart by lying about his age. At 28 years old and already married, he told casting directors he was just 18. The character was supposed to be 16 and he worried no one would buy it. The trick worked and he got the part. Halfway through the first season, a network executive confronted him on set. The exec learned Earls was 28 and married to the girl he was kissing on screen. They agreed to keep it quiet, with no more surprises like kids. Crew members and showbosses were actually thankful for the lie. The showrunner said they would recast him if they knew sooner. Earls was much older than the young cast. Miley Cyrus was 13. Her co-stars around 11 to 14, while her dad Billy Ray was in his 40s. His maturity helped blend in and set a good example for the kids. They saw him as one of them, so they followed his lead on discipline and homework.

1:02That dynamic made the show click in a special way. Now as Hannah Montana nears its 20th anniversary, Miley is planning a Disney Plus special on March 24th. She wants it to honor the start of her career. This episode is supported by our sponsor, C Details in the Description. Do not just fall asleep. Get into what you are listening to, SOLI solelypillow.com