Dylan Sprouse praises Miley Cyrus’ global fame, says Disney Channel created unmatched stardom

Former Disney Channel star Dylan Sprouse has expressed admiration for the worldwide popularity of his former girlfriend and fellow

Former Disney Channel star Dylan Sprouse has expressed admiration for the worldwide popularity of his former girlfriend and fellow Disney alum Miley Cyrus, suggesting that her level of fame remains difficult for many young actors to match.

Sprouse shared his thoughts during the latest episode of his Wildman podcast, released on Tuesday, November 10, where he was joined by his The Suite Life of Zack & Cody co-star Brenda Song. During their conversation, the two actors reflected on the enormous influence Disney Channel had on their careers and the lasting popularity of the stars who emerged from the network.

While discussing the entertainment industry’s treatment of young performers, Song and Sprouse acknowledged that Disney Channel actors were often underpaid and expected to work long hours. However, they also recognised that the platform provided them with extraordinary exposure and helped establish their names among audiences around the world.

Sprouse pointed out that the popularity achieved by Disney Channel stars during that period was on a different level compared with the reach of many young actors in the present entertainment industry.

He explained that even the most recognisable young performers today might struggle to achieve the same international recognition that Disney personalities enjoyed during the network’s peak years.

To support his argument, Sprouse brought up Miley Cyrus as an example of a celebrity whose popularity extends far beyond the United States.

He suggested that Cyrus had achieved an exceptional level of worldwide recognition, making her one of the strongest examples of Disney Channel’s influence on global entertainment.

Sprouse humorously remarked that even in countries such as Uganda, people would likely recognise Cyrus. Song immediately agreed with his observation, adding that audiences in the African nation would know exactly who the singer was.

Their comments highlighted how Disney Channel helped create a generation of internationally recognised entertainers whose popularity continued long after their television careers began.

Sprouse’s appreciation for Cyrus also comes after the singer recently discussed their teenage relationship during an appearance on the Call Her Daddy podcast with host Alex Cooper.

During the conversation, Cyrus confirmed that she had dated Sprouse during their Disney Channel years. She fondly remembered him as one of her cutest boyfriends, bringing attention back to their brief romance.

The singer also recalled their relationship during the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special in March, offering fans a glimpse into her personal life during her early years in the entertainment industry.

Sprouse had previously spoken about their teenage romance during a 2008 appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!. At the time, he explained that they first met while Cyrus was working on her television set and eventually began dating.

However, their relationship reportedly came to an end after singer Nick Jonas entered the picture. Sprouse jokingly recalled that everything changed when Jonas walked past, referring to Cyrus’ well-known relationship with the Jonas Brothers star.

Both former Disney stars have since moved forward with their personal lives. Cyrus is now engaged to musician Maxx Morando, while Sprouse recently welcomed his first child with his wife, supermodel Barbara Palvin.

Despite their separate journeys, Sprouse’s recent remarks demonstrate the lasting impact of the Disney generation and the extraordinary international recognition achieved by stars such as Cyrus.