13 Feb, 2008
New queen of "tween"
For "Hannah Montana", it's talent, fame, riches, adoring fans, an amazing future...
Miley Ray Cyrus set to become a billionaire by the time she hits adulthood
Who needs men to drive the box office when you’ve got Miley Ray Cyrus (better known to legions of pint-size fans as Hannah Montana), a multimedia starlet who is on track to be a billionaire by the time she hits 18.
The day after Super Bowl XLII, Cyrus — or Hannah Montana, the character she plays on the hit Disney Channel TV show — stole headlines away from one of the most memorable upsets in the history of the National Football League. Her film, Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert, became the No. 1 movie at the box office, earning $31.1 million in three days.
Hannah Montana was shown only at 683 specially-equipped Digital 3-D theatres and moviegoers paid on average $15 per ticket. (The national average is closer to $7. For more on her movie's effect on U2 3D, read "Hannah Montana Vs. U2.")
Cyrus, daughter of ’90s country crooner Billy Ray Cyrus, who co-stars as her on-screen father, wasn’t done: That same Monday, the movie raked in another $3.3 million. And Tuesday, it earned another $2.8 million, leaving Hollywood insiders scratching their heads. “It was unexpected,” said Jeff Bock, a box-office analyst for Los Angeles-based Exhibitor Relations, “especially for a film targeting young females, which the studios usually don’t target.”
Michael Wood, vice president of TRU, a market-research firm based in Northbrook, Illinois, specializing in tween and youth audiences, says he sees Cyrus on her way to billion-dollar status. “At this rate, she’s certainly positioned to,” Wood says. “I don’t see this ending anytime soon. This is not a fluke.”
photo & story courtesy msnbc.msn.com, 2/8/08
Ecclesiastes 5:19-20 (NIV)
19 Moreover, when God gives any man wealth and possessions, and enables him to enjoy them, to accept his lot and be happy in his work—this is a gift of God. 20 He seldom reflects on the days of his life, because God keeps him occupied with gladness of heart.
What does today's God's Story scripture, written by Solomon, teach us about being content in life?
When you see Miley Cyrus living this fantasy dream world for real, as a junior high kid, do you find yourself feeling a little jealous? (OK, if you're a girl, maybe totally envious?)
Miley (aka Hannah Montana), a teenage sensation, is about to "have it all" from our culture's perspective. She's talented, famous, and just getting started! Miley is cute, a rich superstar celebrity, and she's just a kid. It's not fair!
You may be wondering "How does she get all this?"
(Hey, I'm a middle-aged man and I'm wondering the same thing!) Let's be honest. We're all human and it's hard not to be jealous.
That's why once again, God's Word is so practical about issues we all face! Check out this insight on today's scripture from Tyndale's LIFE APPLICATION STUDY BIBLE notes:
5:19, 20 God wants us to view what we have (whether it is much or little) with the right perspective - our possessions are a gift from God. Although they are not the source of joy, they are a reason to rejoice because every good thing comes from God. We should focus more on the Giver than the gift. We can be content with what we have when we realize that in God we have everything we need.
- Thank God first of all for who He is.....now spend a couple of minutes letting His Spirit remind you of what He's given you, starting with His Son Jesus.....now confess any struggle you may have in being content with what you have or don't have in life...ask Him to teach you to always be grateful in everything....
- Make it a daily discipline in your life to thank God for every good thing He does in your life and for every gift He provides for you - big or small.
- Keep a written record of the good "gifts" that God gives you. You may be surprised at how "rich" you really are.
- Whenever you see stories about Miley "Hannah Montana" Cyrus, let it remind you to let God help you be content.
How can we connect today's story and God's Story scripture and our story to others?
- There will be lots of talk about Miley Cyrus in the coming weeks. Use it as an opportunity to encourage others in their abilities and talents.
- If you have someone in your storysphere who is pretty interested in God's Story and your story, use conversation about Miley Cyrus to continue to connect their story to God's Story. You can be honest about feeling jealous of others who seem to have everything. Explain how God is challenging you to live a life of contentment because you belong to Him. Continue to talk naturally about your relationship with Jesus.
- Pray for Miley Cyrus to experience God at work in her life during this incredible experience and opportunity.
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