Miley Cyrus to headline Dec. 31 special

NEW YORK, Dec. 22 (UPI) -- U.S. pop star Miley Cyrus has signed on to star in a prime time New Year's Eve special, MTV has announced.

"FNMTV Presents: A Miley-Sized Surprise ... New Year's Eve 2009" will see Cyrus taking over a fan's home for the televised event, featuring performances by Metro Station, All Time Low, The Academy Is..., Kevin Rudolf and Cyrus herself, the network said.

The special is to air live Dec. 31 from 8-9:30pm ET, with an encore presentation at 10:30pm ET to include a live countdown to midnight from Times Square.

"After Miley surprises the lucky fan by showing up on her doorstep, they'll spend the day hanging out together, participating in activities for the fan's favorite charity, and visiting with friends," MTV said in a news release. "Miley will be showering her with gifts and treats throughout the festivities. Let's just say it'll be a giant 'Miley-sized' surprise like no other when the party begins, including performances by Miley from the winning fan's bedroom, another featuring Metro Station and more!"

Emceeing from MTV's studios in New York will be Australian twin duo Lisa and Jessica Origliasso, better known as The Veronicas, who will be on hand to interview the show's performers, MTV said.