Billy Ray’s Wild Ride: New Girlfriend, Family Feud, and a VERY Short Marriage

Elizabeth Hurley and Billy Ray Cyrus are driving toward love.

Just two days following Austin Powers’ exquisite alum, aged 59, and the captivating country singer, both 63, publicly announcing their relationship through an Easter Sunday Instagram post, it’s clear that these lovebirds are ready to conquer any obstacle they encounter on their journey ahead. I can’t help but feel a surge of excitement as a dedicated fan!

On April 22, Elizabeth posted on Instagram about a unique moment they’ve created as a pair. They were pictured standing on the porch of what seemed to be Billy Ray Cyrus’ Tennessee farmhouse, dressed casually in a white blouse, blue denims, and brown footwear.

In a video taken from the same balcony at sunset, the actress from “The Royals” posted a tag for Billy Ray Cyrus, capturing him navigating his all-terrain vehicle over the lawn with an unfurling American flag in the background.

In a recent Instagram post, Elizabeth, who teamed up with Billy Ray in the 2022 comedy “Christmas in Paradise,” added a red heart as a caption to a behind-the-scenes photo. In response, Billy Ray, known for being the father of Brandi Cyrus (37), Trace Cyrus (35), Miley Cyrus (31), Braison Cyrus (30), and Noah Cyrus (24) with ex Tish Cyrus, as well as Christopher Cody Cyrus (32) with ex Kristin Luckey, expressed his support by liking her post, indicating their shared country escapade.

Eight months prior to their public display of affection, the former star of Hannah Montana officially ended his marriage with singer Johanna Rosie Hodges (known as Firerose), whom he wed in October 2023. With their divorce finalized in August, Billy Ray expressed relief after putting an end to their relationship, having accused her during the proceedings of deceiving about her identity and attempting to distance him from his family.

In an interview with TopMob News last August, Billy Ray expressed his astonishment by saying, “This is the craziest, most insanely devious scam I’ve ever come across. And to make matters worse, I find myself right in the thick of it, serving as the primary target. It’s truly unfortunate that things unfolded this way.

He added, “It wasn’t just a web of deceit that placed me in peril, but it also touched my emotions deeply. Love indeed makes one blind to truth.

Regarding Firerose, who dismissed all claims by Billy Ray, she shared a similar desire to put the end of her marriage behind her. A source close to her revealed to TopMob News that she decided to finalize the divorce because it was crucial for her to bring an end to this ongoing smear campaign and halt the emotional distress so she could draw a line under this chapter.

For more about Billy Ray’s life, including his big family tree, keep reading… 

Billy Ray Cyrus married Tish Cyrus (née Leticia Finley) on Dec. 28, 2003.

As a lifestyle expert, I’d rephrase it like this: Back then, Billy Ray and Tish Cyrus were already raising our 12-month-old bundle of joy, Destiny Hope (who you might recognize as Miley), while expecting their son Braison, who entered the world on May 9, 1994.

Approximately seven months before Miley was born on November 23, 1992, Billy Ray’s former girlfriend, Kristin Luckey, welcomed their son, Christopher Cody Cyrus, into the world on April 8th.

In my role as a lifestyle expert, I’d put it this way: When I tied the knot with Tish, I welcomed her daughter Brandi (born May 26, 1987) and son Trace (Feb. 24, 1989) into our family. These wonderful kids share a connection to me through their mom, whose former spouse, Baxter Helson, is their biological father.

Trish and Billy Ray’s youngest, daughter Noah Cyrus, was born Jan. 8, 2000.

Between 2006 and 2010, Billy Ray Cyrus portrayed Miley Stewart’s (Miley’s character who doubles as a pop star) father in the Disney Channel sitcom Hannah Montana and the movie version of it that came out in 2009.

Before they were settled in Los Angeles, Billy Ray and Miley Cyrus were residing in Nashville. However, to launch Miley’s career in entertainment, they decided to relocate to Los Angeles.

In October 2010, Billy Ray and Tish publicly declared their separation. However, within a year, they reconciled once more.

In June 2013, they initiated another divorce process, but just about a month later, they hesitated and decided otherwise. They shared with TopMob News then that they had attended marriage counseling, which they found incredibly helpful for their relationship.

Prior to their reconciliation, following the announcement that her father had initiated divorce proceedings in a Nashville court after 19 years of marriage, Miley posted on Twitter asking, “Given that our texts and emails seem to be failing, would you prefer to discuss things this way instead, @billyraycyrus?

Following their shared role in “The Last Song” in 2010 and an on-and-off relationship spanning a decade, Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth tied the knot in December 2018, just a short while after their Malibu residence was destroyed by fire.

Miley explained that the decision was made, “coming from a point of past pain and our immediate effort to rebuild as swiftly as possible,” during her “Used to Be Young” TikTok series.

But Liam filed for divorce in August 2019 and they finalized the paperwork in January 2020.

According to our source, it was quite straightforward – their youthful affection evolved into something more profound. Now, they’ve both changed over time.

Braison and his wife Stella Cyrus welcomed son Bear Chance Cyrus on June 8. 

Tish filed for divorce fo a third time in April 2022, and this time it stuck.

To add to that, I found myself compelled to mention that her statement of separation, based on “unresolvable disagreements,” revealed a fact that had been evident for quite some time: she and her partner, who had shared over two decades of matrimony, hadn’t resided together since the month of February 2020.

After three decades, five wonderful children, and a treasure trove of memories, we’ve chosen to follow different paths – not out of sadness, but with love in our hearts. This is the decision we’ve made, shared with People magazine in a statement. We’ve grown up together, built a family that makes us incredibly proud, and now it’s time for each of us to chart our unique journeys ahead.

They mentioned that their decision to permanently part ways wasn’t made hastily or impulsively. They also expressed that they would forever remain family, eagerly anticipating a future filled with friendship and parenthood.

In August 2022, Billy Ray discretely became engaged to the 27-year-younger Australian singer Firerose. However, he chose not to make the announcement official until November of the same year.

As a child in Australia, the passion for music ran deeper than anything else in me, shared Firerose with People. I’ve been familiar with his tunes for as long as I can remember.

What started as a friendship turned into more during the darkest days of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Suddenly, the life I’d taken for granted as a touring artist was gone,” Billy Ray expressed. “It was a time of immense change. And during this period, Firerose, who had been such a beacon of positivity, a true friend. As we started creating music together, our bond deepened from musical partners to soulmates, and I found myself experiencing a love that I hadn’t realized could exist.

In November 2022, when Tish’s ex-husband announced his engagement, she made their relationship official on Instagram with the actor from “Prison Break,” Dominic Purcell.

In April 2023, they became engaged, and they exchanged vows in August of the same year, in Malibu as the sun was setting. Miley, Trace, and Brandi were present, standing beside their mother during the ceremony.

Life’s twists and turns are endless, constantly bringing change, as this photo of me, my siblings, and our newly-wed sister illustrates. I believe the key is to appreciate our past, anticipate the future, and find joy in each present moment, for it’s these moments that truly make up our lives.

Miley shared that she finds it deeply emotional to see her mother so happy and in love. She told Vogue before her mother’s wedding, “Dom and my mom have a love that is genuinely sweet. It seems fresh and new, which suits my mother perfectly as she possesses the spirit of a young soul.

With regards to the upcoming phase of her father’s life, it was reported by TopMob News in October 2022 that Miley herself has expressed disinterest in his new romantic relationship and does not have a bond with her prospective stepmother.

The divorce of her parents has made it challenging for her to bond with her father recently, as stated by the source. She is hopeful that they can mend their relationship over time.

Billy Ray recently informed People magazine that as for November, there are no lingering bitter feelings within his family regarding his engagement.

As an ardent admirer, I find myself echoing these words: “Turning the pages, we all are!” It’s no secret that this journey has been quite the rollercoaster, yet deep down, we all sensed the inevitable need for something new.

On October 10, 2023, he and Firerose tied the knot, referring to it as a “beautiful, joy-filled day when our two spirits became one in the sacred bond of marriage.

It seems that, as of the Grammy Awards night on February 4, 2024, whatever divide existed between Miley and her father had not been mended.

Tish, Brandi, and Miley’s boyfriend Maxx Morando were all present. Each of them received recognition when Miley, the “Flowers” singer, was awarded Record of the Year.

As Miley concluded her speech, “I don’t think I forgot anyone.”

Back in April 2024, I, a die-hard fan, couldn’t help but notice when the Grammy-nominated singer took a firm stand against an Instagram commenter who insensitively insinuated something inappropriate about Noah and Tish’s relationship with Dominic. Although neither Noah nor Dominic have confirmed or denied any eyebrow-raising reports prior to Tish, the singer didn’t hesitate to shut down such baseless speculation swiftly and firmly.

In a regretful manner, here is what Noah wrote: “I deeply apologize, but could you possibly swallow the biggest straw temporarily? It would be much appreciated. Thank you.

Less than eight months after their wedding, Billy Ray petitioned for the cancellation of the marriage, claiming in legal papers that it was entered into through deception.

He listed May 22, 2024, as their date of separation.

However, Billy Ray amended his plan and filed for divorce, which was settled that August.

In a statement to TopMob News, Billy Ray expressed that he had never encountered such an unbelievable, outlandish fraud before. What makes it even more alarming is his involvement as the main character and primary focus of the deception. It’s regrettable that things unfolded in this manner.

In the Instagram post dated Jan. 22, 2025, Trace started off by saying, “From my very first memories, all I can recall is being utterly captivated by you and considering you the most amazing person. I aspired to be exactly like you. The day you welcomed me into our family through adoption was the most joyful moment of my life. Regrettably, the man I longed to emulate so deeply, I hardly resemble now.

Speaking of his sisters, he went on to say, “For quite some time now, we girls have been deeply concerned about you, yet it seems like you’ve kept us at arm’s length.

Noah was especially hurt, according to Trace.

He expressed that Noah deeply longed for you to be involved in her life, yet you’ve been absent. That’s your little girl – she deserves more. Somehow, much like me, she still admires you, despite everything. We all cling to memories of the man we once knew and wait for the day he comes back.

Sending prayers for my family, for my sons and daughters, and their mother.

In March 2025, it appeared that Billy Ray was strengthening his relationship with his children when he publicly acknowledged their achievements by posting a heartfelt message in celebration of Miley and Noah’s new musical ventures.

He expressed on Instagram that they had elevated their craft to unprecedented heights. His words were, ‘Congratulations ladies!’ I’m incredibly proud of both of you. In fact, I’m tearing up as I type this. Thank goodness you can’t see me crying.

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2025-04-23 04:47