Elizabeth Hurley’s Journey to Romance with Billy Ray Cyrus

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Elizabeth Hurley has always loved the country.

It’s not difficult to comprehend that she has formed a romantic relationship with Billy Ray Cyrus, following their shared screen time in the 2022 movie “Christmas in Paradise.

On Apple Music Country’s The Ty Bentli Show, I, Cyrus, aged 63, confessed that we shared a hearty laugh recently, and it was unusual because laughter hadn’t been frequent for me lately. An intriguing aspect was, initially, the amount of laughter we shared. Secondly, I assumed our differences would be more pronounced, but surprisingly, we discovered we had more commonalities than contrasts in some odd ways.

The musician’s smile seemed to vanish during his divorce from Tish Cyrus, following three decades of marriage. Despite being captivated by Hurley’s allure, the father of six wasn’t ready to put his heart at rest just yet: Cyrus got engaged to Australian singer Firerose in August 2022, they got married in October 2023, but their union ended 10 months later, with the divorce being finalized.

At the age of 59, Hurley has gone through a significant amount of emotional turmoil in her life. This includes personal heartbreaks such as breakups, as well as betrayals that reached levels worthy of international scandal.

In summary, it seems they both prefer unwinding and appreciating the present moment together, with Hurley’s tranquil pastimes at her Herefordshire estate mirroring the charm of Cyrus’ lifestyle in Nashville.

 

The Austin Powers actor, a mother to 23-year-old Damian Hurley, expressed his affection for everything in the countryside – the pure air, tranquility, his dogs, and garden. In an interview with Liz Earle Wellbeing in 2023, he mentioned that after navigating the M4 from London, he typically indulges in a drink, ignites a fire, and relaxes on the sofa. Before retiring for the night, he enjoys a long soak in a bath filled with fragrant oils, a good book in hand.

Additionally, she mentioned that when she’s feeling overwhelmed, she prefers quietness. She switches off her phone, immerses herself in a bath, keeps her eyes closed, and requests some time alone, ensuring others understand this need for solitude.

Hurley’s past has included associations with various enigmatic men worldwide, but unlike Cyrus, her personal affairs have not been as prominent in the spotlight lately. A conflict with several of his children, such as Miley Cyrus, occurred during a brief romance with Firerose, while ex Tish tied the knot with actor Dominic Purcell in 2023 after remarrying.

At one point, Cyrus’ relationship with Hurley was widely publicized, suggesting that he may have earned Damian’s approval or support.

In an interview with Red magazine back in 2019, Hurley expressed that it would be wonderful to find a remarkable person to fall in love with. However, he’s thoroughly enjoyed the past couple of years and this experience has made him appreciate the significance of finding someone who shares similar interests. He believes this is crucial because he’s had the opportunity to pursue his own desires without compromise during these years.

2020 saw the Elizabeth Hurley Beach swimwear designer embrace her beloved home life more profoundly during the COVID-19 lockdown. As she confided to Hello!, “I’d choose gardening over anything else if I had a secret wish.” She added that she spent at least five hours each day tending to her garden. Yet, she hinted that she wouldn’t object to nurturing a new romance in the coming days as well.

Hurley expressed a desire for deeply falling in love, but feels that’s unlikely as long as they’re stuck at home with family. Once this situation ends, however, they plan to shine their metaphorical headlights brightly and actively seek someone special.

She resumed her acting career, producing films like “Father Christmas Is Back,” its tragic sequel titled “Christmas in Paradise” (where she played the character Jimmy Love, a country musician), and “Christmas in the Caribbean.

Cyrus mentioned to Ty Bentil that they only filmed a small number of scenes together, but whenever they shared a scene, there was an undeniable chemistry between them.

For the past two years, they hadn’t exchanged words, but once Cyrus’s marriage to Firerose fell apart – initially he sought an annulment, but eventually filed for divorce instead – an unfamiliar number sent him a text.

At one stage, it felt as if I had been knocked down so hard that I was lying flat on my back with life giving me a hard time, and that’s when I remembered, a friend extended a helping hand. This is how Billy Ray Cyrus put it.

The message said, “‘It seems life could be challenging for now, just wanted to let you know I’m here supporting you; you have a friend standing by.’ In response, I asked, ‘Who is this?’ To which Elizabeth Hurley replied.

Cyrus mentioned that he didn’t have any preconceived ideas about our future path, but he was incredibly joyful – perhaps more so than he had been in a while – due to the “remarkably brilliant” Hurley.

Furthermore, Hurley, who shared pictures from a “Tennessee weekend” with her latest partner on April 27th, has joined the journey following a lengthy hiatus to refresh herself.

As a woman deeply invested in my relationships, I’ve found that every man I’ve dated, married, or engaged to has not just been my romantic partner, but also my dearest friend. Losing them leaves an unfillable void, as Red was told. I’ve come to understand the significance of maintaining multiple sources of companionship, amusement, and emotional closeness. It’s comforting to be surrounded by friends who’ve known me for three decades, but it’s equally essential to remain open to forming new bonds with someone you resonate with deeply. After all, life is about striking that delicate balance between cherishing the past and embracing the possibilities of the future.

Although they don’t seem to have a specific place they’re heading towards with Cyrus, here’s a map tracing the path Hurley took to arrive at this location:

Elizabeth Hurley and Hugh Grant were both rising stars when they first crossed paths during the filming of the 1988 Spanish production titled “Rowing With the Wind,” where Grant took on the role of the Romantic legend, Lord Byron.

In the interview, Hurley playfully commented, “Hugh seemed exceptionally dapper in that cream trousers,” but I believe I would’ve found him appealing regardless. There was an immediate connection. He had a knack for making me chuckle.

For years, I’ve been an ardent admirer of this dynamic duo who seemingly burst onto the global stage hand in hand. In 1994, Grant catapulted himself into fame with his captivating breakout role in “Four Weddings and a Funeral”. Meanwhile, Hurley, already a major figure in the fashion world, made history by gracing the red carpet of the film’s London premiere in that unforgettable Versace safety-pin gown.

Oh, man! Can you even imagine my surprise when Grant, my beloved star, was arrested in June 1995 for an allegation of lewd conduct with a prostitute? And to make things worse, he later pleaded no contest and received two years’ unsupervised probation. That publicity tour for the heartwarming rom-com “Nine Months” suddenly turned into an apology journey that I never expected!

However, Hurley remained by his side throughout the movie’s debut – “She has been incredibly supportive, and we aim to resolve our issues,” Grant expressed on The Tonight Show With Jay Leno. In the end, they managed to stay united till 2000.

As a lifestyle expert, I’d rephrase it this way: “Back in 2000, during an interview on Larry King Live, I expressed that I was thriving and found myself in a positive space. Reflecting on my post-scandal life, I realized I had an incredible support system – fantastic friends and family. Essentially, everything seemed to work out for the best in the end.

In 2018, during an interview on the Daily Pop at TopMob, Hurley referred to Grant as his lifelong buddy, emphasizing their enduring closeness.

In 2017, she shared with the Daily Mail’s You Magazine that it’s difficult not to maintain a friendly relationship with someone who is kind-hearted. She explained that because none of them have ever wronged each other, they continue to be on good terms with their exes.

By December 2024, Hurely acknowledged that their relationship wasn’t as tight-knit as before, not due to a falling out or disagreement between them.

During the Bazaar At Work summit in December 2024, I observed and mused, “He’s a married man with five children. Despite our infrequent encounters due to his busy family life, he remains deeply cherished by me.” It’s worth mentioning that I hold a special place in my heart as godmother to one of his kids.

In April 2002, Damian Hurley was born to Elizabeth Hurley following the conclusion of her romantic involvement with Steve Bing, a wealthy businessman and film producer.

Bing wouldn’t initially admit to being Damian’s father, but a DNA test proved it that June.

In his previous statement, as reported by the Daily Mail, Hurley clearly expressed that he has no desire for any financial assistance from him at all. The funds are neither desired nor welcomed in this situation, since Bing had stated (via BBC) that once paternity was established, he would be more than willing to provide generous support.

Back in June 2020, when Bing took his life at the age of 55, Hurley expressed her deep sorrow through an Instagram post. She conveyed that she was utterly devastated by his passing.

She went on to say, “It’s a sad farewell,” she expressed. “Our time spent together was filled with happiness, and I’m sharing these photos because while we faced hardships, it’s the beautiful, heartwarming memories of a gentle, compassionate soul that truly matter. Over the past year, we had reconnected. Our latest conversation was on our son’s 18th birthday.

Hurley briefly teamed up with NBA point guard Steve Nash in 2001.

At the given moment, Nash’s representative shared that they simply enjoyed each other’s company. They spent time together, and a genuine connection was formed. The bond is sincere.

Hurley wed businessman Arun Nayar in 2007 after four years of dating.

In December 2010, she made public their separation on X (previously known as Twitter): “Just to clarify, my spouse Arun and I parted ways a while back. Our immediate family and dear friends had already been informed about it.

The divorce became official the year after, surprisingly, the former spouses continued their friendship. Notably, Nayar made appearances at various public functions alongside Hurley even after their separation, and this was also true for Damian.

“Hugh and Arun are very important in our lives,” Hurley told You in 2017.

Beyond expressing this, she mentioned that she deeply cherishes his mother whom we fondly call “Mutti,” as she’s German. In India, I often reside with her, and when she’s not here, she lives just around the corner, allowing us to meet almost daily. On occasion, I travel to Mumbai, the city where Arun spent his childhood and his brother still dwells. I make trips there as well to oversee the production of caftans for my beachwear company that are made there.

In 2011, Hurley became engaged to the renowned Australian cricketer, Shane Warne, following a rapid romance. However, their relationship didn’t last long and ended two years afterwards.

In 2014, Hurley shared with Hello! that it was a deeply sorrowful period for both of them. He emphasized that love isn’t something that can be easily switched on or off; instead, he continued to hold affection for him because they are intertwined in each other’s past.

Three years on, the Austin Powers actor shared with you that Shane remains a cherished friend. They exchanged messages just yesterday. Since Damian adores Shane’s children, their bond will continue in some form or another.

And Warne only had kind words about his ex-fiancée during a 2018 appearance on the U.K.’s Lorraine.

He expressed, “Our times together were joyful, but unfortunately, things didn’t last. There wasn’t anything either of us did wrong; it was simply a situation that ran its course. Remarkably, we remain good friends and maintain contact. I must say, those moments were the best in my life.

Sadly, Warne died in March 2022 of heart disease. He was 52.

Hurley posted on Instagram that it feels as though the sun will never come out again, ‘Goodbye, dear Lionheart.’ RIP”

“In his Instagram post, Hurley expressed that it’s like the sun is gone and won’t return, saying ‘Farewell, my dearest Lionheart.’ Rest in peace.

In an interview with Red magazine during the spring of 2019, Hurley expressed his hope for finding a wonderful person to fall in love with.

Five years after that point, she publicly started her relationship with Billy Ray Cyrus by posting on Instagram, on Easter Sunday, together with him.

In the 2022 film titled “Christmas in Paradise”, they encountered each other and, as per Cyrus’s account, there was undeniably a spark between them before they parted ways for a span of two years.

After his eight-month marriage to Australian singer Firerose ended in 2024, the actress from Bedazzled later texted him, as Cyrus revealed on The Ty Bentli Show on April 24, 2025. At that point, he wasn’t sure where their relationship was going, but “I haven’t felt this happy in a long time.

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2025-05-04 14:18