Rumors are swirling around a surprising celebrity duo—country music legend Billy Ray Cyrus and British actress and model Elizabeth Hurley. The pair sparked relationship speculation after Hurley shared a photo on Instagram of the two looking cozy on Easter Sunday. The sweet image showed Cyrus, 63, giving Hurley, 59, a kiss on the cheek, with the caption simply reading, “Happy Easter.” Naturally, fans started buzzing about a possible new romance.
A Cozy Easter Moment
The holiday photo, posted to Hurley’s Instagram, wasn’t just a friendly snap. Hurley looked relaxed in a blue flannel and jeans, leaning into Cyrus, who was smiling warmly for the camera. She tagged Billy Ray in the post, and her son Damian Hurley even chimed in with celebratory emojis in the comments. The intimate nature of the photo left many wondering if something more than friendship is going on between the two stars.
Their Shared History
Cyrus and Hurley aren’t strangers. They worked together on the 2022 film Christmas in Paradise, where they reportedly became close during filming. Since then, fans have noticed a few signs that their bond may go beyond professional. Earlier this month, Hurley posted a beachside video of herself in a bronze bikini while vacationing in the Maldives—featuring one of Cyrus’ songs, “She’s Not Cryin’ Anymore,” as the soundtrack. She also tagged him in that post.
While neither has officially confirmed a romantic relationship, these subtle clues have added fuel to the fire.
Billy Ray Cyrus: Freshly Divorced
Cyrus recently finalized his third divorce. He split from singer Firerose (born Johanna Rosie Hodges) in August 2024, just seven months after their wedding. The divorce was anything but quiet—Cyrus filed for annulment citing “inappropriate marital conduct” and later called the short-lived marriage a “scam,” saying it left him emotionally and physically shaken.
In legal documents, both Cyrus and Firerose agreed that the marriage was brief and that they had no shared property or assets. He expressed relief following the split, describing the ordeal as one of the most chaotic periods of his life.
Elizabeth Hurley’s Past Relationships
Hurley, too, has had a high-profile romantic history. She was married to businessman Arun Nayar from 2007 to 2010. She also dated the late Steve Bing, with whom she shares her son Damian. One of her most well-known relationships was with actor Hugh Grant, whom she dated for over a decade. Despite enduring public scandal and Grant’s infamous 1995 arrest, the couple remained together until 2000. Interestingly, Grant remains close to Hurley and is Damian’s godfather.
Now at 59, Hurley remains a style icon and is still very active on social media, often sharing glimpses of her glamorous lifestyle and travels. Her recent posts with Billy Ray have only added to the intrigue.
No Official Confirmation (Yet)
Representatives for both Hurley and Cyrus have remained silent on the dating rumors. Still, the Easter photo, playful social media tags, and mutual admiration are enough to keep fans guessing. Neither has addressed their current relationship status publicly, but their interactions suggest there may be more than just friendship between them.
What’s Next?
Whether this is the beginning of a new romance or just two friends enjoying each other’s company, it’s clear there’s a connection. Given both stars’ recent personal transitions—Cyrus’ divorce and Hurley’s single status—it’s not entirely surprising that they may have found comfort and companionship in each other.
As fans continue to speculate, one thing is for sure: this unexpected pairing has captured everyone’s attention. Whether they go public with a relationship or keep things private, Billy Ray Cyrus and Elizabeth Hurley are definitely one of 2025’s most talked-about duos.