Elizabeth Hurley and Billy Ray Cyrus Go Public with Surprise Romance in Sweet Easter Post

In an unexpected coupling, the British actress and American country star confirm their relationship on Instagram, drawing reactions from fans, family, and fellow celebrities.

Elizabeth Hurley and Billy Ray Cyrus Announce Relationship in ‘Happy Easter’ Instagram Reveal

In a plot twist worthy of a Hollywood rom-com, British actress and model Elizabeth Hurley and American country music icon Billy Ray Cyrus have officially confirmed their relationship — and they did so in classic, charming fashion.

The couple shared a joint Instagram post on Easter Sunday, featuring a cozy photo of the two leaning against a rustic wooden fence in an open field. Cyrus, donning a lime green bunny ears headband, affectionately kissed Hurley on the cheek, while Hurley beamed in a cowboy hat and radiant smile. Their simple caption: “Happy Easter ❤️” — a message that sparked a wave of surprise, celebration, and questions across social media.

Though there had been no prior public speculation linking the two romantically, fans were quick to connect the dots. Earlier this month, Hurley posted a sun-drenched video from the Maldives set to Cyrus’ 1993 ballad “She’s Not Cryin’ Anymore” — perhaps hinting at the relationship’s early bloom.

A Romantic Reset for Both

Both stars come into this relationship following significant chapters in their personal lives.

Cyrus, 63, filed for divorce from Australian singer Firerose in June 2024, just seven months after the pair tied the knot. Their relationship began in 2022, shortly after Cyrus’ separation from Tish Cyrus, his wife of 29 years and mother to children Miley and Noah Cyrus.

Hurley, 58, has had a well-documented romantic history herself. She was previously married to Indian businessman Arun Nayar from 2007 to 2010, and famously engaged to the late Australian cricket legend Shane Warne. Before that, she shared a 13-year relationship with actor Hugh Grant, which remains one of the most talked-about pairings in British pop culture.

Hurley and Grant have maintained a famously close friendship. On Watch What Happens Live in 2015, Hurley described him as her “best friend,” while teasing, “He used to really annoy me… I love him, but he’s very annoying.” Grant had once jokingly described himself as “full of poison and jealousy,” with “virtually no milk of human kindness.”

Reactions from Family and Friends

The surprise announcement drew a flood of reactions, including from Hurley’s son, Damian Hurley, who responded with a red heart and celebratory emoji in support of the budding romance. The 22-year-old recently directed his mother in his debut feature film Strictly Confidential, where she made headlines for a steamy performance.

Among the more bemused responses was Melissa Gilbert, the Little House on the Prairie star, who commented, “Wait…what?” — echoing the thoughts of many fans witnessing the unexpected pairing unfold.

A Spring Fling or Something More?

The pairing of Hurley and Cyrus, while surprising, also feels oddly serendipitous. Both are veterans of the spotlight, navigating decades of fame, personal reinvention, and public relationships. Their Easter post suggests comfort, chemistry, and a shared playfulness — evidenced by bunny ears and cowboy hats — that just might lay the foundation for something enduring.

Whether this is a spring romance or the beginning of a new chapter for both stars, one thing’s certain: Elizabeth Hurley and Billy Ray Cyrus have captured the internet’s full attention, and fans will be watching closely to see where this story goes next.