When did Billy Ray Cyrus and Elizabeth Hurley start dating? Details explored as duo made their red carpet debut as a couple

Billy Ray Cyrus and Elizabeth Hurley confirmed their relationship in April 2025 and made a big public appearance together on May 24, 2025, at Palazzo Barberini in Rome. They attended the event that highlighted art and fashion, making it a special moment as Hurley's son, Damian, joined them. Hurley wore a striking pink Safiyaa dress, while Cyrus wore a black outfit and his recognizable hat that matched his usual style.

Damian's presence, clad in a red Valentino suit, brought a family-oriented and festive vibe to the night. The relationship between Cyrus and Hurley has caught people's attention.

Although Hurley didn’t start dating the country singer until years later, she said working with him was the most “inspiring” part of the film.

“That was a big plus,” Elizabeth told MovieWeb. “The opportunity to work with Billy Ray, whom I've long been a fan of—my son was the age where he used to watch Hannah Montana all the time, so of course, I used to watch it with him. I knew Billy Ray really well from that, and of course, some of his music.”

When did Billy Ray Cyrus and Elizabeth Hurley start dating?

Billy Ray Cyrus and Elizabeth Hurley's relationship surprised their fans. They made their romance official in April 2025, but their story began in 2022 when they collaborated on the holiday movie Christmas in Paradise. This film followed Father Christmas Is Back, with Cyrus playing Jimmy Love. Despite their limited scenes together, their on-screen spark suggested a deeper bond.

"We did very few scenes together but the couple times we were in the same scene there was a chemistry there," Billy Ray Cyrus said. "We just laughed, and it was at a time I wasn’t laughing a lot."

Both stars, coming from the entertainment world, grew close during filming. This happened when Cyrus was going through personal changes after splitting from his long-time partner, Tish Cyrus. Though they became friends while working together, their relationship didn't turn romantic for another three years. As time passed, their connection seemed to change from a friendship based on respect to something deeper.

Billy Ray Cyrus and Hurley made their relationship public on Instagram on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025. Both stars shared a post showing a spontaneous display of affection: Cyrus kissing Hurley as they rested against a wooden fence on a farm, giving off a peaceful and cozy vibe. This subtle reveal of their romance grabbed a lot of attention considering their fame and different backgrounds—Cyrus as a country music star and Hurley as a successful actress and model.

While much of their early connection remained private, their recent appearances together still catch public attention.

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