At Miley Cyrus's star-studded event in London, the romantic entanglement between Billy Ray Cyrus and Elizabeth Hurley stole the spotlight. Having ignited their astonishing love story in April, the pair have been wholeheartedly embracing their relationship, making appearances to lend their unwavering support to the country crooner's daughter for her latest album launch. However, their over-the-top public displays of affection (PDA) at the glitzy affair drew fierce backlash from fans.
Billy Ray and Hurley took their blossoming romance overseas, attending Miley Cyrus's "Something Beautiful" theatrical experience at Covent Garden in style. The couple made a fashionable entrance together, with Hurley, the actress renowned for her roles in "Austin Powers," radiating in a dazzling, multicolored sequined mini dress that she complemented with silver platform heels. The seductive attire featured a plunging neckline that accentuated her cleavage, while Billy Ray opted for a more relaxed look, donning a red oversized shirt and baggy jeans. They were accompanied by Hurley's son, Damian Hurley.
The 60-year-old singer posted a video montage from their night out on Instagram, expressing his gratitude, "Thank you @mileycyrus for having us last night at your brilliant London premiere of Something Beautiful." In the footage, the lovebirds couldn't resist their urges, sharing kisses in the hotel and the car, leaving little to the imagination.
In a subsequent post, Hurley shared a carousel of four photos, one of which captured the couple sitting on a couch, with Billy Ray's hands tracing along his girlfriend's thighs, adding fuel to the fire of their steamy romance. The Estée Lauder model captioned the post, "What a treat – a perfect way to celebrate the Summer Solstice with @mileycyrus Reborn from Something Beautiful."
Yet, not all fans were amused by their public display of affection. One harsh comment read beneath the upload, "Those pictures make me vomit." Another user slammed, "Christ, that guy is cringe personified," while a third remarked, "This makes absolutely no sense." A fourth fan mocked, "He must have hypnotized her. It's the only logical explanation."
The London event marked another significant public appearance for the couple, who made their debut in April, nearly a year after Billy Ray's tumultuous divorce from his ex-wife, Firerose. On Easter Day, the "Old Town Road" singer went Instagram official with his new love, posting a romantic photo of them sharing an intimate kiss on a farm, both dressed in matching blue outfits.
Set to the tune of Elton John's iconic "I'm Still Standing," the upload garnered approval from the model's son, who enthusiastically endorsed it with two vibrant emojis. A month after going public with their romance, Billy and Hurley elevated their status by making their red carpet debut at the opening of the Orizzonti/Rossi exhibition held at Palazzo Barberini in Rome.
Hurley stole the limelight in a scorching hot pink Safiyaa gown, featuring a plunging neckline and cape-like sleeves, while Billy complemented her perfectly in an all-black ensemble. Although their relationship had only recently blossomed, the couple had known each other for several years.
In an interview, the Cyrus patriarch spilled the beans on their love story, revealing that they first crossed paths during the filming of the 2022 movie "Christmas in Paradise." At that time, Billy had freshly separated from his ex-wife, Tish Cyrus. "We had very few scenes together, but the couple of times we shared the same scene, there was undeniable chemistry," he reminisced about their first encounter.
However, it wasn't until two years later, during a particularly difficult period for Billy, that Hurley reached out with a text message. The contents of that fateful text, which changed the trajectory of their relationship, read: "Hey, it looks like life might be a bit tough right now. Just wanted you to know I'm in your corner; you've got a friend in your corner."
As Billy and Hurley's romance flourished, sources claimed that the 63-year-old musician had been inspired to mend his strained family ties. An insider explained that the country singer believed Hurley to be his good luck charm and potentially the bridge to rekindling his family relationships. "He's had a significant change of heart regarding his troubled marriage and has admitted that he should have listened to Miley," the informant noted.
Billy Ray reportedly desires to savor his newfound relationship while simultaneously strengthening his bond with his family.
