Elizabeth Hurley, the famous actress and model, has an equally star-studded dating history. Now she’s back in the news with her newest romantic interest, singer and actor Billy Ray Cyrus. Hurley and Cyrus’s relationship reportedly started during the filming of Netflix’s Christmas in Paradise in late 2022. PEOPLE reported in April 2025 that they are dating exclusively. Although she welcomes this exciting new venture with open arms, Hurley’s previous courtships play an enormous role in her narrative.
Hurley’s love life has been a hot topic for years, especially her 13-year relationship with actor Hugh Grant. The two artists initially met on the set of Remando Al Viento back in 1987, and dated for 13 years. Even after their eventual romantic split, their connection held strong. Hurley’s son, Damian, still calls Grant “dad.” Grant, who is Damian’s godfather, is a constant encouraging presence in their lives.
Iconic Fashion Moments and Shared History
One of Hurley’s most memorable memories would have to be when she first wore the famous Versace safety pin gown. She stole the show at the national premiere of Grant’s test film, the hugely successful Four Weddings and a Funeral, in 1994. The dress created global headlines and continues to be an iconic representation of her glamorous image to this day. Hurley and Grant regularly walk the red carpets together, showing off their close relationship. This went so far that even after their romantic relationship ended, this continued.
At the London premiere of Hurley’s new film, Strictly Confidential, this past May, an emotional reunion occurred. Both Grant and Hurley’s ex-husband, Arun Nayar, were in attendance. The convening served to uplift the friendships that have survived the intricacies of their relationship, friendship, and activist journeys. Hurley has emphasized the importance of these connections in her life, stating, “I’m still extremely good friends with Hugh.”
Reflections on Love and Future Plans
In her whirlwind romance, Hurley has not shied away from sharing her opinions about love. In a 2020 interview with Tatler, she cited doubt as to whether marriage would be part of her future. “I don’t know if marriage plays a part in that, to be quite honest,” she said. Despite her independence—“I’m not going to have more children, and I don’t need anyone to pay my bills or give me a roof over my head. But I would love somebody for companionship, you know fun”—she’s still searching for romance.
Her long-term relationship with Shane Warne from 2010 until his tragic passing in 2022 was most significant. Warne had originally proposed to Hurley in 2011, and she would later write of their years together as deeply enriching. As Warne himself said, “My years with Elizabeth were the happiest of my life.” Hurley’s son, Damian, had looked up to Warne as a father figure in the formative years of his life. This connection speaks to how deep their bond truly went.
Navigating Relationships in the Spotlight
Now that Hurley is in love with and fully committed to Cyrus, she understands the value of looking forward without negating or abandoning her past. In fact, a source close to the couple said they had been seeing each other for some time. They’ve been building a lovely, easy-going, productive rapport over the course of collaborative work to date.
Love’s journey through Hurley’s heart has not been an easy road. Her family has shared that the loss of Steve Bing in 2020 affected her in a deep way. They had greeted their son, Damian, into the world back in 2002 after an 18-month courtship. Hurley spoke about the importance of these experiences. “You just have to be ever-mindful of the past, which we are.” He continued, “You need to be progressive.”