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Inside the Heartbreak: Why Elizabeth Hurley and Billy Ray Cyrus Aren’t Ready to Merge Families Yet

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With eyes shut and a radiant smile, her new companion, Billy Ray Cyrus, kissed her cheek – no hints of the hardships Elizabeth Hurley and her partner had endured as they revealed their unexpected romantic relationship.

Over the Easter holiday, the British actress, aged 59, and the singer known for “Achy Breaky Heart,” 63 years old, surprised fans, then further fueled their romantic connection by posting photos of a recent visit to his Tennessee residence this past weekend.

However, beneath their current joy hides a history of personal hardships and sorrow, with it being suggested that these shared experiences of pain may have fostered an unusual connection between them.

Elizabeth was deeply shocked when Steve Bing, the father of her one child, died by suicide in June 2020. More recently, she suffered another devastating blow with the news of her former fiance, Shane Warne’s, passing in 2022.

I’ve been absolutely heartbroken watching my idol, Billy Ray, going through some tough times lately. In just two years, he’s experienced not one but two divorces, and it seems like his relationship with his children has hit a rough patch too. To make matters worse, his son Trace recently shared an open letter addressing their issues following Billy Ray’s controversial performance at President Trump’s inauguration. It’s all just so hard to watch as a fan who idolizes him, and I can only hope that he finds the strength to overcome these challenges and get back on track.

A source close to the matter revealed to DailyMail.com that Liz faced hardships. Following Steve’s passing, she experienced a significant shock, and then another devastating event occurred when Shane passed away two years afterwards.

As a lifestyle advisor, I can share that my personal journey has been marked by challenges in both my love life and relationships within my family in the past few years. However, we’ve managed to find solace and strength in each other amidst our shared heartaches. We celebrate each other’s resilience and the ability to move forward together.

‘There’s definitely a spark between them. They just get along.’

However, concerning their kids, the source mentioned that they aim to understand each other better first, before involving any additional family members.

In a different phrasing, here’s the information: Hurley has a 23-year-old son named Damian, whereas Billy Ray Cyrus is a father to daughters Miley (aged 32) and Noah (aged 25), as well as a son Braison (aged 30), all of whom he shares with his former wife Tish Cyrus.

In my own journey, I too chose to expand my family by welcoming my step-daughter Brandi, age 37, and step-son Trace, age 36, who were previously part of a beautiful union with the talented musician Baxter Neal Helson. These two remarkable individuals have since become an integral part of my life.

Although the two families haven’t merged just yet, Damian has developed a strong bond with Billy Ray, becoming so comfortable that he spent time with him when Billy Ray’s mother visited his vast 500-acre farm in Tennessee.

According to a source, Billy indeed communicates frequently with Damian, but they are planning to gradually bring their families together for a more seamless blend.

Miley doesn’t seem too concerned about who her father is seeing right now, as she’s focusing on determining the kind of relationship she wants to have with him in the future.

DailyMail.com has contacted representatives for Billy Ray, Elizabeth and Miley for comment. 

Ever since their separation in 2022, the bond between the father and daughter has been strained, with Miley and her other siblings appearing to take sides. She conspicuously missed his wedding to Firerose in 2023, an event that Noah and Braison attended. The couple’s divorce, which took place last year, was marked by a very public and acrimonious split.

The speculation about Miley’s strained relationship with her father grew stronger after she neglected to acknowledge him during her speech for the Record of the Year award at the 2024 Grammy Awards. Instead, she expressed gratitude towards her sister Brandi and mother Tish.

Previously, it was reported by DailyMail.com that Billy Ray’s recent relationship has left his ex-wife feeling taken aback, as she had harbored suspicions for some time about a romantic connection between him and Elizabeth.

Tish and Billy Ray officially divorced in April 2022 after nearly three decades of marriage.

Currently, she’s in marital bliss with actor Dominic Purcell, whom she tied the knot with during a private ceremony in Malibu in August 2023. Notably, Miley served as her maid of honor for this special occasion, while Noah and Braison chose not to attend the event.

Elizabeth got married to wealthy textile heir Arun Nayar in 2007. However, they divorced in 2011 and have continued to maintain a friendly relationship. At one point, the actress mentioned that their divorce was inexpensive for her lawyer because neither of them sought any assets from each other.

Previously, she had been set to marry Australian cricket player Shane. They were a couple from 2010 till 2013, and during that time, he proposed marriage to her in 2011.

In 2022, he was discovered unconscious at his villa on Koh Samui and subsequently confirmed deceased at the age of 52. This tragic event left Elizabeth deeply saddened.

She expressed that it seemed as though the sun would never shine again, and shared photos of them, writing this on Instagram during that period. ‘Farewell to my cherished Lionheart,’ she mourned.

A week ago, Brooke, Shane’s daughter (age 27), gave her seal of approval. As an influencer, she commented “gorgeous” on a series of photos the actress had shared and tagged Billy Ray in, accompanied by a love heart and cowboy emoji.

In the 2022 movie “Christmas in Paradise,” Elizabeth, known for her roles in Austin Powers, acted alongside Billy Ray. Their paths crossed again when she offered support as his third marriage was ending last year. She reached out to him with a message to show solidarity, saying, “I’m here for you.

Sources recently told The Sun that friends have said ‘marriage could be on the cards’ soon.

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2025-04-29 11:55

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