Billy Ray Cyrus and Elizabeth Hurley Surprise Fans With Easter Romance Reveal

Billy Ray Cyrus and Elizabeth Hurley have officially set the internet abuzz after revealing their budding romance with a sweet Instagram post over Easter weekend. The actress, 59, was all smiles as the country singer, 63, planted a kiss on her cheek—while rocking some festive green bunny ears, no less. Try topping that for an Easter surprise at your family brunch.

The pair, who first worked together on the 2022 rom-com "Christmas in Paradise" (the kind of movie you watch with mulled wine and questionable judgment), reportedly transitioned from long-time friends to something a little more "Achy Breaky Heart" just a few weeks ago. According to those in the know, both found themselves single at the same time and decided to see where romance might take them.

Hurley even dropped a few breadcrumbs for fans earlier this month, tagging Billy Ray in a sun-soaked Maldives bikini video and using his song "She's Not Cryin' Anymore." Nothing says "I'm crushing" quite like a subtle Instagram soundtrack choice.

Sources say Hurley visited Cyrus for Easter, and the two have been enjoying each other's company. "Liz is lovely," one insider gushed, adding that her warmth and positivity make her the "best to be around." Apparently, their chemistry on set left quite an impression, with both stars remembering their time together fondly.

For Hurley, working with Billy Ray in the first place was a major draw. She admitted she became a fan thanks to all those "Hannah Montana" marathons with her son. (Who knew Disney Channel could spark real-life romance a decade later?)

Cyrus, of course, is no Hollywood newbie. Since his country breakthrough in 1992, he’s released 16 albums and acted in everything from "Mulholland Drive" to the iconic tornado-fest "Sharknado 2." And let’s not forget his years playing Robby Ray on his daughter Miley’s hit show.

Hurley, meanwhile, became a household name after starring alongside Mike Myers in "Austin Powers" and has juggled acting, modeling, and a splash of tabloid drama. Her past headline-making relationships include Hugh Grant (yes, that Hugh Grant) and the late Steve Bing, with whom she shares a son.

Billy Ray’s romantic history has also kept the gossip columns busy. He finalized a divorce from Firerose (Johanna Rosie Hodges) in August after a brief seven-month marriage, citing some "inappropriate marital conduct." Before that, he was married to Tish Cyrus for 30 years, and their blended family includes pop superstar Miley Cyrus.

If nothing else, this unexpected romance between two industry veterans proves that Hollywood will always find a way to surprise us—sometimes with bunny ears and Instagram PDA. I guess the moral is: Never underestimate the power of a rom-com set... or a good holiday selfie.