Billy Ray Cyrus Steps Out with Girlfriend Elizabeth Hurley to Support His Daughter Miley at a London Premiere

From comments about Billy Ray Cyrus's "homeless" appearance to concerns that he needed to be held upright, netizens focused more on how he looked than on the premiere itself.

Billy Ray Cyrus and Elizabeth Hurley were dressed to the nines during their recent outing to support his daughter, Miley Cyrus, but it was more than their outfits that had people talking.

Billy, 63, wore a relaxed red patterned shirt paired with faded blue jeans and brown shoes. His long hair hung loosely around his shoulders, and he kept his look casual and low-key for the event.

Meanwhile, Elizabeth wore a plunging sequin dress in shades of purple and silver, cinched at the waist and accessorized with a metallic silver clutch and platform heels.

Her signature bombshell look was polished and poised, offering a sharp contrast to her partner's laid-back, grungy vibe. But despite the glam, the internet quickly zeroed in on something else — Billy's appearance and body language.

One netizen wrote, "Billy looks like he's falling down 😢," while another added, "They look like they're holding him up. Maybe recovery isn't going so well." Someone else echoed that sentiment, "Why does this look like they're helping him stand up straight? 😆"

The speculation didn't stop there. "They are definitely helping him walk," another person claimed, while others were more blunt, stating, "Kinda sad looking!! He looks homeless… 🤷🏻‍♀️." Another netizen typed, "Wow. Strange and weird."

Additional comments pointed to Billy's unkempt appearance, suggesting he looked scruffy and disheveled. Some questioned whether Elizabeth was chasing the spotlight, while others joked that the couple resembled well-dressed caretakers escorting someone off the street.

Despite the online chatter the couple's presence sparked, Billy and Elizabeth stepped out to support Miley, who was marking a creative milestone.

The event celebrated her latest creative venture, "Something Beautiful"— a unique pop opera that blends fantasy with storytelling and features 13 original songs from her visual album of the same name. Still, the public attention also lingered on who was there to support her.

Billy and Elizabeth's appearance didn't just turn heads — it sparked chatter about their relationship. And it wasn't the first time an outing of theirs led to public discussion. On May 24, 2025, the couple showed up together at the "Orizzonti | Rosso" exhibition opening dinner held at Palazzo Barberini in Rome, Italy.

At the event, Billy wore an all-black outfit that included a leather jacket, matching trousers, and dark shoes. He finished his look with layered necklaces, rings, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses.

Elizabeth stood out in a floor-length, bright pink gown with a deep neckline and cape sleeves that flowed down from her shoulders. She accessorized with silver earrings, a clutch purse, and wore her hair in soft waves.

Despite their bold fashion choices, it was their appearance as a couple that truly sparked conversation. Whispers quickly turned into reactions online, with people sharing a range of opinions.

One netizen remarked, "Sorry they don't look right together." Not long after, another chimed in with a stronger opinion, "Omg she's too good for him."

Amid the criticism, others took a lighter tone. Someone commented simply, "Oh wow," while another wrote, "This is just the most random couple ever."

Still, the mood wasn't entirely divided. Some voices came through with support. One person shared, "I absolutely love them together," and another praised them as an "Amazing couple."

Support from fans wasn't the only thing adding to the buzz. Elizabeth later posted a photo from the evening on Instagram, showing Billy standing just behind her as she smiled brightly at the camera. Alongside the image, the model captioned the post, "Roma 💞💞💞💞."

Elizabeth's recent post from Rome followed an earlier moment shared weeks before. On Easter Sunday in April 2025, she confirmed her relationship with Billy through a photo posted to Instagram.

The image featured the couple in an outdoor setting — Elizabeth leaned against a wooden fence, smiling as Billy kissed her cheek. She captioned the post, "Happy Easter❤️."

That post was soon followed by another glimpse into their time together, this time set in the countryside. Roughly a week later, the "Austin Powers" star posted more photos with the singer, including one where the two stood close beneath a large tree.

In the image, Billy wrapped his arms around Elizabeth from behind as she leaned into him. She added a simple caption to the moment, "Tennessee weekend ❤️."

The serene photo in Tennessee was only part of the story Elizabeth later shared in interviews. She spoke candidly about the relationship, mentioning it came as a surprise but expressed contentment, "Hopefully, we'll have a great life."

In a different interview, she described their connection from the start, explaining, "And we get on very well. He's a very funny man, he makes me laugh a lot. He's very kind, very nice."

Elizabeth wasn't the only one to speak warmly about how things began. Her boyfriend also shared his thoughts during an interview, looking back on how they met while working on the 2022 film "Christmas in Paradise." Their paths crossed not long after his split from his ex-wife in April of that year.

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

However, the conversation about their unexpected connection didn't end with memories from the film set. Billy also mentioned that the most surprising part was how often they laughed together.

Although he initially thought they were too different, he came to realize they shared more in common than he had expected.

After the project ended, the couple didn't stay in touch for two years. During that time, the country music star faced a very difficult period in his life. He described feeling as if life couldn't get any harder and said it reached a point where he felt completely defeated.

At one of his lowest moments, he received a message from an unfamiliar number. The text expressed concern, saying it seemed like he was going through a rough time and reminded him that someone was in his corner offering support and friendship.

Billy said the message reminded him of a note Johnny Cash sent in 1992, when he was facing heavy criticism. Johnny had encouraged him to stay strong, saying the good in his life outweighed the bad and that he had his support.

The Grammy Award winner said Elizabeth's message brought back memories of that comforting note from Johhny during one of his lowest points. After receiving the unexpected text, Billy replied asking who it was. The response came back — Elizabeth Hurley.

He shared how surprising it was to hear from heat that moment, describing her as the friend who had always made him laugh and whose timing was incredibly meaningful.

Billy spoke highly of the "Austin Powers" star, calling her a remarkable person. He noted that even if their relationship had only remained a friendship, he would still have valued it deeply.

The celebrity also praised the model's intelligence and compared her to Dolly Parton, highlighting her sharp business sense. According to him, the ability to laugh together is something he believes can help two people get through anything.

Elizabeth and Billy Cyrus' relationship, though unexpected, has since unfolded through moments both public and personal. From red carpet appearances to quiet posts online, their connection has steadily grown.

Each has spoken openly about the bond they share, marked by laughter, support, and mutual respect. Despite initial doubts from the public, they continue to stand by each other — grounded in friendship and companionship.