Billy Ray Cyrus and Liz Hurley shared a kiss as the pair continued to showcase their budding relationship at the National Television Awards in London
Billy Ray Cyrus and Liz Hurley showed the strength in their relationship as the pair hit the National Television Awards red carpet. The Hollywood couple were joined by Liz’s son Damian Hurley for the glitzy showcase.
For the occasion at London’s O2, Liz wore a low-cut silver gown which had a thigh-high slit up the front. Country icon Bill Ray showed his usual rocker style as he paired an all-black suit with a large black cowboy hat. He also wore sunglasses at the outing.
Actor and model Damian, who Liz shares with ex Steve Bing, looked stylish in a white suit and low-buttoned shirt. And while they all smiled on the carpet, Liz and Billy Ray are thought to have shared a smooch backstage.
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According to The Sun, the duo were stood outside Liz’s dressing room and was heard saying: “You’ve made it.” Billy-Ray is said to have replied: “Of course I made it, I wouldn’t miss it.”
Liz took to the stage with Robert Rinder to dish out an award at the ceremony. During the speech, Robert cheekily praised her appearance and “defying gravity”. “Rob Rinder having a good luck there #ntas,” one Twitter/X user wrote.
Another joked: “Liz Hurley even had Rob Rinder questioning his own sexuality!! #NTAs”
Billy Ray and Liz’s duo’s surprise pairing first became public knowledge at the start of the year. Earlier in the year Liz expressed her excitement about her budding relationship with Billy Ray and said she is hoping they’ll have a “great life” together.
She left fans surprised with her revelation earlier this year and despite admitting she found their romance “unexpected”, she revealed she is optimistic about what lies ahead as they go from strength-to-strength.
Speaking to E! News, the actress said: “It was unexpected. But we’re very happy together. And hopefully we’ll have a great life.”
It came as the pair celebrated her 60th birthday. She was keen to celebrate the significant occasion with her new partner by her side, explaining: “I always leave things to chance, I like birthdays though.
“I like getting presents, I like getting flowers, I like everyone being nice to me for a day. So, whatever we do will be fun.”
The comments came after 63-year-old musician Billy Ray hailed Elizabeth as a “great human being”. He spoke warmly about their connection in an excerpt from The Ty Bentli Show, reflecting how they bonded during the shooting of their 2022 film, Christmas in Paradise.
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