Country icon Billy Ray Cyrus has been proudly telling friends that Elizabeth Hurley is “the one,” but insiders say the romance may already be cracking. Sources close to the Achy Breaky Heart star told GLOBE Magazine he is head over boots for the British actress, but worry that he’s setting himself up for heartbreak.
The 63-year-old singer has been describing his romance with Hurley, 60, as a fairy tale. He reportedly views the Bedazzled beauty as marriage material and is already making summer plans with her. However, those close to Cyrus are growing increasingly concerned.
A friend said Cyrus is dreaming about a future with Hurley while ignoring glaring warning signs. His loved ones believe Hurley, known for her glamorous lifestyle and high-profile relationships, may not be looking for the same level of commitment.
Flirty Encounters With Famous Exes
Adding fuel to the fire, Hurley was spotted in May cozying up with two famous exes in New York City — actor Denis Leary, 67, and her Bedazzled co-star Brendan Fraser, 56. While promoting her new animated series Breaking Bear, Hurley posted a selfie with Leary, calling him a “glorious friend” and one of her “favorite people in the world.” She also described Fraser as “heavenly” in another affectionate post.
The flirty social media updates have not gone unnoticed by those in Cyrus’ circle. A source shared that it’s becoming harder for Billy Ray to keep up with Hurley’s fast-paced, flirtatious lifestyle. The same insider added that seeing Hurley gush about her past flames was a red flag.
Friends say Hurley’s nature hasn’t changed, despite her new relationship. One source bluntly remarked that she’s always been a flighty person and predicted she will “eat him up and spit him out.”
Is Love One-Sided?
Despite Hurley recently stating that Cyrus makes her “very happy,” insiders aren’t convinced the feeling is mutual in terms of long-term commitment. According to one friend, Hurley simply can’t be tamed — and it’s unlikely she’ll settle down the way Cyrus hopes.
Another source pointed out that Cyrus might be “batting way out of his league.” They emphasized that while Cyrus sees a fairy tale, Hurley appears to be living her usual jet-setting, attention-grabbing lifestyle.
As Cyrus continues to wear his heart on his sleeve, friends remain cautious. While love may be blind, those close to the country legend hope he opens his eyes before another heartbreak hits.
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