Billy Ray Cyrus, aged 64, has faced challenges in his personal and family life in recent years. Rising to fame with the hit song “Achy Breaky Heart,” he later gained popularity through appearances with his daughter on the Disney Channel’s Hannah Montana.
While his daughter Miley Cyrus has become a successful entertainer with chart-topping music and acting roles, the family dynamics have been complex. Billy Ray and his ex-wife Trish Cyrus, who were married for three decades, raised a blended family of six children.
The couple first met in 1991 and tied the knot in Tennessee in 1993. Despite enduring numerous difficulties, including two failed divorce attempts in 2010 and 2013, their marriage ended in 2023. Tish, after facing personal challenges, found love again and married actor Dominic Purcell.
Billy Ray found love with British actress Elizabeth Hurley and began dating her publicly in April 2025. They met on the set of the film “Christmas in Paradise” in 2022. Billy Ray shared details of their relationship, highlighting a supportive message he received during a tough period, leading to their blossoming romance.
As Billy Ray moves forward, fans can expect to see him back on screen as the beloved Disney dad in the upcoming Hannah Montana 20th-anniversary special on Disney+ on 24th March, featuring a reunion with Miley.