Elizabeth Hurley Reveals ‘Squirrel Man’ Nickname for Billy Ray Cyrus on His 64th Birthday

Elizabeth Hurley took to social media on August 25, 2025, to celebrate her boyfriend Billy Ray Cyrus on his 64th birthday with an Instagram post that showcased never-before-seen photos of their relationship. The 60-year-old actress, known for her role in ‘The Royals,’ shared a carousel of images featuring the couple in affectionate moments, including a close embrace where she pressed her face against Cyrus’s shoulder and a photo of them in a field with him holding a guitar and wearing a cowboy hat. In the post, Hurley revealed her unique nickname for Cyrus, calling him ‘Squirrel Man,’ adding a touch of humor to the occasion while expressing her deep affection for the country singer.

Alongside the photos, Hurley included a video of the couple laughing and sharing a kiss while wearing matching white shirts, cutting the video off after their romantic moment. The post also featured multiple selfies of the couple with matching sunglasses, as well as a snapshot of them in front of a large photo of Hurley. Fans of the couple praised the post, with some commenting on how happy the pair looked, while Hurley’s son, Damian, left a series of heart emojis to show his support for his mother’s new relationship. The post was a celebration of their growing bond, highlighting the joy and affection that the couple shares in their relationship.

Hurley and Cyrus publicly announced their relationship in April 2025 during an appearance on Easter Sunday, when they shared a photo of the two of them in a field, with Cyrus giving Hurley a cheek kiss. Since then, they have continued to share glimpses of their life together on Instagram, including a recent post where Hurley showed off her guitar skills under Cyrus’s guidance. In one caption, she humorously wrote, ‘My patient boyfriend is attempting to teach me the guitar ❤️❤️❤️ (and yes, he’s going to replace the missing string 😉) ❤️❤️❤️,’ while Cyrus responded with encouragement, writing, ‘My girl is getting good on that guitar. ❤️.’

Beyond their personal relationship, the couple has also spoken about their professional connection, as they previously worked together on the 2022 romantic comedy ‘Christmas in Paradise’ with Kelsey Grammer. During an appearance on ‘The Ty Bentley Show,’ Cyrus mentioned that although they didn’t share many scenes, their on-screen chemistry was evident, describing it as ‘just been beautiful.’ He added that there are ‘no expectations of where we go from here other than her and her son,’ expressing his deep affection for Hurley and gratitude for the timing of their relationship. Their public display of affection continues to delight fans, who remain excited about the couple’s growing romance.