Elizabeth Hurley is reportedly facing an emotional balancing act as her relationship with boyfriend Billy Ray Cyrus coincides with growing distance from her son, Damian Hurley, according to sources. Insiders claim the actress has been stretched thin as she tries to maintain harmony between the two most important men in her life.
Elizabeth Hurley forced to choose between Billy Ray Cyrus and son Damian, per source
“Liz keeps saying this is just a rough patch, that these are growing pains and they’ll get through it,” a source says. “But everyone can see how stressful this is for her.” Hurley, 59, has long shared an exceptionally close relationship with Damian, 23, whom she welcomed in 2002 following a brief relationship with the late producer Steve Bing. Friends say Damian was her constant companion for years, often accompanying her to events and trips. That dynamic, insiders suggest, has shifted since Hurley’s romance with Cyrus intensified.
“Liz and Damian are so close and used to spending so much time together; he has been her plus one forever,” the source explains. “Now, Billy Ray is taking that spot.” While Damian has publicly denied any serious rift, writing in a November Instagram post that he “adores” Cyrus and loves seeing his mother happy. “Damian is very into the high fashion world,” the source says. “Billy Ray is pure country. They’re like oil and water.”
Sources insist the tension hasn’t fully eased. According to one insider, “Damian is older now and has his own life. But it’s hard for him to share his mother’s attention. Damian has made it clear he does not want to spend any time with Billy Ray.” Those close to Hurley say she is working overtime to reassure Cyrus while also trying to reconnect with her son. “It’s exhausting,” the insider adds. “But she won’t give up – these are the two men she loves most.”
