Elizabeth Hurley Biography: Age, Birthday, Parents, Siblings, Husband, Children, Boyfriend, Nationality, Career, Net Worth

Elizabeth Jane Hurley, born on June 10, 1965, in England, is a renowned actress, model, entrepreneur, and fashion designer. She gained worldwide recognition during the 1990s for her roles in films like Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery and Bedazzled. Hurley also became famous for her high-profile relationship with actor Hugh Grant. Beyond acting, she has made a significant impact in the fashion industry as a longtime Estée Lauder spokesmodel and founder of her own swimwear brand.

Profile Summary

Early Life and Education

Elizabeth Hurley was born in Basingstoke, Hampshire, to Angela Mary, a teacher, and Roy Leonard Hurley, a major in the Royal Army Educational Corps. She has Irish heritage and grew up with an older sister, Kate, and a younger brother, Michael.

As a teenager, Hurley embraced punk fashion, dyeing her hair pink and getting a nose piercing. She attended Harriet Costello School and completed A-levels in English, Sociology, and Psychology.

Hurley initially pursued ballet and dance, studying at the London Studio Centre, but was expelled in 1986 after skipping classes to travel to a Greek island.

Career

Modeling and Fashion

Hurley’s modeling career skyrocketed after she wore a striking black Versace dress to the 1994 premiere of Four Weddings and a Funeral, where she accompanied Hugh Grant.

This moment led to her first major contract with Estée Lauder in 1995, where she became the face of several fragrances and later the global ambassador for their Breast Cancer Campaign.

She has also modeled for brands such as Jordache and Lancel. In 2005, she launched her own swimwear collection, Elizabeth Hurley Beach.

Acting and Producing

Hurley made her film debut in Aria (1987) and appeared in Rowing with the Wind (1988) and Passenger 57 (1992).

She gained widespread fame playing Vanessa Kensington in Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997) and its sequel. Other notable films include Bedazzled (2000), Permanent Midnight (1998), and Serving Sara (2002).

In addition to acting, Hurley has produced films, including projects starring Hugh Grant such as Extreme Measures (1996) and Mickey Blue Eyes (1999).

Television

Her TV appearances include guest roles in Gossip Girl and a starring role as Queen Helena in the drama series The Royals.

Personal Life

Hurley’s personal life has attracted considerable media attention. She was in a relationship with actor Hugh Grant from 1987 to 2000.

In 2002, she gave birth to her son, Damian Charles Hurley, fathered by American businessman Steve Bing, confirmed through a DNA test. Hurley maintains a close relationship with her son, who has pursued modeling and acting.

She married Indian businessman Arun Nayar in 2007, but they divorced in 2011.

Since early 2025, Hurley has been publicly dating country music star Billy Ray Cyrus. The couple confirmed their relationship on social media in April 2025 and made their first red carpet appearance together in Rome in May 2025.

They originally met while filming Christmas in Paradise in 2022 and reconnected in 2024. Hurley’s son Damian supports their relationship. The couple divides their time between the UK and the US and plans to celebrate Hurley’s 60th birthday together in June 2025.

Net Worth

As of 2025, Elizabeth Hurley’s net worth is estimated to be around $50 million, earned through her successful acting, modeling, business ventures, and film production.

Selected Filmography