From Punk Rebel to Elegant Icon: Elizabeth Hurley's Journey on her 60th Birthday 🎈
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Liz Hurley, born on June 10, 1965 in Basingstoke, Hampshire, UK, has stunned the world with her transformation from an edgy punk teenager to a sophisticated style icon. As she turns 60 on Tuesday, let's reminisce about her journey filled with unforgettable twists and turns.
Growing up, Liz was a far cry from the graceful lady she is today. With a teased hairdo, torn clothes, prominent makeup, and even a nose ring, she reveled in her punk persona. As she recalled in an interview with The Sun (UK), "I guess the reason was that so many men were interested in me. That's why I wanted to look as ugly as possible."
Fashion's Un likely Queen 👑
Liz Hurley's name echoed across the globe in 1994 when she strutted onto the red carpet with her partner, Hugh Grant, for the premiere of his film, "Four Weddings and a Funeral." Wearing a black Versace dress adorned with golden safety pins, she became an overnight fashion phenomenon and a global style icon.
In 2019, Liz donned a new version of the iconic dress for Harper's Bazaar, with the original costume on display in an Instagram post by the magazine.
Roles Galore 🎥
With dance and theater studies at the London Studio Centre behind her, Liz dived into acting, making her debut in 1987 in the anthology film "Aria," later competing at the Cannes Film Festival. In 1990, she shared the screen with Jürgen Prochnow in the suspenseful "The Skipper." The thriller "Passenger 57" (1992) and the Bond parody "Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery" (1997) followed suit.
Liz then captivated audiences with her unforgettable performances in "Gossip Girl" (2011-2012) as Diana Payne and "The Royals" (2015-2018) as Queen Helena, head of a fictional British royal family.
Entrepreneur and a Force to be Reckoned with 💼
In 1996, Liz co-founded Simian Films with Hugh Grant, producing numerous films like "Mickey Blue Eyes." From 1994 to 2001, she modeled for Estée Lauder and successfully represented the brand for over 20 years. Liz has also been an ambassador for the Estée Lauder Breast Cancer Campaign, working tirelessly to end the stigma associated with breast cancer, and supporting charities such as a cancer clinic in Lahore.
In 2005, she launched her own swimwear line, Elizabeth Hurley Beach, which enjoys continuous success, with her 3.1 million Instagram followers often raving about her latest bikini snaps.
Naturally Flawless 🌿
Despite her timeless beauty, Liz shuns plastic surgery, as she declared in an interview with the Sunday Times (UK), "I don't think it makes you look younger, just like you've had fillers. That's not for me." Instead, she chooses natural care, regular exercise, and a balanced diet, residing on an organic farm in Gloucester, England, and promoting sustainable agriculture.
A Dramatic Love Life 💔
In 2024, Liz truly made headlines when she accepted the lead role in the erotic thriller, "Strictly Confidential," directed by her son, Damian Hurley. Despite the scandalous on-screen scenes, Liz stood behind her son in his directorial debut.
Born from her relationship with the late American businessman Steve Bing in 2002, Damian is one of Liz's three godchildren, along with Hugh Grant, David Beckham, and Elton John. Despite the end of Liz's relationship with Hugh, they remain close friends. Her ex-husband, Indian textile mogul Arun Nayar (married 2007-2011), continues to be an amiable acquaintance.
Upon the sudden death of Australian cricketer Shane Warne in 2022, Damian shared a heartfelt Instagram tribute: "I'm still trying to grasp it. He was truly one of the best men I've ever known. My heart is broken."
Now, Liz is joyously dating American country singer Billy Ray Cyrus after meeting him in 2022 while filming Christmas in Paradise. They went Instagram official in April 2025.
Embracing Change 🎉
Adding another chapter to her exciting life, Liz turns 60 on June 10th, marking significant milestones like 30 years with Estée Lauder and 20 years of her swimwear brand, Elizabeth Hurley Beach. As she takes on her sixth decade, Liz Hurley continues to surprise, inspire, and entertain us, one captivating moment at a time. 🌟
In the world of entertainment, Elizabeth Hurley, famously known as Liz Hurley, continues to captivate audiences on various platforms, often showcasing her fashion-and-beauty sense on Instagram and her entrepreneurial endeavors in lifestyle and fashion-and-beauty segments. With her recent partnership with Billy Ray Cyrus, she continues to embrace change in her personal life while maintaining strong connections with her children, such as her son Damian Hurley, and her past partners, like Hugh Grant, despite their romantic history.
