United Kingdom, April 24 -- Elizabeth Hurley "likes the whole cowboy thing" about new boyfriend Billy Ray Cyrus.

The 59-year-old actress and the 63-year-old singer surprised their followers with a joint Instagram post on Easter Sunday, which showed Billy giving Elizabeth a kiss on the cheek but friends say Elizabeth finds Billy Ray's country roots attractive.

A friend told the New York Post's Page Six: "She's been waiting a long time for romance. I think she likes the whole cowboy thing."

The pal added that Elizabeth spent Easter with country singer Billy Ray at his Nashville ranch.

And, while some celebrities and fans have reacted with shock to the new romance, insiders insist Elizabeth and Billy Ray are serious about each other.

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