Kevin Costner may be single and ready for a new leading lady — but his dream co-star might already be cast in another role.
According to a source close to the Yellowstone alum, the 70-year-old Oscar winner has been quietly smitten with British actress Elizabeth Hurley for decades. And the history between the two could make for an A-list romantic plot twist worthy of Hollywood’s best screenwriters.
The 90s Connection
Costner’s fascination with Hurley reportedly dates back to the late 1990s, when he was seeing Hurley’s then-roommate, Birgit Cunningham.
“They knew each other in her prime,” says a source, “and [he] always thought she was smoking hot.”
The insider adds that there was more than just casual attraction at play. “There was a genuine connection there, and rumors circulated at the time that they may have actually hooked up, though neither of them ever admitted it.”
Back then, Hurley was a global It Girl — famous for her career-making role in Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery, her relationship with Hugh Grant, and that Versace safety-pin dress. Costner, fresh off Dances with Wolves and The Bodyguard, was one of the most bankable leading men in the business.
Fast-Forward to 2024
Decades later, both stars have had high-profile romances — and high-profile breakups. Costner finalized his divorce from Christine Baumgartner in 2023 after nearly 20 years of marriage. Hurley has remained close with her ex-fiancé Shane Warne’s family and has focused on raising her son, Damian.
But in recent months, Hurley has made headlines for her budding romance with Achy, Breaky Heart singer Billy Ray Cyrus. The two were first linked earlier this year, and while neither has officially confirmed the relationship, they’ve been spotted together at multiple events — with body language that speaks volumes.
Why Costner Is Reportedly Intrigued Again
Now that he’s single, friends say Costner has been reminiscing about past connections — and Hurley is allegedly at the top of his list.
“He’s always had a soft spot for Liz,” the source says. “And while he respects her current relationship, he can’t help wondering ‘what if?’”
It’s not just nostalgia talking. Costner is known for appreciating women who carry themselves with confidence, glamour, and a touch of unpredictability — all qualities Hurley has in spades.
Will This Triangle Ever Take Shape?
Of course, Billy Ray Cyrus isn’t exactly a man to be brushed aside. The country singer, 62, is reportedly smitten with Hurley, and the pair seem to be enjoying their time together without rushing into labels.
Still, in the world of celebrity romance, history has a way of resurfacing — especially when two people have shared circles, mutual respect, and just enough chemistry to spark decades-old speculation.
For now, Costner’s admiration for Hurley remains a behind-the-scenes footnote in his post-divorce chapter. But in Hollywood, stranger things have happened.
A Love Story That Never Was — Or Maybe Just Hasn’t Happened Yet
Whether they ever rekindle that rumored 90s connection or remain ships that passed in the night, Costner and Hurley’s not-quite-romance is a reminder of how small — and endlessly intriguing — Hollywood’s social map really is.
One thing is certain: when Kevin Costner sets his sights on someone, the plot is never entirely predictable.