Billy Ray went on to describe Elizabeth as "so impressively brilliant" and a "smart businesswoman," drawing a direct comparison to Dolly Parton. He also said that he has "no expectations of where we go from here," and it sounds like the two of them are taking things one step at a time.

The pair have been making headlines since their romance surfaced earlier this week, catching the attention of both fans and media outlets. Speaking about his new relationship during an appearance on The Ty Bentli Show, Cyrus gushed about Hurley, calling her "impressively brilliant."