Damian Hurley and his mother, Elizabeth Hurley, have a very close relationship and even share clothes. Damian, who is 22 years old, mentioned in an interview with The Sunday Times that they often swap leather trousers and oversized blazers, taking pieces from each other’s wardrobe. They have also been known to twin with each other, with Damian wearing a black blazer adorned with gold safety pins in 2019, inspired by his mother’s iconic safety pin Versace dress from the early ’90s. Elizabeth gave birth to Damian in 2002 with businessman Stephen Bing.
The famous black dress that Elizabeth wore to the 1994 premiere of Four Weddings and a Funeral, featuring a plunging neckline and large gold safety pins, became an iconic red carpet look. Elizabeth shared with Us Weekly her experience of wearing the dress, stating that it was not uncomfortable and that it was her first introduction to couture. The dress did not move on her as she tested its comfort by bending and moving around before leaving the house. Donatella Versace described it as one of the most famous red carpet dresses in history and it brought worldwide attention to the designer’s brand.
Continuing to follow in his mother’s footsteps, Damian has also started a career in modeling and directing. He directed his mother in the new thriller Strictly Confidential and mentioned in an interview with The Sunday Times that he is not easily starstruck due to growing up around industry giants. However, he did mention feeling starstruck when working with family friend Naomi Campbell in a modeling campaign. Campbell taught Damian an interesting technique for modeling, which involves having two thoughts when looking into the camera – either ‘f–k me’ or ‘f–k you’, which he found to be true for many models in the industry.
Damian’s career in entertainment seems to be on an upward trajectory, with him delving into both modeling and directing. He has been able to shadow his mother’s success in the industry and is not phased by working alongside celebrities due to his upbringing. Elizabeth has been supportive of Damian’s career choices and has allowed him to lean on her experience in the industry. Their bond extends beyond just sharing clothes, as they also share a passion for the entertainment world and have collaborated on projects together.
Despite Damian’s young age, he has already made a name for himself in the modeling world and is gaining recognition for his directing skills. He appears to have a bright future in the industry and will likely continue to follow in his mother’s footsteps. His close relationship with Elizabeth has allowed him to learn from her experiences and has given him a strong foundation to build his own career upon. With Elizabeth’s guidance and support, Damian seems well on his way to making a name for himself in the world of entertainment.
