Few Hollywood figures have managed to combine fame, commitment, and private life as naturally as Richard Gere. At 75 years old, the actor is not only still a prominent presence on the big screen, but he has also chosen Madrid as his personal and family refuge.
From a house in La Moraleja, Gere shows himself as he truly is. He is a man who prioritizes human connections, tranquility, and consistency with his values. This new stage has allowed him to reconnect with what is essential, a path he has shared exclusively with El País.
Surprise at Richard Gere and Alejandra Silva's home
In this interview, Gere reveals his relationship with Alejandra Silva, the Spanish woman who has transformed his life. "Everything came together, everything fit, everything was right, without dissonance," he explains sincerely. For the actor, it was not a chance encounter, but a perfect fit in his story.
Alejandra is more than his partner: she is the center of a home where Richard has been able to find the calm and love he was seeking. The American actor also shares his deepest wishes regarding his children.
"I would especially like my children to be proud of me. For them to think, 'My father was a good guy'." This phrase, full of meaning, reveals the true driving force that guides Richard Gere: responsibility and love for his family above any public recognition.
For him, fame was never an end in itself but a tool that allowed him to open doors and express his creativity. Now, after so many years, what truly matters is the personal legacy, the impact he leaves on his family.
Richard Gere and his most honest side
During the conversation with El País, Gere recalls his origins and the essence that led him to acting. "I wanted to dedicate myself to something that would allow me to express myself, to feel, to create." However, he keeps a humble view of his career.
"I am a worker. Just like everyone else[...]I don't take being a star seriously, I never did." This way, he breaks down the myth to show himself as an ordinary man, whose value lies in effort and authenticity.
Richard Gere also addresses his commitment to social causes and his spirituality based on Buddhism. "When people ask the Dalai Lama what Buddhism is, what his religion is, he answers that it is kindness. That is what I believe in."
Gere shows that his life goes far beyond the glitz of Hollywood. His true star shines in the intimacy of his home, in his relationship with Alejandra, and in the love for his children. More than fame or success, what he seeks is to leave a legacy of kindness and humanity.