Richard Gere, a 75-year-old renowned actor recognized for his performances in films like “Pretty Woman” and “American Gigolo,” has transitioned to a new chapter in his life by relocating to Spain. The move, finalized in November 2024, came following the sale of Gere’s expansive Connecticut property, jointly owned with his wife Alejandra Silva, for $10.75 million. The sale marked the completion of their long-intended move to Madrid, Spain, the native country of Silva.
In a recent joint interview with Elle España, Gere expressed their satisfaction with the move, stating, “We are happier than ever.” He further elaborated, “She, because she is at home, and I because, if she is happy, I am happy.”
The couple’s relationship began back in 2014 in Italy, following Gere’s split from Carey Lowell. Silva, 41, explained the depth of their bond, stating, “We are like soulmates. We have the same values, we see the world in the same way, and from the first moment, we felt like we have known each other for a long time. And this only happens once, if it happens at all.” She also mentioned that their connection was “united by the karma of our past lives.” They married in 2018.
The family includes two sons, Alexander, five, and James, four, and Silva’s 11-year-old son, Albert, from a previous relationship. Gere’s 24-year-old son, Homer, from his previous marriage with Lowell, stays in the United States to pursue his acting career.
The decision to relocate to Spain was a well-thought-out family decision. Gere acknowledged that Silva had spent nearly seven years in the United States with him. As a result, they agreed that it was only fitting to spend the next chapter of their lives in Silva’s home country, settling in Madrid.
Gere stressed that the move was crucial for maintaining family balance and creating a nourishing environment for their children. He underscored the significance of a bilingual education for their children and expressed confidence that living in Spain would enrich their language skills and connect them to a part of their heritage.
The relocation to Spain also coincided with a shift in family roles following the death of Silva’s grandmother about two years ago. Gere mentioned that Silva has naturally taken up the role of the matriarch in their extended family, with plans for large family Sunday lunches.
Alongside their thriving personal lives, the couple is also dedicated to significant humanitarian work in Spain. They have both joined the board of the non-profit Hogar Sí, an organization committed to addressing homelessness in Spain. Silva stated that one of their main motivations for moving to Madrid was to support this cause, with the shared ambition of ensuring no one in the country is forced to sleep on the streets within five years.
Their daily life in Spain has settled into a harmonious routine. Silva characterizes Gere as an attentive and dedicated father who enjoys reading to their children. She confirmed that their family moments might seem idyllic but insisted they accurately reflect his parenting style. Typically, Gere plays the guitar while Silva cooks, as cooking is not one of his skills.
Gere, during the interview, shared wisdom from his longtime spiritual mentor, the 14th Dalai Lama, about the ubiquity and importance of kindness. This principle appears to be guiding their new life in Spain, where they balance family duties with their ongoing commitment to humanitarian work.