Richard Gere: Finding Bliss in Love and Life with His Wife 34 Years His Junior
At 75, Richard Gere, the legendary star of Pretty Woman, has never been happier. Sharing the cover of Elle Spain’s February issue with his wife, Alejandra Silva, 41, the couple opened up about their deeply fulfilling life together in Alejandra’s hometown of Madrid, Spain. Married for seven years, the pair revealed how relocating to Spain with their two young sons, Alexander (5) and James (4), has brought them closer than ever.
“This move marks a new chapter for us. We’ve never been happier,” Gere shared. “Alejandra feels at home, and her happiness makes me happy.”
A Bond Like No Other
For Alejandra, their relationship transcends the ordinary. “We are soulmates,” she said. “Richard and I share the same values, see the world in the same way, and it feels as though we’ve known each other forever. This kind of connection happens only once in a lifetime. We are tied by the karma of past lives.”
Their mutual respect and shared sense of purpose are central to their union. Alejandra describes Gere as a devoted father who loves reading to their children. “It sounds ideal, but it’s true—he’s an incredible dad,” she said. “He doesn’t cook, though. I handle that, and he plays the guitar.”
A Partnership Rooted in Giving
What deepens their love even further is their shared passion for philanthropy. Alejandra, a Spanish social activist, believes their shared commitment to helping others strengthens their bond. Gere echoed this sentiment, praising the transformative power of women in creating positive change.
“The Dalai Lama once told me he inherited his compassion and kindness from his mother,” Gere reflected. “Women are incredibly strong. Give a woman money, and she’ll invest in her community and improve the whole village.”
A New Beginning in Spain
Last year, the couple relocated from the United States to Spain, selling their $11 million Connecticut estate to settle closer to Alejandra’s family. Gere explained the decision with heartfelt generosity: “She gave me six wonderful years living in her world, so I thought it was only fair to give her at least six more in hers.”
The move has allowed the couple to immerse themselves in Spanish culture and celebrate milestones like Thanksgiving with Alejandra’s extended family. In November, they attended the Elle Eco 2024 Awards, where they were honored for their contributions to environmental and social causes.
A Love Story for the Ages
Richard Gere and Alejandra Silva’s love story began in 2014 when they reconnected in Italy, years after being introduced by a mutual friend. Despite their 34-year age difference, they quickly bonded over their shared passions for humanitarian work and spirituality. Their intimate 2018 wedding at Gere’s New York estate marked the beginning of a new chapter for both.
Gere is also stepfather to Albert (11), Alejandra’s son from a previous relationship, and father to Homer (24), his son from his second marriage to actress Carey Lowell.
As they continue to thrive in Madrid, it’s clear that love, mutual respect, and a shared sense of purpose have made Richard Gere and Alejandra Silva’s partnership one of Hollywood’s most inspiring romances. “We’re living proof that age is just a number when it comes to true love,” the couple seems to tell the world.
