Richard Gere and his wife Alejandra Silva at a formal event, embodying their shared commitment to philanthropy and family life in Spain
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Richard Gere’s swapped Hollywood for Spain, and it sounds like he’s loving it!
Remember Richard Gere? ‘Pretty Woman,’ that smile, the whole shebang? Well, he’s living a whole new life in Spain now with his wife, Alejandra Silva, and their kids. And by all accounts, they’re absolutely loving it. He told Elle España they’re ‘happier than ever,’ which is lovely to hear, isn’t it?
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Richard and Alejandra’s story is pretty special. They met a while back when they were both going through divorces, and it just clicked. Alejandra described them as ‘soulmates,’ saying they see the world the same way. It’s nice to see someone find happiness, especially after going through a tough time.
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But it’s not all sunshine and sangria. Richard and Alejandra are really passionate about making a difference. They’re working on this environmental project in Mexico, Sierra a Mar, which is all about looking after the environment, from the mountains to the sea. They’re also involved with a charity in Spain called Hogar Sí, which is trying to end homelessness. It’s clear they’re both really committed to helping others.
Richard’s move to Spain isn’t just a whim. He’s clearly embracing the culture and making it a home. He told Vanity Fair Spain that he’s looking forward to being closer to Alejandra’s family and that he loves the Spanish lifestyle. He even joked about how his kids are bilingual now, which is brilliant for them. And it sounds like they’re settling in nicely; Alejandra shared a photo of them decorating their Christmas tree in Spain. It seems like a real family affair. It’s lovely to see someone using their platform to do good in the world, and it sounds like Richard and Alejandra are doing just that.
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