Renowned Hollywood actor Richard Gere, 75, has relocated to Spain, marking a significant shift in his illustrious career. Gere, recognized for his roles in “Pretty Woman” and “American Gigolo,” moved in November 2024 after selling his expansive Connecticut estate, which he shared with his wife Alejandra Silva, for $10.75 million. The sale marked the end of their long-anticipated move to Madrid, Spain, Silva’s homeland.

In an interview with Elle España, their first since relocating, Gere conveyed their satisfaction with the move. “We are happier than ever,” he stated. He further explained, “She, because she is at home, and I because, if she is happy, I am happy.”

The couple began their relationship in 2014 in Italy, following Gere’s split from Carey Lowell. Their connection was instant and profound, leading to their marriage in 2018. Silva, 41, described their bond as one of soulmates, sharing, “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 suggested that their union was a result of “the karma of our past lives.”

Their family comprises two young sons, Alexander, five, and James, four, in addition to Silva’s 11-year-old son, Albert, from an earlier relationship. Meanwhile, Gere’s 24-year-old son, Homer, from his marriage to Lowell, remains in the United States to advance his acting career.

The decision to move to Spain was not impulsive; it was thoroughly deliberated and planned. Gere acknowledged that Silva had lived in the United States with him for nearly seven years. As a result, they agreed it was fair to spend the next stage of their lives in Silva’s home country, settling in Madrid.

Gere highlighted that the move was aimed at creating a balanced family environment and fostering a conducive atmosphere for their children’s growth. He emphasized the significance of their bilingual education and was confident that living in Spain would enhance their language abilities in a culture representative of part of their heritage.

The relocation also coincided with a change in family dynamics following the death of Silva’s grandmother roughly two years prior. Gere noted that his wife has naturally stepped into the role of the family’s matriarch, orchestrating sizeable family Sunday gatherings.

Alongside their flourishing personal life, the couple has committed to substantial humanitarian work in Spain. They have both joined the board of the non-profit Hogar Sí, an organization devoted to addressing homelessness in Spain. Silva emphasized that a key reason for their move to Madrid was to support this cause, with a joint mission to ensure no one in the country is forced to sleep on the streets within five years.

Their daily routine in Spain has evolved into a harmonious rhythm. Silva portrayed Gere as a committed and attentive father who delights in reading stories to their children. She conceded that their family moments might seem picture-perfect but insisted that they genuinely represent his parenting style. While Silva prepares meals, Gere usually plays the guitar, as he doesn’t cook.

Gere also shared insights from his long-time spiritual mentor, the 14th Dalai Lama, during the interview. He spoke about the significance of kindness and its ubiquitous presence. This philosophy appears to guide their new life in Spain, where they balance family obligations with their ongoing commitment to humanitarian work.