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BREAKING NEWS: Richard Gere Reveals Why He’s Leaving the U.S. With His Wife and Kids and Moving to Spain — “My Reason Is Because There’s a Heavy…”
In a heartfelt and surprising revelation, veteran Hollywood actor Richard Gere has announced that he is officially relocating from the United States to Spain with his wife, Alejandra Silva, and their children.
The 75-year-old star, best known for classics like Pretty Woman and An Officer and a Gentleman, says the move comes after months of reflection — and is driven by both personal and philosophical reasons.
> “My reason is because there’s a heavy emotional and spiritual peace I’ve only ever felt in Spain,” Gere told Vanity Fair España in an exclusive interview released today.
“We want to raise our children in a place where connection to nature, family, and daily life takes priority over stress, politics, and endless division.”
The actor and his Spanish-born wife have long maintained a home in a quiet village near Madrid, but this marks the first time Gere is fully committing to living abroad.
Why Spain? A Deeply Personal Decision
Gere’s wife, Alejandra Silva, a Spanish publicist and activist, played a significant role in the decision.
The couple, who married in 2018 and have two young sons together, have often expressed their desire to give their children a more grounded upbringing away from the limelight and societal pressure of Hollywood.
“America has given me so much,” Gere said. “But the weight of division, the noise, the culture wars… it’s all become too much. In Spain, I feel a calmness. A simplicity. That’s the environment I want my boys to grow up in.”
Sources close to the couple say they’ve already begun the process of selling some of their U.S. properties and are settling into a countryside estate in Galicia, Alejandra’s home region.
A Critique of Modern America?
Though Gere stopped short of directly criticizing the U.S., his comments suggest a subtle disillusionment with the current state of American life.
> “There’s a heaviness in the air in the U.S. — socially, politically, emotionally. And we all feel it,” he said. “I want to breathe freely again. I want my family to live somewhere where kindness and community still mean something.”
Gere, a long-time humanitarian and practicing Buddhist, has spent decades advocating for peace, refugee rights, and Tibetan freedom. His decision to leave the U.S. appears to be a continuation of that ethos — seeking a life in alignment with his values.
Fans React With Surprise and Support
News of Gere’s departure from the U.S. spread quickly, sparking a wave of reactions online. Many fans praised the actor’s honesty and his dedication to his family’s well-being.
“He’s earned the right to peace,” one user posted on X (formerly Twitter). “It’s admirable that he’s choosing happiness and simplicity over fame.”
Others expressed sadness at seeing yet another beloved American star choose to leave the country, following similar decisions by celebrities such as Tina Turner, who had made Switzerland her home before her passing.
What’s Next for Gere?
Though he’s stepping away from life in the U.S., Gere isn’t retiring just yet. He confirmed he will continue working on select projects that align with his values — both in Europe and internationally.
“Art has no borders,” Gere said. “But my home — my peace — is now in Spain.”
The actor also hinted at a possible memoir in the works, where he plans to open up more deeply about his spiritual journey, life in Hollywood, and his hopes for future generations.
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