Richard Gere has turned 76, but he still retains the charm that once captivated audiences in his iconic films. The past year has marked major changes for the American actor. Together with his Spanish wife, Alejandra, he relocated permanently to Spain. This move, initiated by his wife from Galicia, completely transformed the daily life of the Hollywood star. Gere appears to have settled in perfectly to his new environment, immersing himself with pleasure in Spanish life and cuisine, and making new friends.
To celebrate the actor’s birthday, which fell on the past Sunday, Alejandra shared a photo on social media along with a heartfelt message. In her post, she lifted the veil on their harmonious relationship, naming energy, patience, and deep mutual understanding as the key elements of their bond. She wrote that the past year had been full of changes and challenges, but her husband always remained a reliable support for them. According to her, the children and she herself constantly feel his love and care, appreciate his support, boundless patience, and the strength he brings to the whole family. She called him the heart of their little universe, the best husband and father, who is always generous and ready to help, even on the busiest days. This sincere message, ending with a declaration of love, was accompanied by a photo of the couple posing barefoot in their garden, looking relaxed in the summery atmosphere.
The post sparked a lively response, including from prominent figures such as Ariadne Artiles, Mar Saura, and Esther Cañadas, who left their congratulations.
A year and a half ago, the Gere couple decided to change their environment and leave behind the American way of life. They settled in a three-story villa with a pool and wine cellar in the prestigious La Moraleja district of Madrid. Previously, the actor explained during a TV show that the move was motivated by his desire to be close to his wife in her homeland. He noted that she had spent seven years with him in America, and now it was his turn to live in Madrid. Gere emphasized that they have never been so happy, as his happiness directly depends on his wife’s well-being.
Since then, Richard and Alejandra have become prominent figures in the country’s public life. They are often seen at Spain’s top film awards, where Gere received the international Goya award, at musicals staged by their friend Antonio Banderas, or simply at the famous Madrid churrería San Ginés.
In a recent interview, the actor recalled their first meeting. He said he immediately felt something special, as if everything fell into place. For him, it was a fateful encounter, although his future wife realized this a bit later. In his view, their paths crossed at exactly the right moment, creating perfect harmony. Alejandra, for her part, confirmed that she felt a special connection, but initially preferred to keep things on a friendly level. She shared that she gradually realized how much they complemented each other and how happy they were together, but their relationship developed cautiously and slowly, step by step.
More than a decade after meeting in 2013, the couple has built a large and close-knit family. They are raising two sons together—six-year-old Alexander and five-year-old James—as well as Alejandra’s son from a previous relationship. The couple often share family moments on social media, but always take care to hide their children’s faces. This is not the first time Alejandra has expressed her feelings publicly. A few months ago, on Father’s Day, she posted a family photo from the beach, calling her husband the person who is always there and makes every moment special. In one interview, she also described Richard as a very devoted and involved father who loves reading stories to their children.
