Early Life & Education
Richard Gere was born in Philadelphia to Doris Ann, a homemaker, and Homer George Gere, an insurance agent. Growing up in Syracuse, NY, he excelled in music, gymnastics, and academics. Gere attended the University of Massachusetts Amherst on a gymnastics scholarship, majoring in philosophy, but left after two years to pursue acting.
Basic Information
| Attribute | Details |
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| Full Name | Richard Tiffany Gere |
| Date of Birth | August 31, 1949 |
| Age | 76 years (2025) |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
| Height | 5 ft 11 in (180 cm) |
| Nationality | American |
| Residence | Pound Ridge, NY, USA |
| Profession | Actor, Producer, Humanitarian |
| Famous For | Pretty Woman, An Officer and a Gentleman, Chicago |
| Relationship Status | Married to Alejandra Silva |
| Children | 3 |
| Estimated Net Worth | $120 million |
Acting Career
Richard Gere began his acting journey on stage, performing in off-Broadway and West End plays, including “Grease” and “Bent” (1979), for which he earned his first Theater World Award. He transitioned to Hollywood in the mid-1970s, starring in:
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Looking for Mr. Goodbar (1977)
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Days of Heaven (1978)
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American Gigolo (1980) – breakout role & sex symbol status
Career Highlights:
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An Officer and a Gentleman (1982) – Golden Globe nomination
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Pretty Woman (1990) – iconic romantic lead with Julia Roberts
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Internal Affairs (1990) – established range as a dramatic actor
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Primal Fear (1996) – moral complexity and nuanced performances
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Chicago (2002) – Golden Globe winner
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Arbitrage (2012) – critically acclaimed performance
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Norman (2016) – praised for depth & maturity
Gere is also a multitalented performer, composing and performing music, learning tap dance for Chicago, and mastering karate for An Officer and a Gentleman.
Personal Life
Richard Gere has had a high-profile yet private personal life:
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Marriages:
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Cindy Crawford (1991–1995)
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Carey Lowell (2002–2013), son: Homer James Jigme Gere
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Alejandra Silva (2018–present), one son born in 2019
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Relationships: Penelope Milford (1971–1978), Priscilla Presley, Kim Basinger
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Religion & Activism: Gere is a devout Buddhist, supports Tibet, human rights, ecological causes, and AIDS awareness.
Gere is a devout Buddhist, supports Tibet | Image : @instagram 
Gere is a devout Buddhist, supports Tibet| Image @instagram
Philanthropy & Activism
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Tibet House U.S. – Co-founder
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Gere Foundation – Promotes humanitarian causes globally
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International Campaign for Tibet – Chairman
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Survival International – Advocates tribal rights
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AIDS Care Home, India – Supports women & children with AIDS
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Royalties from his book We Are One (2009) go to Survival International
Real Estate Portfolio
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Pound Ridge, NY – Main estate, 50+ acres
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Sag Harbor, NY – Strongheart Manor, sold for $36.5M
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North Salem, NY – 35-acre estate with Silva
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New Canaan, CT – 32-acre estate purchased 2022, sold 2024
Net Worth
According to Celebrity Net Worth, Richard Gere has an estimated net worth of $120 million, accumulated over decades through film, endorsements, real estate, and philanthropic investments.
Latest News (2025 Update)
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Continues acting selectively in films & independent projects
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Focused on family and privacy, avoiding media attention
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Active in humanitarian work and Tibetan independence advocacy
