A few months ago, Richard Gere He surprised the whole world by announcing the death of his wife, the Spanish businesswoman Alejandra SilvaHis sons, Alexander and James, will leave the United States behind He settled permanently in Spain. Seven years after … Marrying a Galician, the performer left his homeland, realizing that now it was his turn Adapt to the customs of the country To the woman he fell in love with nearly a decade ago.
The family lived in Madrid and settled in an impressive mansion located in an exclusive area Urbanization in La MoralejaWith a value of 3.5 million euros. The couple’s home is located on the outskirts of the Spanish capital, and has an area of 800 square meters, in addition to six bathrooms, a semi-basement, a wine cellar, a private gym, a swimming pool and eight bedrooms. However, the American couple announced their departure from Spain in October 2025 to start a new life outside our borders.
Richard Gere and Alejandra Silva attended the ELLE for Future Awards a few months ago, where they made some headlines when they talked about their new lives in our country. The actor, who visited his wife’s land on many occasions, did not hesitate to explain in front of journalists’ microphones that…What do you think of Spain? And what is it What do you like most about Madrid?.
Richard Gere talks candidly about what he loves most about Spain
Richard Gere and Alejandra Silva attended the ELLE for Future Awards a few months ago, where they made some headlines when they talked about what their lives were like in our country. The actor, who visited his wife’s land on many occasions, did not hesitate to explain in front of journalists’ microphones that…What do you think of Spain? And what is it What do you like most about Madrid?.
“We love Spain”Alejandra Silva said in an interview with the media before the ceremony. A phrase that the artist did not hesitate to agree to: “Yes, I love Spain. Our children love Spain »At 75 years old, he faces a new life in our country, said Geer. As for what he loves most about the peninsula, the translator had no doubt: “my wife”He mentioned.
“What I like most about Spain is my wife (Alejandra Silva)”
Since settling in Madrid, Richard Gere has been amazed by many of the idiosyncrasies of the Spaniards. “It’s the whole experience. Spain is a very civilized countryThe people are friendly and friendly You feel a sense of belonging to the community», admitted the American, who was also surprised by the people’s attitude. “When I came here with Alejandra, she knew everyone first. Well I guess Everyone in Spain knows everyoneHe said.
Actor Richard Gere and his wife Alejandra Silva at the ELLE For Future event
What caught the attention of the citizens of Madrid
The translator was also asked what he liked most about Madrid, and he answered forcefully again: “My wife, I’ll say the same thing every time.”He replied. The actor considered that the city that would become his new home during the next few years is “One of the most beautiful in the worldOf course: “It’s a beautiful place. The people… I shouldn’t say it, but they remind me of Italians “I love Italians,” he said, unleashing laughter among many in attendance.
“Madrid is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. “I shouldn’t say it, but they remind me of Italians and I love Italians.”
Richard Gere noted that as a result of his relationship with Alejandra Silva he began to connect more with the country in which he lives: “When I fell in love with this beautiful woman here and started to get to know Spain a little more, I’ve found that Spain is the best ever“, specific.
Richard Gere praised the unity of the Spanish people in the face of tragedies
The “Officer and the Gentleman” actor and his wife also wanted to show solidarity with the devastation that occurred in Valencia because of Dana. Although the couple had not yet settled in the capital at that time I followed the news closely They directed all support to the victims, in addition to applause Citizen participation Who went to help the most affected areas.
“We are seeing more and more of these environmental tragedies on this planet, but, as we have seen, The entire Spanish community came together to help “To the people of Valencia,” said the actor, who emphasized that this gesture by the Spaniards was something “very inspiring.” “This does not happen everywhere in the world.”.
For her part, Alejandra Silva agreed with her husband, insisting that this kind of cooperation could not be seen “almost anywhere”: “People came from all over the world to help. People helping people, which is incredible. We were in New York watching the news and I said: “Yes, we are going to the perfect place, Spain.”», concluded the Spanish woman, very proud of her roots.