Richard Gere Shares Strict Marriage Rule with Wife Alejandra Silva

Richard Gere and Alejandra Silva recently shared insights about their marriage during the red carpet event for his documentary, “Wisdom of Happiness.” Gere revealed that a key aspect of their relationship is the importance of daily affection, particularly kisses. He noted that he aims to kiss his wife every day, though it’s not always possible, which he joked about during an interview.

Daily Rituals and Parenting Through Buddhism

The couple discussed their parenting approach, emphasizing their shared Buddhist beliefs. Alejandra supports Richard in addressing family challenges calmly. She highlighted the need for patience, saying, “I know I want to strangle you right now, but I’m going to take a deep breath and we’re going to talk through this.”

• Richard has two children with Alejandra: Alexander, born in 2019, and James, born in 2020.
• Richard’s eldest son, Homer, is 25 years old from his previous marriage to Carey Lowell.

Both Richard and Alejandra believe that their spiritual practice significantly impacts their parenting style. Alejandra stated that introducing Buddhism to their children is crucial, while Richard praised her parenting skills, saying, “I’ve actually learnt how to be a better father by watching her.”

Shared Background and Reunion

Alejandra, originally from La Coruña, Spain, comes from a family involved in business and football. She studied marketing and advertising after completing school in Dorset, England. The couple first met over a decade ago through family connections but reconnected in 2014 at her family’s hotel in Positano, Italy. Their bond developed quickly, highlighted by a sense of strong “karmic energy.”

Life Together in America

After enjoying a year in Spain, the couple has now relocated to America. Richard expressed happiness about their time in Spain, as it allowed Alejandra to be close to her family and culture. “It was fabulous,” he noted about their experiences in her home country.

Buddhism and Personal Growth

Richard’s documentary focuses on the teachings of the Dalai Lama, particularly on finding inner peace. Alejandra embraced Buddhism soon after they began their relationship. Richard observed that her quick adaptation suggested a strong spiritual connection, emphasizing the practice of patience in their lives.

Both agree that patience is the core of Buddhism, stating it takes time to cultivate understanding and compassion. Richard likened the practice of patience to learning an instrument, requiring consistent effort to achieve mastery.

The full interview reveals more about their marriage dynamics and family life, available in the latest issue of Emegypt.