Richard Gere’s life He has taken a turn in recent months. Away from the Hollywood noise, the American actor has opted for a much quieter existence with his partner, the publicist Alejandra Silvaand the children who have in common. A change of scenario that has meant a personal transformation, a new way of being in the world and above all a vital reinvention in which everyday errors can also fit. One of them, according to humor, has to do with the Spanish language and with the patience of his wife.
It has not been on a red carpet or an international gala where Gere has shared his most intimate reflections, but in a conversation with Ana Pastor, within the space The goal. In this interview, both he and Alejandra Silva spoke without hurry about their solidarity projectshis shared life in Spain and his vision of the world, touching issues ranging from Buddhism to current geopolitical tensions. But what caught the most attention was a seemingly trivial confession that, however, suggests the degree of self -criticism and closeness of the actor: his wife gets angry because he does not speak well Spanish. He even describes it as “very primitive” And he admits that he makes him feel ashamed.
Richard Gere’s last appearance
Throughout his last interview, Richard Gere has shown an open attitude. In a relaxed moment, when addressing its adaptation to life in our country, he referred with humor to the one who considers his greatest obstacle: the language. Although he has made advances and demonstrates interest in learning, the actor acknowledged that his level remains basic. It was there when he shared, almost laughing, that Alejandra Silva irritates himself because of her little fluency: «My Spanish makes me feel ashamed. My wife, who loves me a lot, gets angry at me because I don’t speak Spanish.
That phrase, simple but revealing, shows the interpreter’s self -examination. Despite the love that both profess and their willingness to integrate into Spanish culture, Gere does not hide his frustration for not handling the language with ease. And although it treats it with a sense of humor, the truth is that the issue has acquired some weight within its family routine, to the point of becoming a specific objective for the near future.
During the course of the interview, Ana Pastor He went directly to Alejandra Silvaproposing what seemed more a challenge than a question: to get her husband to learn the language seriously. The journalist He raised the idea that, on his next visit to the program, the conversation was completely developed in Spanish.
-This little exchange reflects the dynamics of the couplebased on mutual respect and the will to build a common life beyond idiomatic barriers. Throughout the conversation, Gere even pronounced some words in Spanishas a symbol of that effort to approach not only its family environment, but also to the society in which it now lives. Language learning, beyond being a linguistic issue, seems to have become an expression of amor.
Richard Gere’s most unknown side
Beyond personal anecdotes, the interview also allowed the renovated professional enthusiasm of the actor. Although in recent times he has been more linked to social causes and political debates, he has not set aside his film vocation. In fact, he expressed his desire to work on Spanish projects and collaborate with local filmmakers. As explained, It has already begun to establish relationship with some directors already establish ties that could materialize in the near future.
The possibility of seeing Richard Gere In a film shot in Spain it seems not so far. He himself expressed his illusion for being part of national productions, although he also admitted that he will have to overcome a very specific barrier: The language. While that causes insecurity, your interest in integrating professionally in our country demonstrates that it is not only a temporary residence, but a commitment to its new stage of life.
During his passage through The sixthGere not only talked about his private or professional life, he also addressed substantive issues that have been part of his identity for decades. One of the most relevant aspects was its relationship with the Buddhism and his admiration for the Dalái Lama.
The artist has underlined the difference between technical knowledge and self -knowledge. «Dalái Lama is a figure in which all confidence can be deposited. As he himself has pointed out, in the West we know more about the moon than about the functioning of the mind. And Tibetan thought is to work in the mind and see how we are creating realities all the time, ”he said about it. No one knew this facet. ¿What will next to come to light?
