Richard Gere sells his house in Connecticut to move to Spain

Richard Gere has sold his posh Connecticut home for $10.75 million, revealing plans to move to Spain. The 32-acre property was an idyllic space where he lived with his wife Alejandra Silva for two years, People magazine reports.

The New Canaan residence was purchased by Gere in 2022 for $10.8 million. It previously belonged to musician Paul Simon and his wife Edie Brickell, who paid $16.5 million for it 17 years ago.

Built in 1938, the home features six bedrooms, 11 bathrooms, a pool, multiple gardens, and a three-bedroom guest cottage. The property combines period details with modern amenities, according to Sotheby's.

Gere even considered turning the majestic property into a farm, but ultimately decided to focus on other projects.

No, Richard Gere's departure is not related to the recent outcome of the presidential elections, even though the news of his move came around the same time. He is going to live abroad to be closer to his wife's family.

Since they got married in 2018, Gere and Silva have lived in the United States, but he now wants to move to Spain, his wife's native country.

According to the actor, it is only fair that, after six years in 'his' world, she is now the one to get the opportunity to show the actor her native land.

For Gere, moving to Madrid will be a great adventure for the whole family. Both he and Silva and their two young sons, Alexander and James, will be based in the Spanish capital.

In April of this year, the actor told Vanity Fair that he loved the joy and happiness that the Spanish people conveyed. He is excited to immerse himself in his wife's culture and live closer to his family and lifelong friends.

Despite his move to Spain, Gere maintains a country property near New York, which will allow him to remain connected to the United States.

Gere and Silva met in Positano, Italy, in 2014, and have since lived a unique love story. In a recent Instagram post, Silva celebrated his 75th birthday in an endearing message.

For this couple, the move is more than just a change of residence: it is an opportunity to live in an environment they both love and strengthen their family.

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