Richard Gere and Alejandra Silva made headlines for their marriage and family plans in 2018. Despite their 33-year age difference, the couple seemed to defy societal norms and embrace their unique love story. When they announced their first pregnancy with a photo of the Dalai Lama blessing Silva's baby bump, the world was in awe of their unconventional yet heartwarming announcement. Just nine months after their son's birth, the couple surprised everyone by revealing a second baby was on the way - this time in secret! The announcement left everyone curious about the woman who stole Richard Gere's heart.
Here are 5 unknown facts about the actor's third wife, Alejandra Silva. Come take a look:
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Her dad is a successful businessman
Originally from Spain, Alejandra Silva was born on February 16, 1983. Growing up in the company of Madrid's elite circles and attending some of the finest private schools in the city, Silva had a firsthand experience of high life. Being the daughter of Real Madrid's former vice president, Ignacio Silva Botas, she found herself in the company of the club's players too. Her undeniable charm even landed her in the gossip columns, with many noting her romantic links to player Roberto Carlos.
Alejandra is an activist and philanthropist
Alejandra has been linked to many nonprofit organizations throughout her life. She has worked with the Beautiful Life Fund, the Real Madrid Football Club Foundation’s African Initiative Project, and The Rais Foundation for the Homeless. Silva is the founder of Rais Fundacion, a non-profit organization that aims to end homelessness in Spain in five years (the term "rais" means "roots" in Spanish). The activist frequently discusses her purpose.
She is a Buddhist
Richard is a practicing Buddhist, so when things became official for the couple, Alejandra converted to Buddhism as well.
Alejandra has known Richard all her life
Despite the fact that Alejandra and Richard's romance did not begin until 2014, Richard had been a family friend of the Silva family previous to their re-introduction as adults. A common acquaintance in Italy introduced them while Alejandra was managing a hotel in Positano. They tied the knot in 2018.
Richard Gere is her second marriage
Alejandra was previously married to mining magnate Govind Friedland before marrying the 'Pretty Woman' actor. The couple had divorced in October 2015 (she was already with Richard at the time).
