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Born on August 31, 1949, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Richard Tiffany Gere is an esteemed American actor. The second of five children, his mother, Doris Anna, was a homemaker, and his father, Homer George Gere, worked as an insurance salesman. Both of his parents are descendants of Mayflower Pilgrims. Gere’s early life saw him develop skills in music, playing several instruments and composing for high school productions. He graduated from North Syracuse Central High School in 1967 and then attended the University of Massachusetts Amherst on a gymnastics scholarship, majoring in philosophy. He left after two years to pursue an acting career, beginning professionally at the Seattle Repertory Theatre in 1969.
Gere’s acting career began with stage roles, including a lead in the London production of the rock musical “Grease” in 1973. His early film appearances included a significant role in “Looking for Mr. Goodbar” (1977) and a starring role in Terrence Malick’s “Days of Heaven” (1978). He gained widespread recognition and established himself as a leading man with films like “American Gigolo” (1980) and “An Officer and a Gentleman” (1982). A notable turning point in his career came with “Pretty Woman” (1990), where his performance alongside Julia Roberts captivated audiences and became a box office success. Gere continued his successful collaborations with Julia Roberts in “Runaway Bride” (1999). He also received critical acclaim for his role as Billy Flynn in the musical “Chicago” (2002), for which he won a Golden Globe Award.
Beyond his acting achievements, Gere is a prominent humanitarian and activist. He is a founding member of Tibet House, an organization dedicated to preserving Tibetan culture, and has been a vocal supporter of the Tibetan Independence Movement. His advocacy has led to him being banned from entering China. Gere also actively supports Survival International, an organization dedicated to protecting tribal peoples worldwide, and campaigns for ecological causes and AIDS awareness. He established the Gere Foundation India Trust in 1999 to support humanitarian programs in India.
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