Richard Gere Leaves the United States for Spain, Citing Concerns Over Elon Musk

Hollywood veteran Richard Gere has reportedly decided to leave the United States and relocate permanently to Spain with his family, vowing never to return. In a surprising twist, the actor has cited concerns related to tech billionaire Elon Musk as a major factor behind his decision.

Gere’s European Escape

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Sources close to the Pretty Woman star say that Gere, who has long been an admirer of European culture and owns a home in Spain, has grown increasingly frustrated with what he describes as the “corporate and tech-driven transformation” of American society.

“America is no longer the place I once knew,” Gere allegedly told a confidant. “It’s being reshaped by billionaires like Elon Musk, and I want no part of it.”

While the 74-year-old actor has never been particularly vocal about Musk in the past, it appears that recent developments—including Musk’s increasing influence over social media, artificial intelligence, and space exploration—have only added to Gere’s concerns about the direction of the U.S.

Tensions with Musk’s Vision

Gere has long been known for his progressive views and activism, supporting human rights causes and critiquing corporate overreach. Meanwhile, Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has championed free speech absolutism on his platform, X (formerly Twitter), and has had numerous public clashes with liberal celebrities and politicians.

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Reports suggest that Gere is particularly uneasy about Musk’s growing power in controlling online discourse and his role in shaping the future of AI and automation. According to one insider, “Gere sees Musk as a symbol of everything that’s wrong with modern America—big money, unchecked influence, and a future dominated by technology rather than humanity.”

Life in Spain

Gere and his wife, Spanish publicist Alejandra Silva, have spent significant time in Spain over the years, and the move appears to be a natural transition for the couple. The family is expected to settle in Madrid, where they can enjoy a more relaxed lifestyle away from the pressures of Hollywood and Silicon Valley’s growing reach.

Whether this marks the final chapter of Gere’s connection to the U.S. remains to be seen. However, for now, the iconic actor seems content with his decision to embrace a new life abroad—one without the looming presence of Elon Musk in his rearview mirror.