Richard Gere

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Richard Gere's acting career started wtih American Gigolo and was solidified with An Officer and a Gentleman in the early 1980s. Gere is also well-know for his activism, especially heading the movement to free Tibet from Chinese occupation, improve human rights for Tibetan nationals and allow the safe return of its exiled leader, the Dalai Lama. In fact, after an acceptance speech condemning China's actions in Tibet, the Academy of Motion Pictures told Gere, something to the effect, you will never be on this stage again. Having met the Dalai Lama in person, Gere says that the meeting had a huge impact on him (Gere is now a practicing Buddhist).

Other Gere blockbusters include Pretty Woman, Internal Affairs, and the film version of Chicago. In his latest film, The Hoax, he stars as Clifford Irving, and he's got four movies in the can taking him into 2008.

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Mister Schweiz 2009 André Reithebuch is a Richard Gere look-alike

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Last May 2, a Swiss man with seductive eyes and a captivating smile won Switzerland's top male pageant, the Mister Switzerland or Mister Schweiz 2009. André Reithebuch, a 22-year-old carpenter, won the pageant in Lugano, Switzerland. He will be representing this "neutral" country in the Mister World 2009 pageant in December. There is a rumour it will be held in Korea. Glancing on this hottie's picture, I see his resemblance to Hollywood actor Richard Gere. I don't know if you are seeing the same but it is worthy to know your opinion. Read Full Story

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Big B to share screen space with Gere

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Superstar Amitabh Bachchan is going to share screen space with Hollywood actor Richard Gere in his upcoming film ‘Teen Patti’. According to a unit member, "The makers wanted an international name for the cameo. Though other names were also in consideration, they decided on the Pretty Woman actor who is well known to the Indian audience not only as a Hollywood star but also as an AIDS activist who frequently travels to India." Earlier Pierce Brosnan was assigned to do the cameo but when he opted out, Gere was roped in. Years back Gere hit the headlines for casting packs of kisses on Shilpa’s ... Read Full Story

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The Hoax (2007) R - 3½ Stars

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Writer Clifford Irving, nearly pulled off the biggest scam of the literary community when he claimed his autobiography of Howard Hughes, which he sold to McGraw Hill publishing company, was based on interviews direct from the horses mouth. Richard Gere is pretty good in this role and he keeps you guessing on what he has to do to cover up his latest lie. He's convincing and sells the concept to "never let the truth get in the way of a good story." It's the early 70's in Hollywood and Clifford Irving (Richard Gere), is a struggling author trying to make a name for himself. ... Read Full Story

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Richard Gere Is Still Motor-Boating Carey Lowell!

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These were snapped at the Mardan Palace launch party held in beautiful Antalya, TurkeyThe couple tied the knot back in 2002 & are surprisingly still together, so major props to them! Anyway, here’s more info about: Carey Lowell (born February 11, 1961) is an American actress and former model.Lowell’s notable acting roles include those of Bond girl Pam Bouvier in the James Bond movie Licence to Kill (1989) and Assistant District Attorney Jamie Ross on the television drama Law & Order, a character she reprised on its spinoff, Law & Order: Trial by Jury. [Source]read more 23 Vote(s) Read Full Story

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Fiat apologizes to China for Richard Gere commercial

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Filed under: Minivans/MPVs , China , Government/Legal , Marketing/Advertising , Videos , FIAT , Celebrities According to Olivier Francois, Chief Executive Officer of Lancia, Richard Gere was chosen for a recent ad for the Lancia Delta because he “is not merely a fine actor; not merely one of the most famous men in the world. He is a man with a great difference: the ability to combine talent, fame and style with great character. I’m talking about his commitment to peace.” That affinity for peace stretches especially towards the people of Tibet, a people who’s autonomy from China Gere supports. This commercial, which you ... Read Full Story

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Richard Gere and Homer: Batter Up!

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