Richard Gere, well known for his role in “Pretty Woman,” hails from a humble background despite his status as one of the most renowned actors in Hollywood. The young actor was one of many siblings and spent his formative years on a farm near Syracuse, New York.

His mother, Doris, was born and reared in Brooklyn, and it was there that she first met his father-in-law, Homer Gere. In 1945, the two people who had been in love since childhood were married and relocated to North Syracuse to start a family. They ended up having five children.

In spite of the fact that they had a big family owing to their children Richard, Susan, Joanne, and David, the couple did a good job of parenting and instilled long-lasting values in their children.

In addition, despite the fact that Doris, a homemaker, and Homer, a salesman for an insurance company, did not have a lot of money, they tried their best to provide their children with the greatest possible education.

Richard views his parents as real-life superheroes because they provided him with the tools and encouragement he needed to develop his creative potential.

According to the actor who appeared in “Unfaithful,” his parents encouraged their children’s interests and helped them develop their abilities by paying for private schooling. He did acknowledge that:

We did not come from a family with a lot of money, so the struggle that our parents went through to ensure that we had an education and access to music professors was remarkable.

Richard values his parents’ efforts, despite the fact that he did not come into this world with a silver spoon in his mouth. The actor paid tribute to his father on Tuesday night at the honors portion of the 2019 City Harvest Festival Gala by reminiscing about his youth and praising his father for being a nice guy, a value that was instilled in him by his parent.

Richard emphasized that Homer never wished for anybody, even complete strangers, to be in pain or distress in any way. He said that the elder Gere was largely driven by his enthusiasm and that he often seemed to assist anyone who required his assistance, regardless of the nature of the issue.

This past May, Homer celebrated his 100th birthday, and in honor of the occasion, the actor hosted a little birthday dinner at a pasta restaurant in their hometown.

According to the star of “Pretty Woman,” anytime there was a matter of money and Homer was unable to assist in any way monetarily, he looked for other ways to aid, whether it was by a smile or a hug. In spite of this, he couldn’t shake the nagging feeling that he ought to contribute in some way, shape, or form.

The movie star went on to say that his father established a Meals-On-Wheels program in their area, which the senior actor would later devote his whole life to supporting.

He stated that Homer favored a “cheeseball automobile” because “the trunk was the ideal height for him to get the dinners in so that he didn’t have to bend over to carry them around to his neighbors.”

Meals-On-Wheels America is a charitable organization that runs a variety of initiatives all throughout the United States in order to assist tens of thousands of local communities. In the 1950s, Philadelphia was the site of the first establishment of its type.

There is a significant amount of volunteer work that enables older citizens in the United States to live independently and with dignity. This work takes the form of pleasant visits, the delivery of nutritional meals, and safety inspections.

Richard asked his elderly father what motivated him to start volunteering for Meals on Wheels as the two were having a heart-to-heart talk about life and its challenges. Homer said:

“Meals-On-Wheels was first run out of what seemed like an abandoned home; this is where the program was established. When individuals become older, we kind of meet the needs that they no longer have. It’s impossible not to have a positive attitude about anything when you realize that your life is improving the quality of someone else’s, in my opinion.”

In reaction to this, Richard shared the news that the only reason he became a supporter of the initiatives was due to the influence of his father. His kid, who similarly aspired to be a wonderful father, looked up to Homer as an outstanding role model. On the other hand, the actor did not start seeing young children until he was in his 50s.

The first marriage that Richard had, to the model Cindy Crawford, did not last very long. His second effort at finding love resulted in his developing feelings for Carey Lowell, a former Bond girl who was twelve years younger than he was.

Richard believed that it was better to start late than never, regardless of his age. After beginning a relationship with Lowell in 1996, the skilled television actor kept many aspects of their relationship private until after they were married.

The star of “Unfaithful” raved over their love and said that they were ready to take it to the next level by discussing their plans to move in together. It did not matter to Lowell that he had a daughter from a prior marriage; in fact, he did not even know she existed. According to what Richard told Dailymail:

“My whole world shifted because of her. And the institution of marriage does have a purpose. If you are doing it from the kindness of your heart. It is a significant achievement for both of us.”

But before settling on the idea of having a small, low-key ceremony, the couple already had a son named Homer Gere II when they decided to be married. At the age of 50, Richard became a parent and named his first child after his own father.

When the actor finally became a father, he was overjoyed since it was something that he had been looking forward to for a very long time. As a result, he became really committed to the process once it finally took place.

While he was talking about his kid, he brought up the fact that his son is his “mini-me.” “the source of all of my happiness. He has a strong appreciation for music, is a quick runner, and has a lot of brains. Very hilarious. The irony came easily to him, which is a beautiful attribute to possess for any human being.”

Richard loved every minute of being a parent, but after more than a decade of wedded bliss, his and Lowell’s relationship began to have difficulties. In 2012, the former Bond girl filed for divorce, stating the principal cause as being a divergence in lifestyle between herself and her husband.

Although his second wife enjoyed going out and having fun, Richard yearned for solitude and seclusion, as reported by a variety of sources. The knowledgeable source said, “They have a home in Bedford, New York, and he enjoys going there because it is peaceful, and he appreciates the opportunity to be alone. She enjoys the attention that comes with being in North Haven.”

The couple agreed that their kid should live with both of them, but the terms of the custody arrangement caused a fight during the divorce settlement. It took four years and several trips to court before they ultimately reached an agreement.

In spite of this, legal counsel from both parties declined to comment on the arrangement. Richard never wavered from the values he had about his family, even if his marriage did not continue long.

In 2015, he clarified that his son is, and will continue to be, his first priority and that he would not go on with a project if his son does not give his OK. He believes that “family is more essential than everything else.”

Before the interview, Richard already had a new love in his life, and this time it was in the form of a Spanish campaigner by the name of Alejandra Silva.

Moving on, the couple decided to have another child. In 2019, the actor became a parent for the second time, this time to a second boy called Alexander. The next year, a second boy was welcomed into the loving family.

Richard’s devotion to his father, Homer, has not wavered despite the many changes that have occurred in his life, including his marriages, his becoming a father, and his unwavering commitment to his family.

Throughout the years, he saw him as an “idol,” and he spent a lot of time supporting the patriarch’s Meals-On-Deals programs while also spending a lot of time driving about and visiting people. In the year 2010, the legendary actor stated:

“From the beginning, he has been my idol.”

Despite his advanced age, Homer never loses his enthusiasm for lending a helping hand to others. Also, he never allowed his loneliness to stop him from being kind; Doris, who passed away at the age of 91 in North Syracuse, left her spouse a widower after her passing.

In point of fact, Richard is the kind of kid that many people dream of having. He has maintained an unbreakable bond with his father, offering assistance and support in every manner possible while also praising and honoring him.

In May 2022, Homer celebrated his 100th birthday, and in honor of the occasion, the actor hosted a little birthday dinner at a pasta restaurant in their hometown.

The couple celebrated the occasion by spending the evening with a group of other people who were happy to see the Meals-On-Deals volunteer reach such a significant milestone. The actor’s deep and meaningful relationship with his father demonstrates how much he values the efforts and dedication of older people.

After all, he is the kind of person who thinks that family is the most important thing in the world, therefore it is inevitable that he would instill this value in his own children.