May 07, 2018 richard gere, 68, wed alejandra silva, 35, two weeks ago in a civil ceremony. Screen legend richard gere talks to libby brooks about buddhism, parenthood and playing the lothario libby brooks thu 6 jun 2002 23. It would be better if there is a dialogue and lots of interactions with me. He is the author of numerous books, including the good heart, the meaning of life, the world of tibetan buddhism, and the compassionate life. With the practising of the dharma for the last forty years every day is a. Richard gere biography, photos, facts, family, kids. Perhaps the main difference between buddhism and other religions is its understanding of our core identity.
Richard gere tells hollywood reporter how defending tibet. Richard gere, 69, cradles baby son alexander as he enjoys workout with eldest child homer, 19, while wife alejandra silva, 36, watches on during tuscany getaway by niomi harris for mailonline. Jun 06, 2002 screen legend richard gere talks to libby brooks about buddhism, parenthood and playing the lothario libby brooks thu 6 jun 2002 23. How richard gere found the path to buddhism actor recounts his. The buddha, a twohour documentary for pbs by awardwinning filmmaker david grubin, tells the story of the buddhas life, a journey especially relevant to our own bewildering times of violent. The buddha is a 2010 pbs documentary directed by david grubin and narrated by richard gere. Richard gere is always watching the mind the buddhist actor talks to beliefnet about tibet, the dalai lama, and how his life is infused with mindfulness. Rex features how did alejandra silva meet richard gere. Gere was married to supermodel cindy crawford from 1991 to 1995. Richard geres slippery road to his happily ever after. In addition to his practice, he has also been active in the save tibet cause. Listen to emotional awareness audiobook by dalai lama. In india, he met the dalai lama, who looked very deeply into my eyes and just started laughing.
Established by richard gere, the foundation provides philanthropic assistance to the causes and groups whose work represents the humanitarian goals he has long supported. Actor richard gere is well known for his outspoken defense of the tibetan people, his buddhist beliefs, and his friendship with the dalai lama. Richard gere s biography richard tiffany gere is a famous american actor, a sex symbol of the 80s and 90s, winner of the golden globe award, a humanitarian activist, known to the wide audience due to the films american gigolo, an officer and a gentleman, pretty. In this documentary, pbs showcases his entire life, going over major events and intentions behind his intense seeking. The wheel of life points out how to bring together the theory of the buddhist teachings and the practice of ordinary life. Richard gere and alejandra silva had an indianinspired wedding. The film follows the story of the gautama buddhas life and discusses the history and teachings of buddhism. The buddhist with the baddest karma ive ever encountered, but still, no one can argue with the fact that he has done great things in. The meaning of life new book releases, bestsellers, author. His book kindness, clarity and compassion is extraordinarily good.
It is a book filled with practical exercises, personal anecdotes, humor, compassion, clarity, and an expansive view of how we can each have a better life. The tibetan book of the dead read by actor richard gere. And on saturday evening they celebrated in style at his mansion in pound ridge, new york. The religion may be very zen but things can get pretty heated over the movie rights. Narrated by kate hardie and featuring susan blakemore, nicholas vreeland and nagaraja. Actor confirms wife alejandra silva, 35, is pregnant as dalai lama blesses her bump. He is the most humble, sensitive, affectionate, attentive, funny, generous man that ive. Listen to unlimited audiobooks on the web, ipad, iphone and android. Richard gere has argued his vocal stance on tibet has cost him hollywood blockbuster roles because the academy is fearful of alienating its burgeoning chinese audience. Its because of richard gere that i became interested in buddhism and the plight of the tibetan people. He founded nycs tibet house, a nonprofit institution devoted to preserving the living culture of tibet. I think the instinct that drew me to zen is the same one that would have taken me to dzogchen. Richard geres path to buddhism world religion news.
Rinpoche takes us through the stages of buddhist practice leading to the joy and freedom of the great perfection, dzogchen. Richard gere and matthieu ricard on happiness lions roar. Feb 05, 2012 everyman profile of actor and buddhist richard gere from 2003. The pair actually first met when alejandra was a little girl as gere. He contributed some of his writing for the book, we are one. They have a son, homer james jigme gere, who was born in february 2000 and is named after geres and lowells fathers, as well as the tibetan name jigme. A celebration of tribal peoples, released in october 2009. The 65 striking photos collected here document geres extensive travels in india, nepal, zanskar. Richard gere explains meditations place in his life youtube. It is a great honour for me to be here, it is my pleasure to be with the sogyal rimpoche here. Richard geres biography richard tiffany gere is a famous american actor, a sex symbol of the 80s and 90s, winner of the golden globe award, a humanitarian activist, known to the wide audience due to the films american gigolo, an officer and a gentleman, pretty woman, final analysis, runaway bride, autumn in new york, chicago, shall we dance, hachi.
Nov 01, 2006 but actor richard gere and the french author and monastic matthieu ricard share a serious commitment to buddhism, and they agree that real, lasting happiness is beyond conditions and circumstances. Chokyi nyima rinpoche, richard gere, random house audio. Despite consistently living the life of a celebrity for the last few decades, richard gere has somehow managed to maintain some form of spiritual enlightenment. Richard gere on buddhism and parenthood film the guardian. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. For the first time for general readers, the dalai lama presents a comprehensive overview of the most important teaching of buddhism. The dalai lama said that he thinks mothers love is the best symbol for love and compassion, because it is totally disinterested. Books by richard gere author of universe in a single atom. The tibetan book of the dead is a classic text of liberation and the practice of preparing for death as a path to recognize the true nature of the mind. Unlike her pretty woman costar, richard gere who got attracted to buddhism, julia roberts got drawn towards hinduism while shooting for eat, pray, love. He was laughing at the idea that i would believe emotions are real. Richard started early as a musician, playing a number of instruments in high school and writing music for high school.
He came to prominence with his role in the film american gigolo, which established him as a leading man and a sex symbol. Apr 21, 2017 richard gere on how buddhism changed his career 21 apr 2017 posted by c barnett ever since his speech against the occupation of tibet during the 93 oscars, the actor has seen a downward spiral. Following is a powerful excerpt from this recording. Richard gere talks about his many years of buddhist practice, his devotion to. Richard gere em danca comigo the book of love por peter. Gere foundation is a nonprofit taxexempt organization incorporated under section 501c3 in the united states. I even listened to the tibetan book of the dead on tape. When buddha left his walled home yard he discovered that life was aging or. Mar 24, 2011 its because of richard gere that i became interested in buddhism and the plight of the tibetan people.
Jun 22, 20 american actor richard gere whose real name is richard tiffany gere, winner of emmy awards and golden globes, has another identity in the world of spiritualism, far apart from the rest of the worldly life and fame. He began in films in the 1970s, playing a supporting role in looking for mr. I think what i probably would have been drawn to instinctively was dzogchen the great perfection teachings of the nyingma school. Gere says love, dont hate, the terrorists abc news. They held this lively, insightful conversation on the true nature of happiness at new york citys 92nd street y. Richard geres indianinspired fairy tale wedding rediff. The book includes basic information on tibetan buddhism such as dharma teachings, how to overcome emotions like anger, hatred and jealousy and information regarding interpretation of scriptures as well as hh the dalai lamas usual brand of cheeky humour. The world of tibetan buddhism book by dalai lama, thupten.
The pair actually first met when alejandra was a little girl as gere is a family friend. Richard gere says hes been dropped from big hollywood. The couple exchanged vows on gere s ranch outside new york city. The geres musical, methodists were a pretty regular family, and his childhood was. What is less well known is that gere has long been a serious and accomplished photographer. Most of the people who would recognize richard gere s face due to his many memorable movie roles. This translation by chogyam trungpa and francesca fremantle is read by actor richard gere. The wheel of life book by dalai lama, jeffrey hopkins. In this new book, buddhism is again offered to westerners by rinpoche with. Everyman profile of actor and buddhist richard gere from 2003. Gere speaks about what really brings happiness, including a simple happiness practice that we can all try. Listen to emotional awareness audiobook by dalai lama, paul. Actor richard gere was raised as catholic, later he took. Richard gere on how buddhism changed his career 21 apr 2017 posted by c barnett ever since his speech against the occupation of tibet during the 93 oscars, the actor has seen a.
Pilgrim by richard gere meet your next favorite book. Interesting facts about richard gere just fun facts. Quotations by richard gere, american actor, born august 31, 1949. He is involved with amnesty international, human rights watch and the aids research alliance. In a new interview with the hollywood reporter, actor and buddhist richard gere opens up about how his outspoken defense of tibet has affected his.
Designed both for people new to meditation and those with long experience, open heart, open mind is a treasure trove of wisdom and love. Richard gere 14th dalai lama buddha buddhism tibetan buddhism american tours world religions lamas successful people good looking men dalai lamas north american tour the dalai lama presents actor richard gere with a khata during the international campaign for tibet 2009 light of truth award in washington, wednesday, oct. He went on to star in many wellreceived films, including an officer and a gentleman, the cotton club, pretty woman, sommersby, primal fear, runaway bride, im not there, arbitrage and norman. His teachings showed that elaborate rituals and temples are nothing without the inner drive to find spiritual liberation. The book of love peter gabriel shall we dance youtube. Dec 14, 2002 gere grew up in syracuse, new york, the second of five children born to an insurance salesman and a housewife. Deeply versed in both the practical and philosophical disciplines of tibetan buddhism, he is beloved by students around the world for his accessible style, his generous and selfdeprecating humor, and his deeply personal, compassionate insight into human.
I had nott realized this version came out in 2007 so i am hoping this one will be equal to the previous one. Listen to emotional awareness by dalai lama,paul ekman, ph. Rinpoches book has just been released as an audiobook with an inspiring narration by richard gere. Richard gere and alejandra silva celebrate marriage at ny. The bride wore a offwhite gown with a lace bodice and golden bangles alejandra converted to to buddhism and moved to new york. Not only has he spent a lot of time in the far east, exploring many forms of buddhism, he has also worked with the dalai lama in an effort to advocate human rights in tibet. Narrated by kate hardie directed by asif zubairy features susan blakemore. American actor richard gere whose real name is richard tiffany gere, winner of emmy awards and golden globes, has another identity in the world of spiritualism, far apart from the rest of the worldly life and fame. Richard gere and alejandra silvas photos from their. May 22, 2016 gere also met 14th dalai lama, became his active supporter and a follower of the gelugpa school of tibetan buddhism. Richard gere is one of the more outspokenly religious celebrities, and his religion of choice is buddhism. Im in kind of a unique position in that i do have some cash in my foundation, so im able to offer some front money to various groups to help them get projects started.
He said, see if you can get them to love and respect an insect, something. With richard gere, juliette binoche, flora cross, max minghella. The book of love peter gabriel shall we dance soundtrack. After studying zen for at least five years, richard gere traveled to nepal and hung with tibetan monks. The book of love shall we dance movie soundtrack by peter gabriel with jennifer lopez, richard gere, susan sarandon. Gere has been practicing buddhism dharma almost daily since. Richard gere is always watching the mind beliefnet. Goodbar 1977 and a starring role in days of heaven 1978. David emery is an internet folklore expert, and debunker of urban legends, hoaxes, and popular misconceptions. In this 1999 interview, richard gere talks about his many years of buddhist practice, his devotion to his teacher the dalai lama, and his work for tibetan. Humanitarian and actor richard gere was born on august 31, 1949, in philadelphia, the second of five children of doris ann tiffany, a homemaker, and homer george gere, an insurance salesman, both mayflower descendants. Two leading thinkers engage in a landmark conversation about human emotions and the pursuit of psychological fulfillment.
The 65 striking photos collected here document gere s extensive travels in india, nepal, zanskar, and tibet. The following is the transcript of the lecture delivered by actor richard gere on buddhism in the west and my personal experience at manan kendra in gangtok on april 26. The following people are all converts to buddhism, sorted alphabetically by family name. He is a longtime supporter of human rights, aids research, and prisoners rights. I hadnt even considered that as a possibilityi just wanted outso the idea that you could be here and be out at the same time. Narrated by kate hardie directed by asif zubairy features susan blakemore, nicholas vreeland and nagaraja. Sponsoring dharma books is important to metranslation, publishingbut i think the most important thing i can do is help sponsor teachings. Actor richard gere was raised as catholic, later he took up buddhism and was much publicised.
Richard gere captivated audiences starring in a long list of films including an officer and a gentleman, pretty woman, chicago, and many more. This is a truly inspiring book for all practitioners. Gere was raised in a methodist home and studied philosophy in his short lived college stint. Gere suggests zen mind, beginners mind to anybody interested in pursuing zen and buddhism.
The central topics treated here in traditional fashion are absolutely fundamental in buddhist thought. But one thing is that i have truly generated respect and love for dharma. Alejandra even converted to buddhism for gere credit. He came to prominence with his role in the film american gigolo 1980, which established him as a leading man and a sex symbol. What people dream of achieving the success that actor richard gere attained, which includes fame, fortune, the love of millions. Loved the simplicity of this book and the gradual path that unfolds within it. Born in 1966 in nubri, nepal, tsoknyi rinpoche is one of the most renowned teachers of tibetan buddhism trained outside of tibet. Richard gere talks about his many years of buddhist practice, his devotion to his teacher the dalai lama, and his work for tibetan freedom. He now religiously practises buddhism and is a pure vegetarian now.
Richard gere on how buddhism changed his career world. He also refers many people to kindness, clarity and compassion by his holiness the dalai lama. Power of essence love rinpoche, tsoknyi, gere, richard on. The dalai lamas expositionthorough, gentle and precisereflects the depth and breadth of his training, communicating the living quality of. Richard gere, 69, cradles baby son alexander as he enjoys. In november 2002, he married model and actress carey lowell. Rinpoche emphasizes the necessity of embracing the truths of impermanence and dependent origination as the sources of our future enlightenment. Richard gere em danca comigo the book of love por peter gabriel. The original book cd set of this came out in 1975 narrated by richard gere and was consistently popular until it went out of print. And ultimately, thats what gave buddhism the wind it needed to become one of the biggest religions in the world. They had all the romance of a good novel, so you could really bury yourself in them, but at the same time, they offered the possibility that you could live here and be free at the same time.
Richard tiffany gere is an american actor and producer. The existence of the soul or self, which is central. Narrator richard gere view larger richard gere is an internationally renowned film actor, dedicated social activist, and committed philanthropist. In 2012, he relinquished political authority in his exile government and turned it over to democratically elected representatives. The tibetan book of the dead audio by richard gere youtube. Jan 10, 2017 the tibetan book of the dead audio by richard gere youtube. I love the way it brings fresh insight into spiritual truisms like having a kind heart, haha. The dalai lama is richard gere s teacher i suppose its a sign of our current cynicism that we find it hard to believe celebrities can also be serious people.
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