Richard’s commitment to fatherhood, particularly with his younger sons, shows his focus on privacy and family values. The experiences of his three sons highlight these priorities and demonstrate how Richard has managed the various phases of being a parent.

Before becoming a biological father, Richard stepped into the role of a stepfather when he married Carey Lowell, an actress known for her role in “Law & Order,” in the early 2000s. Carey had a daughter, Hannah Dunne, from her previous marriage to actor Griffin Dunne.

Richard embraced this role wholeheartedly and later reflected on the experience, saying, “Being a step-father was an easy ride.” This early chapter helped shape his views on parenting, easing any initial fears he may have had about fatherhood.

Richard’s willingness to take on the responsibilities of a stepfather marked an essential shift in his personal life. Notably, his first marriage to supermodel Cindy Crawford in the 1990s ended without children.

He overcame what he once described as “a guy fear” and embraced parenthood. The experience he shared with Hannah as a stepfather laid the groundwork for how Richard would later approach parenting his biological children.

Richard’s journey as a biological father began in 2000 with the birth of his first son, Homer James Jigme Gere. At the time, Richard was 50 years old and in a long-term relationship with Carey (Homer’s mom).

The couple was together for several years before marrying in 2002, eventually separating in 2013 and finalizing their divorce in 2016. Homer’s birth came after Richard had returned home from the set of “Dr. T and the Women,” where he played an obstetrician.

Shortly after Homer’s birth, Richard expressed his joy by calling his father (Homer’s grandfather) to share the news. According to his father, Richard’s voice conveyed excitement and happiness. “It was very sweet — and it made me feel good,” shared Richard’s dad when the actor told him the baby’s name.

This father-son bond also influenced many of Richard’s career decisions. In an interview from 2015, he disclosed that while he mostly chose film roles on his own, he made sure not to be away from Homer for extended periods.

“If I have to be away for long, I talk to him about it, and if there is a problem, I don’t take up the project. Your family is more important than anything,” emphasized the doting dad.

As indicated on his LinkedIn profile, Homer attended Hackley School in Tarrytown, New York. He later pursued higher education at Brown University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and visual art in May 2024.

Over the years, their relationship has highlighted Richard’s dedication to fatherhood and showcases the “Runaway Bride” talent’s ability to balance his career with his role as a parent.

Welcoming His Youngest Sons — Embracing Fatherhood Again

Almost two decades after the birth of his first child, Richard embraced fatherhood again, this time with his wife, Alejandra Silva.

Alejandra, who, like her husband, has a son named Albert Friedland from her previous marriage to Govind Friedland, has been steadfast in maintaining a level of seclusion around their family life.

Although the news she shared was initially concerning, Alejandra reassured fans of her husband’s recovery. “He is feeling much better today! The worst has already passed,” she wrote.

Despite his Hollywood fame, Richard, who is now 75, consistently prioritizes family over his career, safeguarding his children’s privacy and treasuring their time together.