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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Paul Simon's Daughter Blasts Richard Gere for Selling Her Childhood Home to Developers
Lulu Simon, the daughter of singer Paul Simon, is blasting Richard Gere for selling her childhood mansion to developers, who plan to demolish it. 'Just in case anyone was wondering if I still hate Richard Gere – I do!' Lulu, 30, posted on Instagram. She claims the Pretty Woman actor, 75, who bought the estate for $10.8 million in 2022, 'promised he would take care of the land as [a] condition of his purchase. Proceeded to never actually move in & just sold it to a developer as 9 separate plots. I hope my dead pets buried in that backyard haunt you until you descend into a slow and unrelenting madness.' It's not clear what Gere, who moved to Spain to be near his wife Alejandra's family, promised. Solve the daily Crossword
Miami Herald
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
‘American Gigolo' inspired the ‘alluring' interior of this CA house for sale
When a home stands out because of its unique and flawless architecture in an already breathtaking setting, you know its something extraordinary. A California property that was once just an idea on the silver screen has landed on the real estate market in San Francisco's Dolores Heights neighborhood, and it's certainly something to behold. 'While fans of the 1980's film, 'American Gigolo,' were introduced to a sexy new star in Richard Gere, interior designer Kevin Sawyers and his partner, software engineer Peter Steinauer, were taken by the alluring interior design of Gere's character's apartment,' a news release about the residence said. The film is a crime drama centering on a high-end escort falling in love with a politician's wife, and it launched the stardom of Gere. His chic apartment almost plays a character all its own in the film, which inspired Sawyers and Steinauer. 'I was thinking about making ourselves look and feel as good in this house as we could, much the way the sets in 'American Gigilo' flattered Richard Gere,' Sawyers said in the release. 'I wanted to create this set that was for us, for me and Pete.' With three bedrooms and three bathrooms, the home is listed for $6.8 million. Features in and around the 3,174-square-foot residence, per the listing on Compass, include: Massive windowsMetal exteriors'Cedar-clad garage'City viewsPatioFirepitLED lightningSliding glass doorsChef's kitchenFlex level 'While this home is a breathtaking showcase property, the true genius lies in all the invisible and thoughtful details that make the home a delight for every day life in the city,' listing agent Matt Fuller said in the release. The home has been featured in numerous publications including the New York Times, the release noted.
News.com.au
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Richard Gere slammed over broken promise to preserve home
Music legend Paul Simon's daughter has lashed out at Richard Gere for selling her childhood home to real estate developers — who are now demolishing the historic property. Singer Lulu Simon, 30, took to Instagram to share some strong words for the 'Pretty Woman' star. 'Just in case anyone was wondering if I still hate Richard Gere – I do! 'He bought my childhood home, promised he would take care of the land as condition of his purchase proceeded to never actually move in & just sold it to a developer as 9 separate plots,' she claimed, according to People as reported by Fox News. 'Hate! Him!' Lulu concluded while attaching a screenshot of an article showing Gere's latest real estate venture. In a second Instagram story, Lulu wrote, 'I hope my dead pets buried in that backyard haunt you until you descend into a slow and unrelenting madness'. The text was written above a photo of Gere with photos of cats and dogs surrounding the 'Chicago' actor. According to records, Simon purchased the home in 2002 for $US16.5 million ($A25 million) — three years before he and his wife, Edie Brickell, welcomed daughter Lulu. The singer-songwriter first listed the property for a whopping $US13.9 million ($A21.1 million). Gere purchased the home in 2022 for $US10.8 million ($A16.4 million) and originally planned to turn a large portion of its expansive grounds into a farm. The Golden Globe winner and his wife, Alejandra Silva, sold the Simon property in October 2024 for $US10.75 million ($A16.4 million). In May, news surfaced that the home was scheduled for demolition to create room for the nine-plot real estate venture. The news of the reported demolition came after the Geres moved to Spain. Alejandra is from there and wished to be closer to family. 'For me, going to Madrid is going to be a great adventure because I have never lived full time outside the United States,' the 75-year-old told Vanity Fair Spain. 'And I think it will also be very interesting for my children. For Alejandra, it will be wonderful to be closer to her family, her lifelong friends and her culture. 'She was very generous in giving me six years living in my world, so I think it's fair that I give her at least six others living in hers. In any case, I love Spain and I think your lifestyle is fabulous. Also, your ability to live, transmitting joy and happiness. 'It is a beautiful place, the food is extraordinary and people exude sensitivity and generosity, as well as a strong will to laugh and enjoy. So I'm looking forward to going there.' After relocating at the end of 2024, Silva expressed an interest in returning to the US at the 2025 Gala: Carnaval in New York City. 'For a few years [we'll live in Spain], and then come back. But we're always coming back,' she said, referring to her sons Alexander, 5, and James, 4. 'We'll come back here in the summer because we have the kids at camp. We just have to balance our lives there and here,' she continued. After years of living in New York City, the couple decided to move to Spain. 'I'm with my family … I missed them a lot. But I miss the US So we come back and forth,' she told the outlet.
Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Paul Simon's Daughter Slams Richard Gere for Selling Her $11 Million Childhood Home to Developer Who Plans To Demolish It
Singing sensation Paul Simon's daughter has lashed out at Hollywood actor Richard Gere over his decision to sell her childhood home in Connecticut to a property developer—who has since revealed plans to demolish the historic property. Lulu Simon, 30, took to Instagram to blast Gere, 75, in a series of posts, claiming that the 'Pretty Woman' star had 'promised' to 'take care' of the property when he first bought it in 2022—only to 'never actually move in.' 'Just in case anyone was wondering if I still hate Richard Gere—I do!' she wrote alongside a picture of herself flashing a peace sign at the camera. 'He bought my childhood home,' she went on. 'Promised he would take care of the land as [a] condition of his purchase. Proceeded to never actually move in and just sold it to a developer as nine separate plots. 'Hate! Him!' she concluded the post, which also featured a news story about Gere's latest real estate deal. Lulu then continued her tirade with a rather eerie warning for Gere, sharing an image of the actor surrounded by photos of her late pets, while writing: 'I hope my dead pets buried in that backyard haunt you until you descend into a slow and unrelenting madness.' Both posts were deleted around 18 hours after they were first posted. The real estate deal at the center of Lulu's furious rant saw Gere—who relocated to Spain at the end of 2024 with his wife, Alejandra Gere, and their children—selling the New Canaan mansion to SBP Homes for $10.75 million in November 2024, around the same time he moved to Europe. Months later, it was revealed that SBP Homes was planning to tear down the existing six-bedroom mansion, which was built in 1938 and sits on a stunning 32-acre plot, in order to make way for a nine-plot subdivision. revealed in May that Hudson Valley House Parts of Newburgh, NY, had been called in to salvage historic parts of the brick Colonial ahead of the demolition, with the company's founder, Reggie Young, noting that they had manage to save several historic parts of the property, including two steel nautical-motif, midcentury bay windows; a limestone mantel; and a marble mantel. Gere purchased the home from the 'Mrs. Robinson' crooner and his wife, Edie Brickell, in the summer of 2022 and had originally planned to turn a large portion of its expansive grounds into a farm, according to details shared during a local planning and zoning commission meeting in 2023. But in April, those plans seemed to have been put on hold when Gere told Vanity Fair Spain that he wanted to relocate his entire family to the European country so that his Spanish-born wife could be closer to her family. 'It is a beautiful place, the food is extraordinary and the people exude sensitivity and generosity, as well as a strong will to laugh and enjoy,' he told the outlet. 'I'm looking forward to going there. 'For Alejandra, it will be wonderful to be closer to her family, her lifelong friends and her culture. She was very generous in giving me six years living in my world, so it is only fair that I give her at least another six living in hers. 'I love Spain and the ability of the Spanish people to live transmitting joy and happiness.' Although Gere did not officially list the home, its original description hailed the property as an 'incomparable retreat' and a 'personal oasis' with 'spectacular grounds.' The main house on the 32-acre property was originally designed by architect Harold R. Sleeper, and it featured five bedrooms, as well as grand formal rooms, 'soaring ceilings,' and beautiful natural light. Before Gere purchased Simon's former home, it has been owned by the singer for 20 years, according to records, which show that he bought it back in 2002 for $16.5 million—three years before he and his wife welcomed daughter Lulu. Gere bought the property from Simon via an LLC—scoring the home for a sizable discount. The property had first been listed by the singer-songwriter for a whopping $13.9 million; however, the actor paid just $10.8 million, records reveal. Despite selling the Simon property, Gere has previously revealed that he and his wife planned to retain a residence in the U.S., telling Vanity Fair Spain that they owned a dwelling 'in the countryside near New York,' although he did not specify where. Over the years, Gere has bought and sold numerous homes in the greater New York area, offloading a 50-acre Westchester estate for $28 million back in May 2022. TV-series runner Ryan Murphy was later revealed as the buyer. Six years earlier, he had listed his Hamptons property, a picture-perfect home in Sag Harbor, NY, which was initially listed for $65 million. Two years later, he wed Silva, and the pair have since welcomed two sons together. Gere also has an older son, Homer, now 24, from his marriage to second wife Carey Lowell, while Silva shares a son, Albert, 11, with her ex-spouse, Govind Friedland. Since their big move, Gere has gushed about how much he 'loves' their new life—while also slamming the way in which the U.S. has changed under the leadership of President Donald Trump, leading many to suggest that Gere might never return. However, Silva has since revealed that the couple were never planning to move to Spain permanently, explaining that they were going to be flying back and forth between their new home in Europe and the U.S., before eventually returning to America full-time at some point in the future. 'For a few years [we'll live in Spain], and then come back. But we're always coming back. We'll come back here in the summer because we have the kids at camp. We just have to balance our lives there and here,' she told the Daily Mail. This Housing Market Is on Fire—Even as the Cost of a Single-Family Home Hits Nearly $1 Million New SALT Cap Could Slash Property Tax Pain for Homeowners in These High-Tax States Inside the New Jersey Enclave With 'Small-Town Charm' Where Million-Dollar Homes Incite Bidding Wars and Sell Within Days
Daily Mail
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Pop icon's daughter says her dead pets will haunt Richard Gere for 'breaking promise' on $10million childhood home
Paul Simon's singer daughter has lashed out at actor Richard Gere for selling her $10million childhood home to real estate developers who plan to demolish the 1930s mansion to build a plot of new homes. Lulu Simon, 30, took to Instagram on Tuesday to blast Gere, 75, for allegedly renegging on a promise he made to her family to 'take care of land' when he bought the New Canaan, Connecticut, property from the Simon & Garfunkel musician and his wife Edie Brickell in 2022. 'Just in case anyone was wondering if I still hate Richard Gere – I do!' Lulu wrote in a post in all caps, accompanied by a selfie and a screen shot of a news article about the home being torn down despite backlash from preservationists. She claimed that looking after the land was a 'condition' of Gere's purchase but did not share any further details about the alleged agreement. 'He bought my childhood home,' she continued. 'Promised he would take care of the land as condition of his purchase. Proceeded to never actually move in & just sold it to a developer as nine separate plots… Hate! Him!' In a second post, Lulu issued the Pretty Woman actor a chilling warning. 'I hope my dead pets buried in that backyard haunt you until you descend into a slow and unrelenting madness.' The caption was displayed alongside an old photo of Gere, edited onto a collage depicting some of her late pets. A third post followed, which consisted of a meme of a frog sitting in front of a colorful sky along with the caption, 'Time will put your enemies in the ground.' The posts were eventually deleted around 18 hours after they were published, according to Realtor. A representative for Gere has not yet responded to a request for comment. The Chicago star bought the six-bedroom, seven-bathroom home from Simon and Brickell for $10.8 million, and sold it for $10.75 million in an off-market deal to real estate developers in October 2024. Then, in May, it was revealed the historic home was scheduled for demolition in order to make way for a nine-property development on the site. That news came after Gere and his wife, 42-year-old Spanish publicist Alejandra Gere, relocated to Madrid so the pair and their children could be closer to her family. The couple share sons Alexander, 6, and James, 5. Alejandra is also mom to son, Albert, 11, with ex-husband Govind Friedland, while Gere shares son Homer, 25, with ex-wife Carey Lowell. 'For Alejandra, it will be wonderful to be closer to her family, her lifelong friends and her culture,' Gere told Vanity Fair Spain in April 2024. 'She was very generous in giving me six years living in my world, so it is only fair that I give her at least another six living in here.' Alejandra later shared they plan on moving back to the US in a 'few years.' Like Gere, Paul Simon also made a loss when he sold the property. The Sound of Silence troubadour bought the home with Brickell in 2002 for $16.5million, according to Town & Country. They attempted to sell the Georgian-style estate in 2019 for $13.9million but a buyer was not forthcoming. The asking price fluctuated for the next three years before Gere purchased the 31.8 acre plot in 2022. Gere had originally sought to convert the majority of the land into a farm. During a 2023 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, Gere's lawyer David Rucci assured the commission that the historical property would not be turned into commercial real estate. 'I have received phone calls from four or five neighbors [who were] very concerned… if this was going to be some sort of big commercial operation, and it's really not,' Rucci said at the time, according to the N ew Canaan Advertiser. 'The owners… they both have grown up on farms, they're very interested in farms and teaching their kids about farms…so this is really important to them.' Although the property is now destined for demolition, salvage experts from York-based Hudson Valley House Parts have worked to extract some of the home's architectural gems to be repurposed. The company shared an Instagram Reel in May, showing off the sprawling property and some of the historic elements they were able to save. 'For the past month we have been fascinated by this estate as our team has been working on location salvaging many architectural elements,' the company wrote. 'Formerly owned by Richard Gere who purchased the property from Paul Simon and Edie Brickell, this 1930s home is scheduled for demolition with the intention of dividing the 32 acres into nine large lots.' The lots will range between 2.2 and 4.8 acres. They will be sold empty, giving buyers the chance to build their dream homes from the ground up, CT Insider reported.
