Richard Gere, 76, spotted filming new romantic drama with much-younger onscreen love interest Diana Silvers, 28

Richard Gere and Diana Silvers were seen holding hands as they walked through a New York City park while filming 'Asymmetry.' Gere appeared focused with a calm expression, while Silvers smiled warmly beside him, adding to the intimate feel of the scene. Gere wore a light mint button-down shirt with rolled-up sleeves, blue jeans, and brown leather loafers. Silvers opted for a cream sleeveless midi dress adorned with a red, brown, and blue floral print, styled with black loafers and a black shoulder bag, giving her look an effortless, understated charm.

Photos captured in a New York City park showed Richard Gere and Diana Silvers deeply engaged in conversation. In one moment, Gere rested his arm behind Silvers as the pair sat closely together on a park bench. The film is based on Lisa Halliday's 2018 novel of the same name, which follows a romance between a 70-year-old author and a young editorial assistant. Following the release of the set photos, some social media users questioned the significant age gap between the characters, with several arguing that such relationships should not be romanticized. Others speculated that Silvers should be portraying Gere's daughter or granddaughter rather than his love interest.

Richard Gere's on-screen role in 'Asymmetry' echoes aspects of his personal life. The 76-year-old actor is married to Spanish publicist Alejandra Silva, 43, who is 33 years younger than him. The couple, who were family friends before reconnecting years later, tied the knot in 2018 and share two sons, Alexander, 7, and James, 6. Oscar-winning filmmaker Edward Zwick who is directing and writing the film, has described it as a romance that explores how an unconventional relationship can transcend perceived differences and ultimately be defined by love.

Richard Gere has rarely focused on the age gap in his daily life with partner Alejandra Silva. Silva told PEOPLE she “honestly doesn't even notice the age difference,” joking that he has more energy than she does. Meanwhile, Gere believes that what truly matters is “love and affection,” not status or power. Meanwhile, Lisa Halliday’s ’Asymmetry’ was hailed by The New Yorker as “a literary phenomenon,” while The New York Times included it among the “15 remarkable books by women that are shaping the way we read and write fiction in the 21st century.”

In a 2019 interview with British Vogue, Diana Silvers reflected on how acting allows her to tap into deeper emotional truths and better understand herself through the characters she portrays. The actress revealed that she is particularly attracted to layered female roles and narratives that "pull at me in my gut," describing an instinctive connection to stories that challenge and move her. Silvers has also spoken about her commitment to bringing originality to every performance, carefully learning and analyzing her material while steering clear of imitating other actors.