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Richard Gere turns 73! Pretty Woman star cuts a youthful figure in NYC

Richard Gere turns 73! The Pretty Woman star cuts a youthful and relaxed figure as he is pictured in NYC a day before his birthday

His heartthrob days stretch back decades after wowing audiences as the lead in 1980’s American Gigolo, and it seems Richard Gere can still swoon his fan base.

On Tuesday, the Pretty Woman actor was seen sporting an impressively youthful and laid-back figure as he showed up in New York City a day before his 73rd birthday.

The silver-haired star looked stunning in a casual tee, canvas pants and trainers, all smiling for the cameras after having lunch with a pal.

Despite being of retirement age, Richard remains as busy in his career and personal life as ever, with two major film projects currently in the pipeline.

Taking it easy: Richard Gere was pictured having lunch in New York City the day before his 73rd birthday on Tuesday afternoon

Taking it easy: Richard Gere was pictured having lunch in New York City the day before his 73rd birthday on Tuesday afternoon

The actor is currently appearing in upcoming romantic comedy Maybe I Do.

The film follows a young couple who turns to their respective parents to ask them about the trials and tribulations of marriage.

Alongside Gere, the film will showcase the talents of an ensemble cast that includes the likes of Emma Roberts, William H. Macy and Diane Keaton.

Comfortable clothing: Gere kept it casual in a gray t-shirt, dark pants and a pair of New Balance trainers while enjoying himself

Comfortable clothing: Gere kept it casual in a gray t-shirt, dark pants and a pair of New Balance trainers while enjoying himself

Keeping busy: The performer is currently set to star in upcoming romantic comedy Maybe I Do

Keeping busy: The performer is currently set to star in upcoming romantic comedy Maybe I Do

Director Michael Jacobs, who also wrote the project’s screenplay, issued a statement to Deadline in which he expressed that he was thrilled to have worked with the actors and actresses appearing in the film.

“I have to watch this incredible cast play characters. I think people will love to see them play,” he said.

The filmmaker further elaborated on the themes of the upcoming film.

“The difficult decisions they have to make about what could be the best rest of their lives is something that I hope will resonate deeply with audiences,” he said.

Future Feature: The Maybe I Do release date has not yet been revealed to the public

Future Feature: The Maybe I Do release date has not yet been revealed to the public

Perhaps the release date of I Do hasn’t been revealed to the public yet.

Gere and Keaton will also star in another romantic comedy called The Making Of.

The couple’s involvement in the project was revealed in 2020 when Deadline indicated that Blake Lively and Lin-Manuel Miranda would be appearing alongside the pair.

The film centers on two filmmakers whose already unraveling relationship becomes even more complicated as they begin work on a film centered on their romance.

According to media reports, production should have started last spring.

On the way: According to media reports, production should have started last spring;  Gere can be seen earlier this month

On the way: According to media reports, production should have started last spring; Gere can be seen earlier this month

Gere was recently announced as the buyer of Paul Simon’s 8,800-square-foot mansion in New Canaan, Connecticut.

According to the New York Post, the actor bought the property last month for $10.8 million.

The media outlet pointed out that the actor acquired the mansion for nearly $3 million below the asking price.

It was also reported that the property had been on the market for three years before the actor made his purchase.

New location: Gere was recently announced as the buyer of Paul Simon's 8,800-square-foot mansion in New Canaan, Connecticut

New location: Gere was recently announced as the buyer of Paul Simon’s 8,800-square-foot mansion in New Canaan, Connecticut