Long before Will Smith’s infamous slap incident, Richard Gere landed in Oscars hot water. In a recent interview with Variety published Dec. 3, Gere, 76, spoke out about his feelings about his 20-year ...

Richard Gere sparked controversy after advocating for Tibetan independence at the 1993 Academy Awards. The American Gigolo star previously said that he was "banned" from the Oscars. However, ...

In an interview with Variety published Dec. 3, Richard Gere spoke out about his feelings about his 20-year ban from the Academy Awards. “I didn’t take it particularly personally,” the “Pretty Woman” ...

Richard Gere was banned from the Academy Awards for 20 years after advocating for Tibetan independence when he presented at the 1993 ceremony. Gere said he didn't take the ban personally and didn't ...

Actor Richard Gere offered a rare remark about his nearly 20-year absence from the Oscars during an interview with Variety Wednesday, telling the outlet he was rather unfazed by the academy's decision ...

Richard Gere recently discussed his long absence from Hollywood’s biggest awards night and shared how he processed the fallout. In a new interview with Variety published Dec. 3, 2025, the actor ...

Richard Gere has finally acknowledged being banned from the Academy Awards for 20 years. Gere, 76, spoke with Variety on Wednesday, December 3, about the period of time when he wasn't allowed to ...