It's been over three decades since Julia Roberts and Richard Gere lit up the screen as Vivian Ward and Edward Lewis in the iconic film "Pretty Woman." But even after all these years, their friendship continues to flourish. Despite their busy schedules, the two remain close, with Julia, now 51, sending a thoughtful baby gift to Richard, 69, and his wife Alejandra Silva after the birth of their son just a few weeks ago. It's moments like these that remind us just how special their bond truly is.
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While Julia and Richard may not cross paths as often as they'd like, their connection runs deep. A source close to the pair told Closer Weekly, "Julia sent him tons of presents for the baby." Their friendship was further strengthened during a recent get-together in New York City, where Julia, her husband Danny Moder, and the Geres enjoyed quality time together. "Julia met Alejandra with Danny on one of their trips to NYC. Everyone got along swimmingly," the source added. It's clear that the chemistry they shared on-screen has seamlessly translated into a genuine and lasting friendship off-screen.
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Back when "Pretty Woman" was filmed, Julia was just 21 years old, fresh-faced, and relatively new to the world of show business. Richard, on the other hand, was already an established star. Yet, from the moment they met, their chemistry was undeniable. As director Garry Marshall once remarked, "You can fake anything in this business except chemistry. When two people kiss, the audience knows if there’s chemistry or not, and Richard and Julia had great chemistry." Their on-screen connection was so powerful that it carried over into real life, forming the foundation of a friendship that has endured for decades.
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Julia and Richard's relationship wasn't just a professional one. Off-screen, they developed a mutual respect and admiration for each other. During the filming of "Pretty Woman," Richard was incredibly supportive of Julia, helping her feel at ease in the high-pressure world of Hollywood. As Garry Marshall once recalled, "Richard was very kind because Julia was new. Richard was very comfortable and put Julia at ease." It's no surprise, then, that their friendship has endured over the years.
Interestingly, it was Julia who convinced Richard to take on the role of Edward Lewis in "Pretty Woman." At the time, the production team was struggling to find the right actor for the part. During a dinner with director Garry Marshall, Julia made her case directly to Richard. "I just said, 'You have to do this movie.' I kind of pleaded with him in a very real way," she later recalled. Her persistence paid off, and the rest, as they say, is cinematic history.
