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Richard Gere joins Dalai Lama's 90th birthday celebrations

Richard Gere joins Dalai Lama's 90th birthday celebrations

Summary

Thousands of Tibetan Buddhists, along with actor Richard Gere, celebrated the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday in Dharamshala, India. Gere, a supporter of the Dalai Lama, spoke at the event, expressing happiness and admiration for the Dalai Lama's selflessness before embracing him.

Key Facts

  • The event took place in Dharamshala, a town in the Himalayan region of India.
  • The Dalai Lama is a respected leader among Tibetan Buddhists and is known for promoting peace.
  • Celebrations included chanting, dance performances, and music with cymbals and bagpipes.
  • Richard Gere, a famous actor and follower of the Dalai Lama, attended the event.
  • Gere gave a speech praising the Dalai Lama for his selfless qualities.
  • The Dalai Lama turned 90 years old.
  • Gere embraced and showed respect to the Dalai Lama during the celebration.

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