Lulu Simon, daughter of folk legend Paul Simon and Edie Brickell, has publicly rebuked actor Richard Gere for selling her childhood property in Connecticut. Gere, who purchased the 32-acre estate in 2022, later offloaded it to developers for subdivision into nine separate lots—despite an alleged promise to preserve the land.
Expressing her outrage on Instagram, Simon emphasized her emotional connection to the home and criticized Gere for going back on his word. She became particularly passionate referencing her late pets buried on the grounds, saying they would “haunt” the new owner—a vivid symbol of her personal loss.
Gere, who relocated to Spain in 2024 with his wife and children, quietly sold the property for a slight loss. The estate, originally purchased by Paul Simon in 2002, has since been demolished with plans to build multiple residences in its place.
The exchange highlights strained ties over shifting property use, raising questions about preservation promises and emotional bonds to heritage homes. As the development proceeds, Simon’s impassioned appeal throws into sharp relief the tensions between private ownership and legacy stewardship.