Thousands of Tibetan Buddhists were joined by a Hollywood star in India's Himalayan town of Dharamshala on Sunday to celebrate the 90th birthday of the Dalai Lama. The hilltop temples echoed with chants, while dance troupes performed with clanging cymbals and bagpipes.

Actor Richard Gere attended the 14th Dalai Lama's 90th birthday celebrations in Dharamshala. In a heartfelt moment, the Hollywood star was seen receiving blessings from the Tibetan spiritual leader.

Hollywood actor and practicing Buddhist Richard Gere paid tribute to the Dalai Lama at his 90th birthday celebrations in Dharamshala, India on Sunday (6 July). Receiving blessings from the Dalai Lama in person, Gere respectfully kissed his hands and bowed down before making a speech.