The long-awaited wedding between Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and journalist Lauren Sanchez takes place June 26-28, 2025 in Venice, Italy.
With an estimated budget of between 40 and 48 million euros, the event has been described as the “wedding of the century” and has generated both admiration and criticism for its impact on the city.
A high-profile guest list
The ceremony brings together some 200-250 personalities from the world of entertainment, fashion, politics and technology. Confirmed attendees include:
Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King, close friends of the couple.
Kim Kardashian, Khloé Kardashian, Kris Jenner, Kendall Jenner and Kylie Jenner, members of the Kardashian-Jenner clan.
Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner, U.S. political figures.
Leonardo DiCaprio and his partner, Italian model Vittoria Ceretti.
Orlando Bloom, British actor.
Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft.
Queen Rania of Jordan.
Tom Brady, former American soccer player.
Diane von Fürstenberg and Barry Diller, leading fashion and media figures.
Wedding celebrations and details
The wedding takes place in several iconic locations in Venice:
The main ceremony takes place in the basilica of San Giorgio Maggiore.
The reception includes a masked ball at the historic Venice Arsenal.
Guests receive gifts such as Venetian sweets and Murano glass goblets.
Lauren Sanchez wears 27 different dresses during the festivities, including a wedding dress designed exclusively by Oscar de la Renta.
Controversy and local protests
The magnitude of the event has provoked protests in Venice.
Groups such as “No Space for Bezos” criticize the privatization of public spaces and the environmental impact of the event.
Local authorities have implemented strict security measures and have defended the wedding by arguing economic benefits for the city.
Instead of receiving gifts, the couple has asked guests to make donations to organizations dedicated to the preservation and promotion of Venice, such as the UNESCO office in the city and the International University for research projects.
Las propuestas por la boda del año no se han hecho esperar ante la llegada de todas las figuras internacionales que acompañarán a Jeff Bezos y Lauren Sánchez
There will be controversy over Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez’s marriage.
Buzzy
The wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez stands out for its luxury and exclusivity, but it has also generated debate about the impact of private events in historic cities like Venice.
While some celebrate the couple’s union and the economic benefits for the city, others criticize the ostentation and possible damage to the cultural and environmental heritage.
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