Best and WORST dressed celebs at Lauren Sanchez and Jeff Bezos' wedding extravaganza in Venice
is set to wed Amazon tycoon Jeff Bezos on Friday in Venice, Italy, in what's being dubbed the wedding of the year - with the couple set to exchange vows in front of a crowd of 200 A-listers.
The lovebirds are hosting a multi-day-long extravaganza of celebrations which kicked off with a foam party on Bezos' $500 million superyacht.
They are said to have rented out a number of places in the Italian city to celebrate the lavish nuptials.
An insider told Daily Mail last week that San Georgio Maggiore island is 'off-limits to visitors' from June 24 to June 29.
The original plan was for a huge party at the Scuola Grande della Misericordia on Saturday night but it has now been moved to another venue in the Arsenale area of the city, according to local media.
The guests list is star-studded, and includes Kim Kardashian, Ivanka Trump, Tom Brady and a now-single Orlando Bloom.
Ivanka was already seen arriving with her husband, Jared Kushner, and their three children Tuesday in the Italian city - as well as fashion mogul Diane von Furstenberg.
So, as the historic weekend commences, here is FEMAIL's take on best and worst dressed guests:
BEST DRESSED
Tom Brady looked especially handsome on Thursday as he kept things simple and casual-cool in a white button-down dress shirt and black pants. He wore a pair of black sunglasses to protect his eyes from the Venice heat, and draped a khaki-colored blazer around his arm. His appearance at the wedding comes just a few months after his ex-wife, Gisele Bündchen, welcomed a baby with partner Joaquim Valente
WORST DRESSED
Kim Kardashian didn't seem to be following the summer wedding theme as she stepped out in a curve-hugging, snakeskin dress with bedazzled straps and a lace-up detailing at the bust. She wore a dark smokey eye and a large cocktail ring, bringing the look together with her super long pink nails
Too casual? Kendall Jenner kept things quite simple in what appeared to be a vintage spring 2002 Roberto Cavalli dress, which featured a halter neckline and a pink and orange floral motif. It also included details of an angel at the skirt. Kendall kept things easy with minimal accessories
Not our favorites! Both of these looks missed the mark, as she sported a very bridal-esque Oscar de la Renta dress on Thursday night and a two-piece set while arriving in Venice Tuesday. When she arrived to the Italian city with her family, she put on a whopping $1,170 crop-top and skirt set from designer La DoubleJ. The outfit was complete with red embroidery, but the skirt seemed to hit her at an awkward length. She also seemed to channel her inner bride in a tweed Oscar de la Renta dress Thursday, complete with floral applique
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Daily Mail
an hour ago
- Daily Mail
Jeff Bezos' wife Lauren Sanchez slammed as 'tacky' by Katie Couric on WEDDING DAY in nasty social media post
Katie Couric both shocked and delighted her fans when she lobbed a nasty comment at Jeff Bezos ' new bride Lauren Sánchez. The confrontationally timed post — which she made on Bezos and Sánchez's wedding day — accused the Amazon billionaire's second wife of being 'tacky.' The 68-year-old television journalist weighed in on the last confrontational post from Jack Schlossberg, a writer famous for being the nephew of John F. Kennedy Jr. and the daughter of Caroline Kennedy. Schlossberg — who has repeatedly feuded with his cousin Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over his controversial work as the President Donald Trump 's Secretary of Health and Human Services — appeared to have poked fun at Bezos and Sánchez over the wedding celebration in Venice, Italy, in recent days. On Friday, he reposted the cover of Vogue, which featured the 55-year-old journalist in her opulent white lace wedding gown. 'Like I said … vogue,' he captioned the magazine cover, which read 'Here comes the bride!' in celebratory text. Katie said the wedding looked straight out of the 1980s and reeked of 'conspicuous consumption,' adding, 'Apparently tacky is back' In the photo, Sánchez beamed ear to ear in the wedding dress, which featured lacy floral sleeves and a figure-hugging bodice with a high neckline. It had a skirt with paisley and floral lace designs that was cut close over her hips before fanning out at the knee. It featured a long white train behind her, and her sheer veil also dragged behind her to create a second layer. In her comment, Couric snapped: 'Welcome to the eighties — when big hair and conspicuous consumption ruled. Apparently tacky is back.' Schlossberg played off Couric's '80s-themed comment and suggested in a reply: 'Let's bring back scrunchies.' Other Instagram users in the replies ate up Couric's catty comment, with one person gushing, 'I love this side of Katie Couric!' Another simply wrote 'love you' after a string of tears-of-laughter emojis. 'Spot on! 👏 "Money can't buy you class..😂," agreed another fan. '💣💥'I am here for this kind of commentary ❤️,' added one poster. Another commenter claimed that Schlossberg were hitting out at the 'greed is good crowd,' referencing Michael Douglas' defense of selfishness from Oliver Stone's 1987 classic Wall Street.' Bezos and Sánchez tied the knot in an extravaganza that reportedly cost $20 million and involved the wedding party of wealthy A-listers taking over the entire San Giorgio Maggiore island in Venice. Just minutes after saying 'I do' with Bezos, Sánchez took to Instagram to share a photo of herself and the groom, which she captioned with their wedding date. While he favored a more casual, summery suit on Thursday, Bezos opted for a classic black three-piece tuxedo for his wedding day. More than 200 guests descended on the wedding, and many of them flaunted the extensive work they have had done over the years. Two plastic surgeons — New York City–based Dr. Elie Levin and New Jersey–based Dr. Smita Ramanadham — both spoke exclusively to on Friday about the apparent cosmetic procedures of the high-profile guests, which may have inspired the sentiment behind Couric's snide comment. Bezos and Sánchez have been an item going back to 2019, and it was revealed that they had already legally married prior to the ceremony. Among the celebrity guests at the wedding was a solo Orlando Bloom, who made his debut as a single man just days after he was reported to have split from his longtime fiancée Katy Perry. Although her absence was reportedly due to conflicting tour dates, she shared a sweet message on social media with Sánchez to celebrate her big day. During the wedding celebrations, Orlando raised eyebrows when he was spotted wrapping an arm around a mystery woman. She was later revealed to have a connection to his ex, as she is the former stylist of both Katy and Meghan Markle.
Daily Mail
an hour ago
- Daily Mail
Oprah Winfrey, 71, shows off her Ozempic weight loss in fitted gymwear as she enjoys a workout with Gayle King, 40, and Orlando Bloom, 48, in Venice ahead of Lauren Sanchez and Jeff Bezos' wedding
Oprah Winfrey showed off her slimmed-down figure as she enjoyed a pre-wedding workout with buddies Gayle King and Orlando Bloom in Venice on Friday morning. Ahead of Lauren Sanchez and Jeff Bezos ' ceremony that evening, the guests managed to squeeze in a jog around the cobbled streets. TV personality Oprah, 71, looked incredible as she displayed her weight loss in a fitted blue T-shirt and ribbed leggings. The talk show host - who once topped the scales at 237lbs in 1992 - finally reached her 160lb goal weight in 2023 after undergoing double-knee replacement surgery in 2021. After vehemently denying she had ever taken weight loss drugs, she finally admitted to taking them in a shock interview. Oprah lead the pack of celebrities flaunting much smaller physiques, alongside her best friend Gayle, 70, who has also dropped the pounds. The pair may have been on holiday but they were determined not to let their fitness levels drop She also dressed casually in a blue vest, teamed with a pair of fitted shorts. The duo bumped into Orlando, 48, on their workout, who chatted with the pair before continuing with his run. Earlier in the day the group had enjoyed breakfast at the Gritti Hotel amid the wedding celebrations, which are expected to continue until Sunday. A-list stars have flocked to the romantic city to attend the lavish wedding reveling in the opportunity to parade their slimmer bodies amid the Ozempic trend sweeping Hollywood. Leonardo DiCaprio, 50, looked considerably thinner as he arrived for the celebrations, although his method for recently transforming from tubby to trim remains a mystery. Kim Kardashian, 44, and her sisters also showcased their impossibly small waistlines. Her sister Khloe, 41, also showed off her gym-honed figure into a simple black summer dress as she went shopping with her leopard print clad mother Kris Jenner. But the bride-to-be was not to be outdone - with Sanchez, 55, wearing the most eye-popping corset of all to her pre-wedding party at the Madonna dell Orto cloisters on Thursday night. The talk show host - who once topped the scales at 237lbs in 1992 - finally reached her 160lb goal weight in 2023 after undergoing double-knee replacement surgery in 2021 The TV personality, 71 - who once topped the scales at 237lbs in 1992 - finally reached her 160lb goal weight in 2023 after undergoing double-knee replacement surgery in 2021 The Ozempic wedding! Celebrities including Oprah showed off their skinny waistlines at Lauren Sanchez and Jeff Bezos' wedding extravaganza in Venice on Thursday wearing a Valentino Garavani dress Oprah is pictured in August 2019 before her weight loss Kim Kardashian and bride-to-be Lauren Sanchez showcased their tiny waistlines at the pre-wedding party Suddenly slim Leonardo DiCaprio also revealed his trim new look (left, and right in 2019) The wedding ceremony itself is set to take place on Friday, June 27 - but festivities are already underway in preparation for the big day. Oprah looked more confident than ever at the pre-wedding party while sporting a purple and white-colored ensemble with small cutouts on the sides that showcased her shrinking midriff. The former talk show host has showed off her slimmer figure in recent months - such as when she made an appearance at the 2025 Tony Awards in NYC. Back in 2023, the star admitted to taking weight loss medication and at the time she told People, 'I now use it as I feel I need it, as a tool to manage not yo-yoing... 'The fact that there's a medically approved prescription for managing weight and staying healthier, in my lifetime, feels like relief, like redemption, like a gift, and not something to hide behind and once again be ridiculed for.' Winfrey added, 'I'm absolutely done with the shaming from other people and particularly myself' and explained she had recommended weight loss drugs to people before making the choice to also take the medication for herself. However, despite her weight loss journey being aided by medication, Oprah told the outlet that she also sticks to a fitness regime to also shed pounds, and maintain a lower weight. And earlier this year in January, the star expressed that taking weight-loss drugs, like Ozempic and Wegovy, helped her realize the truth about 'thin people.' Oprah - who has lost nearly 50 pounds with the aid of one of the newly popular weight-loss drugs - was seen arriving to Venice on Thursday She once again gave a glimpse at her smaller frame as she attended a party later on Thursday while sporting a purple and white-colored ensemble with small cutouts on the sides Kim Kardashian has also recently sparked surgery speculation as she continues to flashy her very tiny waistline. As she arrived to Venice on Thursday, the TV personality showcased her sculpted midriff in a Balenciaga outfit. The mom-of-four donned a strapless, black bandeau top as well as a maxi skirt and snakeskin boots. Her slim waist was further put on display as she later also stopped by the star-studded bash in a snakeskin Versace dress that clung to her curves and had small cutouts on the front. Bedazzled embellishments were added on the plunging neckline as well as the straps that wrapped around her shoulders. The star's long dark locks were parted in the middle and effortlessly flowed down past her shoulders in light waves. Kim has briefly opened up about her size in the past, such as in 2018 when Elle Magazine reported that she had a 24 inch waist and hips that measured 39 inches. The media personality also notably dropped 21 pounds in order to fit into Marilyn Monroe's iconic dress for the Met Gala back in 2022. The bride-to-be Lauren Sanchez also flaunted her slim waist while heading to Thursday's party in Venice. She wore a strapless gold dress with a fitted, corset bodice as well as intricate embroidery on the skirt and top portion. The journalist slipped into a pair of closed-toed, gold pumps and styled her locks into a chic ponytail. Bezos was seen helping Lauren into a boat as they headed to their next destination and the pair later sent waves to onlookers nearby. Speculation has previously arisen that Sanchez has undergone procedures such as a facelift and injectable fillers. Back in April, she uploaded an Instagram clip ahead of her Blue Origin space trip - and plastic surgeons told that they believe she had additional fillers in her cheeks and lips as well as fresh Botox around her eyes at the time. Khloe Kardashian was also seen joining her mom Kris Jenner and most of her siblings during the wedding extravaganza this week. The Good American founder put on a stylish display wearing a fitted dress with small cutouts on the material and a lowcut neckline. Earlier in the day, the beauty showed off her toned figure wearing an animal-print jumpsuit as she arrived to Venice. Last week on her Khloe In Wonder Land podcast, she addressed the 'gross' reaction that she got over her weight loss. 'The bigger I was, I was way more confident. I think because, like, what are going to say about me? I know all the things you're going to say. I would have my days that I would feel low and all of that.' She added, 'When I started my fitness journey and, like, becoming in shape, I felt such a need that I had to keep this up, like even if it wasn't for me. I felt like, "Well, I can't get fat again, because everyone is expecting that to happen." 'It was also a different type of attention I was now receiving. And then once I got a little older, I was like, "Wait, this is gross." I hated that that's why I was getting more attention because I looked a certain way.' Khloe later reflected, 'I've learned, no matter what, I'm never going to make people happy because I was once bigger, I was thinner, and I had the same amount of people, but from different ends.' Gayle King - who has also recently showed off her slimmed-down look - was also spotted during the festivities on Thursday. The TV personality was seen arriving to the Venice Marco Polo airport wearing a long-sleeved white top as well as pastel green cargo pants. Gayle King - who has also recently showed off her slimmed-down look - was also spotted during the festivities on Thursday King later dressed to impress alongside Oprah wearing a yellow and white-colored dress for the bash. In recent months, fans have begun to speculate that Gayle may have also used Ozempic to help aid in weight loss. Slimmed-down Leonardo DiCaprio was also seen making an appearance on Thursday with his supermodel girlfriend Vittoria Ceretti. The Titanic actor wore a classic black suit as well as a white dress shirt and a black cap that was placed on top of his head. Fans had previously pointed out the Oscar winner's fuller figure but he appears to have gone back to his leaner frame in the latest outing this week. Bezos and Sanchez's $20 million ceremony will take place on Friday - although it was revealed on Thursday that the couple are already legally married. A source told 'They have been married for at least a month, more than a month. The marriage is fully legal and took place in America under American law.' They added, 'When they were planning the wedding, they were clear about the fact that they were already secretly married. Slimmed-down Leonardo DiCaprio was also seen making an appearance on Thursday with his supermodel girlfriend Vittoria Ceretti Bezos and Sanchez's $20 million ceremony will take place on Friday - although it was revealed on Thursday that the couple are already legally married; seen in May in France 'There is no application for a wedding license from the couple because it was not required. 'Whatever happens at the wedding on Friday, it will not be a wedding. Under Italian law, it will not be a wedding celebration, any vows said or rings exchanged will have no legal meaning,' the insider continued. It was also added that the billionaire confirmed both he and Lauren are legally married and that they have signed a prenuptial agreement as well. The A-list guests that are attending the wedding - including the Kardashian/Jenner clan - are staying at five star hotels in Venice such as the Aman, The Gritti Palace and the Cipriani.
Daily Mail
2 hours ago
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Patrick Whitesell is all smiles as he enjoys lunch with friends in LA - while ex-wife Lauren Sanchez weds Jeff Bezos in Venice
Patrick Whitesell proved he has well and truly moved on from ex-wife Lauren Sanchez following her illicit affair with Jeff Bezos six years ago. The US journalist, 55, and Amazon founder, 61, have now tied the knot in a lavish ceremony in Venice, Italy, saying 'I do' in front of their A-list friends. But Patrick, 60, who is now married to stunning Aussie model Pia Whitesell, didn't have a care in the world on Thursday as he enjoyed lunch in Los Angeles. The Endeavor Talent Agency executive chairman kept his look casual as he and his pals arrived at Craig's in West Hollywood. Wearing a pair of white-washed jeans and a black, long-sleeved shirt, the multi-millionaire sat down for a four-hour lunch with his friends. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The US journalist and Amazon founder have now tied the knot in a lavish ceremony in Venice, Italy, saying 'I do' in front of their A-list friends He appeared to be in high spirits as he paired his look with a set of crisp white sneakers and designer sunglasses. Patrick even offered a joyful wave for onlookers before he slipped into the ritzy restaurant. Wife Pia, who is considered one of the most beautiful women in Australia, also appeared content with her life of luxury on Friday. The former Home and Away star appeared unperturbed by the highly-publicised wedding happening between her husband's ex and Jeff this weekend. She was spotted going for a stroll in LA with a friend, flaunting her natural beauty as pouring her figure into skin-tight athleisure wear. The TV star and her wealthy husband appear to be enjoying the quiet life as Lauren and Jeff tie the knot in an ostentatious, three-day ceremony across the ocean in Italy. Lauren and Jeff made headlines six years ago when their illicit affair came to light, effectively ending two marriages – Lauren and Patrick, and Jeff and MacKenzie Scott. Now, Lauren has shared the first look at her stunning wedding dress from her and Jeff's $20 million Venetian wedding in front of their glamorous celebrity friends. The bride took to Instagram moments after saying 'I do' on Saturday to share a photo of the couple together, where she showed off her glamorous Dolce & Gabbana gown. Described as the 'wedding of a century', the Amazon founder and former journalist have welcomed nearly 200 VIPs to Venice for three days of lavish celebrations. The nuptials come two years after Jeff asked Lauren to marry him on his $500 million superyacht. Jeff and Lauren welcomed a slew of their famous friends to witness the nuptials, including Gayle King, Oprah Winfrey, Ivanka Trump, Orlando Bloom, and Usher. Leonardo DiCaprio, Sydney Sweeney, Tom Brady, Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian, Kris Jenner, Kendall Jenner, and Kylie Jenner, amongst others, also attended. The romantic ceremony took place on San Giorgio Maggiore island, and guests were treated to trumpets, violins and a Gospel Choir when they arrived. The festivities kicked off earlier in the week and the multi-day affair is said to have cost $20 million. Last night, as the couple enjoyed a pre-wedding party inside the historic Madonna dell'Orto cloisters, it was revealed Jeff and Lauren had already married legally. But the couple's lavish celebration has been far from plain sailing with a freak thunderstorm forcing guests to take cover during Thursday night's party. Protesters also planned to disrupt the celebrations and forced a late venue change. Determined not to let the disruptions dampen her day, Lauren has shared glimpses into her wedding preparations on Instagram. She revealed it took a massive team to get her into her stunning gown, with one photo showing her surrounded by seven people as she put on the Dolce & Gabbana dress. Two of them were seen adjusting the back of it while a third worked on the enormous train; the rest stood around the blushing bride. In the caption, she wrote: 'Not just a gown, a piece of poetry. Thank you @DolceGabbana for the magic you made.' Another image showed her standing in the gown, while a third featured a man helping her put her veil on. Lauren also posed in the exquisite wedding dress for a pre-wedding photoshoot with Vogue magazine. The former Home and Away star appeared unperturbed by the highly-publicised wedding happening between her husband's ex and Jeff this weekend While chatting with the publication, she recalled feeling like a 'princess' during her dress fitting, which took place in Milan. 'It was more powerful than I thought,' she added of the moment she put it on for the first time. She also revealed Jeff had begged to see her in the gown, but as is tradition for most brides, she explained she wasn't going to let him lay his eyes upon it until the big day. 'I almost gave in,' she admitted. 'But I want it to be a surprise. As you get a little older, not many things surprise you. I can't wait to see his face.' Lauren was quick to change her Instagram username to include her new name, swapping it to @laurensanchezbezos and wiping out all of her old posts. Just an hour later, she followed up with some behind-the-scenes snaps of her wedding gown. Guests at the luxurious wedding ceremony were greeted to the sounds of trumpets, violins and a Gospel Choir when they arrived. The choir also broke out into song again after the couple said 'I do', belting out Whitney Houston's Higher Love. Guests were heard cheering and singing along during the touching moment. Opera star Matteo Bocelli kicked off the couple's wedding reception, opening up his set with the iconic Elvis Presley track I Can't Help Falling in Love With You. The son of Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli was called in as his dad is performing in concerts in southern Italy this weekend and couldn't attend. Hours earlier, Lauren made her first appearance of the day when she was spotted leaving the five star Aman Hotel in a ladylike white Dior puff sleeve suit. The award-winning journalist paired it with a head scarf and oversized sunglasses. She also appeared to show off a brand new enormous diamond ring for the occasion. Jeff and Lauren are said to have rented out a number of places in Venice to celebrate the lavish nuptials. An insider told last week San Georgio Maggiore island is largely 'off-limits to visitors' from June 24 to June 29.
