EXCLUSIVE The 461-billion dollar wedding: How riches of the Lauren Sanchez and Jeff Bezos' guest list tot up to more than the GDP of South Africa, Bangladesh or Denmark
It has been described as the 'wedding of the century', with Michelin star food, foam parties and more stars than the Oscars.
But as 200 VIP guests descended on the the church at Giorgio Maggiore, the one kilometre square island would host a total wealth worth more than the entire GDP of South Africa, Bangladesh or Denmark.
Bride and groom Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez alone are worth a staggering $263.8billion, more than the total value of all goods and services produced in New Zealand.
And as the world's wealthiest men and women gathered in the 16th-century basilica to celebrate the Amazon mogul's nuptials, they brought together a total wealth of more than $461billion.
The GDP of South Africa is a lowly $380billion by comparison - while Denmark is $407billion and Bangladesh is $437billion. Greece, at $243billion, is only just more than half as much.
They included tech billionaires, reality TV dynasties and legends of film and TV - who danced away among the glittering Venetian canals until the early hours of this morning.
Reportedly costing $20million and stirring fury among the local residents, stars were treated to a $1,000-a-head meal while there was a strict no-phone policy at the 'extremely intimate' affair.
Here MailOnline looks at some of the top big-hitters, and how the world's wealthiest man managed to attract more than ten times the wealth needed to end world hunger to the pews of an Italian church:
As 200 VIP guests descended on the the church at Giorgio Maggiore, the one kilometre square island would host a total wealth worth more than the entire GDP of South Africa , Bangladesh or Denmark
Bezos' $461bn guestlist:
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez: $263.8bn
Bill Gates: $117bn
Miguel Bezos: $30bn
Francois-Henri Pinault: $18.5bn
Barry Diller: $4.2bn
Josh Kushner: $3.8bn
Oprah Winfrey: $3.1bn
Domenico Dolce: $2.4bn
Stefano Gabbana: $2.4bn
Lachlan Murdoch: $2.1bn
Kim Kardashian: $1.7bn
Sam Altman: $1.7bn
Diane von Furstenberg: $1.2bn
Jerry Seinfeld: $1.1bn
Scooter Braun: $1bn
Ari Emanuel: $1bn
Jared Kushner: $900m
Crown Prince of Jordan, Hussein bin Abdullah: $750m
Kylie Jenner: $670m
Tom Brady: $530m
Tommy Hilfiger: $450m
Brian Grazer: $400m
Leonardo DiCaprio: $300m
Kris Jenner: $200m
Ted Sarandos: $200m
Usher: $180m
Wendy Ding: $100m
Gayle King: $80m
Barack Obama: $70m
Khloe Kardashian: $60m
Kendall Jenner: $60m
Ivanka Trump: $50m
Tony Gonzalez: $50m
Orlando Bloom: $40m
Karlie Kloss: $40m
Sydney Sweeney: $40m
Queen Rania of Jordan: $35m
Ellie Goulding: $30m
Corey Gamble: $15m
Jewel Kilcher: $14m
Edward Enninful: $9m
Sarah Staudinger: $3m
Sara Foster: $3m
Sarah Jane Nader: $2m
Guilherme Siqueira: $1.5m
The celebs
With glamour and gliz the key factors of the Venice spectacular, hoards of celebrities descended on the historic centre for the big day.
Oprah Winfrey, 71, showed off her slimmed-down figure as she travelled across with her pal Gayle King.
The TV personality, worth $3.1billion, flaunted her toned curves after dropping the pounds using weight-loss drug Ozempic.
Gayle, 70, is herself worth $80million and seems to have been brought as the media mogul's plus one.
Orlando Bloom, worth $40million, set pulses racing as he travelled to Venice as one of the world's most eligible bachelors, having recently split from fiancée Katy Perry.
The star, whose former partner is putting on a brave face while touring Australia with their daughter Daisy, four, was spotted smiling with a series of glamorous women as he made the most of the celebrations.
Jerry Seinfeld, worth $1.1bn, looked smart in black tie as he was seen leaving The Gritti Palace and joining fellow A-list guests on a water taxi alongside his glamorous wife Jessica.
DiCaprio, worth $300million, covered his face with a black cap throughout the weekend as he attended the wedding with his stunning girlfriend Vittoria Ceretti
The cookbook author beamed in a sparkling gown as they patiently waited outside the 15th century palazzo.
Tom Brady, who has a net worth of $530million, risked an awkward-run in with his former flame Brooks Nader as they were both among the flocks of A-listers arriving in Venice.
But the NFL star - who is also currently single - was seen enjoying a swim, cocktails and lunch during a lads' day out at the Hotel Cipriani - alongside Bloom, Leonardo DiCaprio, Scooter Braun and Edward Enninful.
The group ordered tequila, did laps of the pool and stayed under the radar as they seemed in good spirits at one of Venice's most luxury hotels.
DiCaprio, worth $300million, covered his face with a black cap throughout the weekend as he attended the wedding with his stunning girlfriend Vittoria Ceretti.
The model, 27, who has been dating the 50-year-old Hollywood actor for two years, was all smiles as she left the Gritti Palace Hotel before being helped into a water taxi in an elegant black dress.
And American sweetheart Sydney Sweeney, 27, is said to have stolen the show as a source claimed she was the 'most sought after person' during the festivities.
Worth $40million, she confirmed her split from fiancé Jonathan Davino earlier this year.
Brady was reportedly seen chatting her up at the hotel bar over the course of the multi-day lavish wedding extravaganza while she wowed guests with her 'down to Earth' and 'fun' personality, in addition to her stunning looks
Pregnant Karlie Kloss, worth $40million, exhuded summery glamour as the 32-year-old supermodel also alighted on the Italian city, while expecting her third child by her husband Joshua Kushner
The hitmaker, who is worth $30million, looked nothing short of sensational in a plunging nude gown covered in royal blue sequins in an intricate floral pattern
Brady was reportedly seen chatting her up at the hotel bar over the course of the multi-day lavish wedding extravaganza while she wowed guests with her 'down to Earth' and 'fun' personality, in addition to her stunning looks.
Wearing a strapless pink dress that featured a ruched bodice, she styled her signature blonde locks with beachy waves on the big day.
Pregnant Karlie Kloss, worth $40million, exhuded summery glamour as the 32-year-old supermodel also alighted on the Italian city, while expecting her third child by her husband Joshua Kushner.
And Ellie Goulding, 38, made an unexpected arrival at the first day of the highly-anticipated three-day nuptials, surprising fans as no connection between her and the bride and groom has been made publicly known.
The hitmaker, who is worth $30million, looked nothing short of sensational in a plunging nude gown covered in royal blue sequins in an intricate floral pattern.
The reality dynasty
The stunning wedding was a prime location for the Kardashians - who united to celebrate their billionaire friends with suitable eccentricity.
Late last night as the party wrapped, photographers captured Kim and Khloe Kardashian making a speedy getaway in a waiting water taxi.
The bleary-eyed sisters, true to form, posed for the cameras as the boat set sail - throwing up peace signs and making duck faces at the awaiting lenses.
A little while later, their supermodel sister Kendall Jenner made her own escape, weaving through the city's canals and posing against the breathtaking backdrop of Italy's finest architecture.
This morning Kim and Khloe were spotted wearing casual ensembles as they made a low-key exit from the Italian city, presumably to board a private flight back to Los Angeles.
She gave herself a few extra inches in a pair of white stiletto heels as she strutted her stuff to board a boat
They both snapped selfies as they made the most of their time in Venice, though they dashed off the next day
Kendall Jenner (pictured) made her own escape from the wedding, weaving through the city's canals and posing against the breathtaking backdrop of Italy's finest architecture
Their mother Kris, 69, and sisters Kendall, 29, and Kylie, 27, were nowhere in sight as the duo headed out of Venice, as they appeared to be staying in the city for longer.
It comes despite the celebrations are far from over, with the festivities slated to continue at the Arsenale di Venezia on Saturday night.
The reality star family hit the shops as they celebrated Khloe Kardashian's 41st birthday in Venice.
And Kim was mocked as she couldn't seem to stay off her phone, snapping selfies nonstop throughout the day. She even slipped in a sizzling SKIMS promo, flaunting an animal print bikini on social media.
Kim Kardashian is worth $1.7billion, with Kylie Jenner close behind at $670million. Kris Jenner has a reported $200million while Kendall and Khloe are worth $60million.
The tech billionaires
Among the wealthiest guests at the Gates-Sanchez wedding were Jeff's fellow tech billionaires, who made soaring profits from revolutionary new computers and systems.
Bill Gates - the inventor of Microsoft and the world's third richest man - was among the masses, lending his $117billion fortune to the total.
Before the big day the 69-year-old was spotted in a casual black polo shirt and shorts as he explored the lagoon city with his girlfriend Paula Hurd, 62.
For the wedding itself he shed the Silicon Valley-esq dress and looked smart in black tie, mingling outside the church entrance.
Third on the rich list is Miguel Bezos - Jeff's adoptive father - who gave their son $245,573 in the mid-1990s as he crowdfunded to start his now-famous online store.
Their fortune is now said to be worth £30billion as Amazon rocketed to success.
Third on the rich list is Miguel Bezos - Jeff's adoptive father - who gave their son $245,573 in the mid-1990s as he crowdfunded to start his now-famous online store. Pictured: Leaving the Aman Hotel on his wedding day
Barry Diller, who founded the internet and media conglomerate IAC, is now worth $4.2billion - with successes including the launch of online travel giant Expedia and The Daily Beast.
OpenAI founder Sam Altman also made the list despite being just 40. As one of the leading figures in the AI boom, he has made an estimated $1.7billion.
Ted Sarandos, the co-CEO of Netflix, was a further addition, with a less considerable $200million dwarfed by his fellow tech-bros.
The fashion moguls
Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos is said to have 'gasped' when he set eyes on Lauren Sanchez in her stunning bespoke Dolce & Gabbana gown.
So it perhaps made sense that both Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana - both worth $2.4billion - were in attendance to see their creation in action.
The elaborate wedding dress contained lacy, floral sleeves, a tight bodice, high neckline, long flowing skirt with an enormous train, and buttons down the front.
Dolce looked classy as he attended the wedding, pairing a black jacket and shirt with a statement, bedazzled necklace.
Gabbana, dressed down as he left the Gritti Palace, was immaculate in a matching black polo shirt and trousers, with a smart black belt.
CEO of Kering Francois-Henri Pinault, who was once married to Hollywood bombshell Salma Hayek, also looked smart in black tie as he paired the look with black sunglasses.
Domenico Dolce travels on a boat on the second day of the wedding festivities of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and journalist Lauren Sanchez
Gabbana, dressed down as he left the Gritti Palace, was immaculate in a matching black polo shirt and trousers, with a smart black belt
CEO of Kering Francois-Henri Pinault, who was once married to Hollywood bombshell Salma Hayek, also looked smart in black tie as he paired the look with black sunglasses
Tommy Hilfiger nearly took a tumble during Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's wedding extravaganza in Venice on Friday
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Pinault, who is worth $18.5billion, took the reins of his father's retail conglomerate Pinault-Printemps-Redoute in 2005, with the company owning brands including Yves Saint Laurent, Gucci, Balenciaga and Alexander McQueen.
Tommy Hilfiger left fellow guests worried as he nearly took a tumble during the celebrations on Friday.
The fashion designer, 74, who is worth $450million, tripped while trying to get into a water taxi and narrowly avoided falling into the water in front of the newlyweds and all of their other A-list wedding guests.
In the video, he is seen walking ahead of quarterback Tom Brady and chatting with those around him before stumbling and nearly falling face first into the canal.
An assistant helped steady the designer who then laughs off the misstep and continues on his way. He appeared to have lost his footing more than once but shrugged it off and threw up a peace sign to onlookers.
Ex-editor of British Vogue Edward Enninful, who is worth $9million, was also seen laughing and joking with other celebrities as they enjoyed the long weekend.
It comes after a heady week for the title - who today shared the insider interview with new bride Lauren Sanchez. On Thursday, Anna Wintour announced she was stepping down from one of her roles at Vogue after 37 years.
The statesmen
And among some of the wealthiest in the world, some of the biggest names in global politics.
Barack Obama was on the guest list, despite having last year been at loggerheads with the groom over how his plans for space travel will affect the Earth's future.
The former President, who is worth a reported $70million, chastised Silicon Valley's huge rocket projects, saying 'I would rather us invest in taking care of this planet here.'
Members of the Trump family attended the event, including the First Daughter Ivanka and husband Jared Kushner
She threatened to steal the show with a bridal dress that retails for $9,990
Donning the Oscar de la Renta outfit for the rehearsal dinner, she ignited security concerns after she posted a photo of her hotel room number alongside several pictures of herself and husband Jared Kushner in their formal attire
The Crown Prince of Jordan, Hussein bin Abdullah also made a rare appearance to go to the Bezos wedding with their baby daughter
He was joined in Venice by members of the Trump family, including the First Daughter Ivanka, who threatened to steal the show with a bridal dress that retails for $9,990.
Donning the Oscar de la Renta outfit for the rehearsal dinner, she ignited security concerns after she posted a photo of her hotel room number alongside several pictures of herself and husband Jared Kushner in their formal attire.
Ivanka is with $50million, while Jared's wealth tops $900million.
Jared's younger brother, businessman and investor Josh Kushner who is worth $3.8billion, was also in attendance.
Meanwhile, the Crown Prince of Jordan, Hussein bin Abdullah also made a rare appearance to go to the Bezos wedding with their baby daughter.
Worth an estimated $750million, the future King of Jordan looked stylish in a relaxed fit as he left the airport while little Iman looked adorable in a special white summer dress.
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