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United News of India
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- United News of India
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez exchange vows in opulent Venetian ceremony
Venice, June 28 (UNI) Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Emmy-winning journalist Lauren Sánchez have officially wed in a grandiose ceremony yesterday, set against the resplendent backdrop of Venice's San Gloria Maggiore island. The multi-day celebration welcomed a glittering guest list, including Oprah Winfrey, Gayle King, Orlando Bloom, Kim Kardashian, Khloé Kardashian, Kris Jenner, Kylie Jenner, Karlie Kloss, Leonardo DiCaprio, Usher and Tom Brady. Other notable guests included Queen Rania of Jordan, Bill Gates and his girlfriend, Paula Hurd, François-Henri Pinault, and fashion designers Diane von Fürstenberg, Domenico Dolce and Tommy Hilfiger. The wedding ceremony opened with an emotive rendition of Elvis Presley's "Can't Help Falling in Love," performed by renowned tenor Matteo Bocelli, drawing cheers from the distinguished guests. Saánchez, 55, stunned in a bespoke mermaid- style wedding gown from Dolce & Gabbana, embroidered with Italian lace and paired with heirloom earrings and a symbolic token from her Blue Origin space journey. Bezos, 61, was equally dashing in a classic tuxedo and aviator sunglasses, exuding old-world charm. To show their appreciation to Venice for hosting them and their guests, Bezos and Sánchez made a point of spotlighting the city's rich artisanal history during their wedding festivities. They sourced about 80% of their provisions from Venetian vendors, among them pastry shop Rosa Salva and glass design studio Laguna B. In addition, the couple asked their guests to make financial donations to the city of Venice instead of giving them wedding gifts. On their wedding invitation, they listed three Venetian charities they planned to donate the contributions to: the UNESCO Venice Office, CORILA and Venice International University. They also shared on the invitation why Venice holds such a special place in their hearts. "This magical place has gifted us unforgettable memories," they wrote. "Our hope is that through these efforts and by you joining us, Venice will continue to inspire wonder for generations to come." "We are definitely happy to have this funding for the protection of our very delicate city," Sebastiano Costalonga, local city councillor for commerce and productive activities of the municipality of Venice, told PEOPLE ahead of the wedding. Bezos and Sánchez's romance first made headlines in early 2019, coinciding with their respective separations from longtime partners. What began as a collaborative professional partnership evolved into a deeply personal connection. In interviews, Sánchez has spoken admiringly of Bezos's intellect and humour, describing their companionship as seamless and joyful. In May 2023, a source confirmed to PEOPLE that the two had gotten engaged. The news came as the couple was vacationing together in the South of France. Sánchez was photographed wearing a dazzling ring on that finger while spending time on Bezo's superyacht Koru and stepping out in town. UNI NST
Mint
14 hours ago
- Business
- Mint
How Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez celebrated love, luxury in the most public yet private Venetian wedding
Billionaire Jeff Bezos and former journalist Lauren Sanchez celebrated their wedding on Friday with a lavish ceremony on San Giorgio Maggiore, a historic and secluded island in Venice's San Marco district. The event was part of a grand three-day celebration in the city. About 200 high-profile guests, including the Kardashian-Jenner family, Bill Gates, Karlie Kloss, Oprah Winfrey and Usher, were seen boarding water taxis to the island. However, the festivities remained hidden from the public eye, with guests reportedly following a strict social media ban during the celebrations. The ceremony ended quietly, with one notable reveal — Vogue released a digital cover featuring Sanchez in her wedding gown. Designed by Dolce & Gabbana, the dress took over a year to make. It featured a high lace neckline, corseted bodice and 180 silk chiffon-covered priest buttons. According to CNN, she later changed into two more outfits: a sweetheart-neck gown inspired by the 1946 film Gilda for the dinner, and a dazzling cocktail dress by Oscar de la Renta decorated with 175,000 crystals. San Giorgio Maggiore, known for its stunning marble Renaissance architecture designed by Andrea Palladio, was likely chosen for both its beauty and its privacy. Local protests against the wedding reportedly led to last-minute changes in some venues. Demonstrators, critical of what they see as the wealthy taking over the city, used banners, canal blockades and even Bezos mannequins in protest, CNN reported. Despite this, Venice's Ministry of Tourism estimated that the wedding alone could generate nearly 68% of the city's annual tourism revenue in just one weekend, the report further added. It is still unclear whether Bezos and Sanchez are legally married. A city official told CNN that Venice had received no official request to register the marriage, suggesting the ceremony was symbolic. Not long after the Vogue photos went live, Sanchez changed her Instagram handle to Lauren Sanchez Bezos. Sanchez arrived for the ceremony in a white 1960s-style Dior skirt suit, paired with a printed silk scarf wrapped around her head in true Audrey Hepburn fashion, Jimmy Choo heels and a Hermès Kelly handbag. She smiled and blew kisses to photographers as she stepped into her water taxi. Guests were spotted in designer outfits throughout the weekend, wearing labels like Dolce & Gabbana, Oscar de la Renta, Versace and vintage Roberto Cavalli. Kylie Jenner opted for a powder blue corset gown, Kim Kardashian chose a sleek toffee-toned dress, and Oprah wore a pink mermaid-style gown. While official details about the performers were kept under wraps, Italian media reported that Matteo Bocelli, son of famed tenor Andrea Bocelli, opened the night with a performance of 'Can't Help Falling in Love' by Elvis Presley. Bocelli also sang at both Kim and Kourtney Kardashian's weddings. Lady Gaga is expected to close the celebrations on Saturday with a performance at Venice's historic Arsenale — a former shipyard now used as a cultural venue for the Venice Biennale.
Time of India
18 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Jeff Bezos weds Lauren Sanchez: Bride's wedding dress took 900 hours to make and it's absolutely jaw-dropping
Lauren Sanchez and Jeff Bezos exchanged vows on June 27, 2025, in a lavish Venetian ceremony held at San Giorgio Maggiore. Sanchez donned a custom Dolce & Gabbana gown, while Bezos sported a classic tux. The three-day celebration, attended by A-list celebrities, reportedly cost $55 million, solidifying its place as one of the year's most extravagant weddings. So, big news: Lauren Sanchez married Jeff Bezos on June 27, 2025, in a jaw-dropping ceremony on San Giorgio Maggiore, Venice. And yes, it was pretty much the wedding of the decade. Lauren stole the show in a breathtaking Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda gown - get this, it took over 900 hours of artisan craftsmanship to bring to life, according to Harper's Bazaar. The dress featured long sleeves, a sleek corseted waist that played up her figure, and a turtleneck that gave it that classy, old-world vibe. But the real showstopper? A mermaid-style skirt paired with 180 silk-covered buttons trailing down the floor-length train. Talk about fairytale bridal. Lauren shared BTS snaps of the dress on her social channels, calling it 'not just a gown, a piece of poetry.' And honestly, the moment spoke for itself, it was the perfect dress for a ceremony so grand and romantic. Jeff looked just as sharp in a classic black Dolce & Gabbana tux. Together, they made quite the power couple - fancy, timeless, and ultra-coordinated. Their first official wedding snap? Pure elegance. The wedding itself went down on San Giorgio Maggiore, a stunning island spot right across from St. Mark's Square. It was a massive three-day affair filled with A-listers: Bill Gates, Kim & Kris Jenner, Kylie Jenner, Karlie Kloss, Ivanka Trump, Orlando Bloom… the list goes on. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trading CFD dengan Teknologi dan Kecepatan Lebih Baik IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Worth every bit of the reportedly $55 million price tag, making it one of the priciest weddings we've seen this year. The ceremony kicked off beautifully with Matteo Bocelli serenading guests with 'Can't Help Falling in Love.' Such a romantic vibe for a love story that's pretty much modern legend. Earlier in the day, before the main event, Lauren was spotted in a cool throwback-chic, all-white suit and silk headscarf as she left the Aman Hotel. Jeff rocked a sharp black tux and aviators, low-key prelude to the big wedding finale. Fun twist: the couple originally planned to wed on June 28 at Scuola Grande della Misericordia but had to switch venues last minute due to protests. Seems like the glam life doesn't come without its drama. All in all, from the couture-level dress and star-studded guest list to the dreamy Venetian backdrop, this wedding had it all. Lauren and Jeff? Definitely know how to pull off a wedding for the social media (and history) books.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Lauren Sanchez chose classic Dolce and Gabbana wedding gown to marry Jeff Bezos in Italy: It took over 900 hours to make
Lauren Sanchez married Jeff Bezos on June 27, 2025, in a lavish ceremony on the island of San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice, Italy. She wore a stunning Dolce and Gabbana Alta Moda wedding gown that took over 900 hours of artisanal work to create, as per Harper's Bazaar's June 27 report. Jeff Bezos wore a classic black Dolce and Gabbana tuxedo for the wedding ceremony. Also read | Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are now married: First pic from their star-studded Venice wedding Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's wedding was a star-studded affair. Here's what the bride wore to her Italian nuptials. (Instagram/ Lauren Sanchez) Lauren Sanchez's wedding dress featured long sleeves, adding an elegant touch to the overall design. The corseted waist, accentuating Lauren's curves and the turtleneck, gave the gown a classic, sophisticated look. The mermaid-style skirt, flowing elegantly down to the floor, and 180 hand-finished buttons covered in silk chiffon made the white wedding dress more special. These buttons adorned the train of the gown. Take a look: 'Thank you Dolce and Gabbana for the magic' The bride's choice of a classic and elegant wedding dress by Dolce and Gabbana evokes a timeless moment. Sharing behind-the-scenes pictures taken before her wedding, she wrote in her caption: 'Not just a gown, a piece of poetry. Thank you Dolce and Gabbana for the magic you made.' The dress's classic and elegant style complemented the lavish ceremony in Venice, Italy. Here's their first wedding photo as Mr and Mrs Bezos: Jeff Bezos, Lauren Sanchez wedding details The couple tied the knot at a grand affair in Venice, Italy. The three-day extravaganza reportedly took over the whole island of San Giorgio Maggiore, opposite Venice's historic St Mark's Square, with a star-studded guest list. Bill Gates, Kim Kardashian, Kylie Jenner, Kris Jenner, Karlie Kloss, Ivanka Trump and Orlando Bloom were among the guests. As per People magazine, the couple's wedding ceremony kicked off with a performance of Can't Help Falling in Love by Elvis Presley, sung by Matteo Bocelli to cheers from the guests. Ahead of the ceremony, Jeff and Lauren were photographed leaving the Aman Hotel separately, presumably headed for their wedding venue. The bride wore a retro-inspired, all-white suit and silk head scarf, while the groom sported a sleek black tuxedo and aviator-style shades. The couple had planned to hold their wedding ceremony on Saturday, June 28, at Scuola Grande della Misericordia, but made a last-minute location change due to security concerns amid ongoing protests over the wedding by groups who view it as a sign of the growing disparity between the haves and have-nots. The couple's wedding was estimated to cost around $55 million, as per a June 28 Reuters report, making it one of the most expensive weddings of the year.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Are Married! Couple Ties the Knot in Star-Studded Venice Wedding
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez married in a ceremony on the island of San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice, Italy, on Friday, June 27, PEOPLE confirms The couple hosted a multi-day celebration in the Floating City, welcoming numerous celebrity guests including Oprah Winfrey, Gayle King, Orlando Bloom, Kim Kardashian, Khloé Kardashian, Kris Jenner, Usher, Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Brady PEOPLE confirmed that Bezos and Sánchez were engaged in May 2023, four years after news broke that they were in a relationship Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez are married, PEOPLE confirms. The Amazon founder, 61, and the Emmy-winning journalist, 55, tied the knot in a black-tie ceremony on the island of San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice, Italy, on Friday, June 27. The couple celebrated their Italian nuptials over several days, welcoming a number of their celebrity friends for the lavish festivities in the Floating City, including Oprah Winfrey, Gayle King, Orlando Bloom, Kim Kardashian, Khloé Kardashian, Kris Jenner, Kylie Jenner, Karlie Kloss, Leonardo DiCaprio, Usher and Tom Brady. Other notable guests included Queen Rania of Jordan, Bill Gates and his girlfriend, Paula Hurd, François-Henri Pinault, and fashion designers Diane von Fürstenberg, Domenico Dolce and Tommy Hilfiger. A source tells PEOPLE the couple's wedding ceremony kicked off with a performance of 'Can't Help Falling in Love' by Elvis Presley, sung by Matteo Bocelli to cheers from the guests. Ahead of the ceremony, Bezos and Sánchez were photographed leaving the Aman Hotel separately, presumably headed for their wedding venue. The bride wore a retro-inspired, all-white suit and silk head scarf, while the groom sported a sleek black tuxedo and aviator-style shades. Ahead of their wedding celebrations, the bride and groom were photographed arriving in Venice via helicopter on Wednesday, June 25, smiling as they walked hand-in-hand. They later hosted a welcome party for their guests on Thursday night, June 26, at a closed cloister adjacent to the Madonna dell'Orto church. A source told PEOPLE that the party-goers dined on pizza cooked onsite by a famous Neapolitan chef, along with fried zucchini flowers, arancini, octopus and cod. Dessert included pastries and lemon cakes. The couple had planned to hold their wedding ceremony on Saturday, June 28, at Scuola Grande della Misericordia, but made a last-minute location change due to security concerns amid ongoing local protests over the wedding. To show their appreciation to Venice for hosting them and their guests, Bezos and Sánchez made a point of spotlighting the city's rich artisanal history during their wedding festivities. They sourced about 80% of their provisions from Venetian vendors, among them pastry shop Rosa Salva and glass design studio Laguna B, a source told The Associated Press. In addition, the couple asked their guests to make financial donations to the city of Venice instead of giving them wedding gifts. On their wedding invitation, they listed three Venetian charities they planned to donate the contributions to: the UNESCO Venice Office, CORILA and Venice International University. They also shared on the invitation why Venice holds such a special place in their hearts. "This magical place has gifted us unforgettable memories," they wrote. "Our hope is that through these efforts and by you joining us, Venice will continue to inspire wonder for generations to come." "We are definitely happy to have this funding for the protection of our very delicate city," Sebastiano Costalonga, local city councillor for commerce and productive activities of the municipality of Venice, told PEOPLE ahead of the wedding. News of Bezos and Sánchez's relationship first broke in January 2019, around the same time that the Blue Origin founder announced his divorce from MacKenzie Scott after 25 years of marriage. At the time, Sánchez was divorcing her husband of 13 years, Patrick Whitesell. While it's unclear when and how Bezos and Sánchez first met, sources previously told PEOPLE that the pair struck up a working relationship while teaming up on several projects and "gradually" developed romantic feelings for each other. Sánchez later opened up about her relationship with Bezos in January 2023, telling WSJ Magazine that the pair were "together all the time." "We love to be together and we love to work together," she told the outlet, before revealing that Bezos has a side that the public doesn't get to see. "He's really funny," she shared. "He makes me laugh all the time. He can be goofy." In May 2023, a source confirmed to PEOPLE that the two had gotten engaged. The news came as the couple was vacationing together in the South of France. Sánchez was photographed wearing a dazzling ring on that finger while spending time on Bezo's superyacht Koru and stepping out in town. At the time, a source told PEOPLE the newly engaged pair were "on cloud nine" and "so happy and madly in love." As for Sánchez's "huge" ring, the insider said the former Good Day LA co-host "keeps playing with it and looking at it. You can tell she loves it." When Bezos celebrated his milestone 60th birthday last year, Sánchez shared a sweet tribute to her then-fiancé on Instagram. "Today is another day where your laughter fills our home, and that smile of yours lights up every room. Wishing you an abundance of simple joys and quiet moments of happiness," she wrote. "May this year be filled with everything you love, from peaceful mornings to joyous celebrations." Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. She added: "I hope each day brings you countless reasons to smile, just like you give me a reason to smile every single day. Love you, and happy birthday, my love." With their Venetian wedding, Bezos and Sánchez have now officially merged their families. The billionaire mogul shares four children with his ex-wife, and Sánchez shares son Nikko, 24, with ex Tony Gonzalez, and son Evan, 19, and daughter Ella, 17, with Whitesell. Read the original article on People
