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Los Angeles Times
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez tie the knot in opulent Venice wedding
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez are officially husband and wife. The Amazon founder, who's been linked to Sánchez since 2019, hosted an extravagant, reportedly $50-million celebration in Venice, Italy, stretching three days. From the lavish location to the celebrity guest list, the event has attracted a media frenzy, but also experienced its fair share of hiccups — including a last-minute venue change to the island of San Giorgio Maggiore. Here's what we know about the wedding so far. Sánchez opted for a custom Dolce & Gabbana wedding gown inspired by Sophia Loren's gown in the 1958 film 'Houseboat.' This marks the first time Sánchez has worn such a high-necked formal dress, she told Vogue. 'It is a departure from what people expect,' she said, 'from what I expect — but it's very much me.' The bride shared two images of her dress Friday on Instagram, where she also updated her handle to @laurensanchezbezos. Other ensembles planned for the big day were a corseted gown inspired by the Rita Hayworth film 'Gilda' and an Oscar de la Renta cocktail dress with 175,000 crystals, according to Vogue. Sánchez's 'something borrowed' was a pair of Dolce & Gabbana Alta Gioielleria Miracolo earrings, according to Vogue. And her 'something blue,' she revealed, was a souvenir she brought on her controversial 11-minute Blue Origin spaceflight. 'It was literally one of the most profound experiences I've ever had in my life,' she told Vogue. 'Jeff said, 'It's gonna change you more than you think,' and it completely has, visually, spiritually.' As expected, several A-listers made the 200-person guest list. Notably, Orlando Bloom arrived solo after reportedly ending his engagement with Katy Perry. Sánchez seemed to acknowledge Perry's absence, commenting, 'We miss you Katy,' Friday on the pop star's Instagram. Perry famously joined Sánchez on the Blue Origin space flight and has received a disproportionate amount of the criticism. Though President Trump was not present (despite reports that he received an invitation), his daughter Ivanka Trump and Ivanka's husband, Jared Kushner, were in attendance, along with in-laws Karlie Kloss and Joshua Kushner. Other celebrities in attendance were Kim and Khloé Kardashian; Kris, Kylie and Kendall Jenner; Bill Gates and Paula Hurd; Sydney Sweeney; Tom Brady; Leonardo DiCaprio; Usher; Eva Longoria and José Bastón; Diane von Furstenberg and Barry Diller; Oprah Winfrey; and Gayle King, who was also aboard the Blue Origin spaceflight. The lavish celebration was not without its critics. The No Space for Bezos movement — a combination of anti-cruise ship campaigners, university groups and housing advocates — staged protests throughout Venice leading up to the event, even planning to obstruct canal access to prevent wedding guests from reaching the venue, according to the Associated Press. The newlyweds reportedly had to make an eleventh hour venue change, opting for the more secluded and secure Arsenale for the Saturday reception, according to local media.
Courier-Mail
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Courier-Mail
Katy Perry's dramatic move as Orlando Bloom parties in Italy following reported split
Don't miss out on the headlines from Hook Ups & Break Ups. Followed categories will be added to My News. Katy Perry has seemingly taken action to block out the noise as she enjoys some time off in Australia amid claims she and Orlando Bloom have broken up. It's been widely reported that the Roar singer, 40, has been telling her inner circle that their relationship of nearly 10 years is over. The pair share a daughter, Daisy Dove, four. Perry is currently performing her Lifetimes tour in Australia, and eagle-eyed fans have now noticed she's disabled comments on Instagram. Perry and Bloom have reportedly split. Picture:for Vanity Fair Perry has been posting pictures of her time Down Under. Picture: Instagram Bloom was also spotted in Australia recently, with a source telling People that it was in order to have some 'special dad and daughter time'. 'Daisy's very cute. Orlando was in a great mood and made every outing fun for her,' the insider told the publication. 'He looked like a very caring dad.' X SUBSCRIBER ONLY Despite being on the exclusive guest list for Lauren Sanchez's hen's party earlier this year, Perry will not be at her star-studded wedding to billionaire Jeff Bezos in Italy this weekend. Bloom, however, has been seen partying with A-listers, including Kim and Khloe Kardashian, Oprah Winfrey, and Leonardo DiCaprio, who are gathered in Venice for the multimillion-dollar nuptials. Bloom was spotted in Venice ahead of the glitzy wedding. Picture: AP Photo/Antonio Calanni The actor was seen chatting to Kardashian. Picture: Getty Images Speculation about Perry and Bloom's relationship has hit fever pitch in recent days, with The Sun reporting the singer had told friends it was over months ago. 'Katy confided in friends at the start of the year that their relationship was as good as done,' the source said. 'They decided to hold off on announcing anything in case things improved between them, because they are desperate to stay together for the sake of their daughter. 'But they have spent barely any time together this year, with Katy on tour and Orlando working on his upcoming film Bucking Fastard in Dublin. 'She knew that taking off her engagement ring would send a clear message. 'It's been a hard year so far. They wanted to wait until the tour is over before they made their split official, although Katy has grown tired of the situation.' The couple have dated on and off for nine years after first sparking up a romance in 2016. They got engaged in 2019, and welcomed their daughter the following year. Originally published as Katy Perry's dramatic move as Orlando Bloom parties in Italy following reported split
Mint
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Katy Perry shares her 'mood' in first post after her split from Orlando Bloom
Washington DC [US], June 28 (ANI): Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom have called off their relationship. American singer-songwriter has shared her first social media post since the news of her split from Orlando Bloom emerged, reported People. A source confirmed to PEOPLE that the couple, who got engaged in 2019, have decided to part ways. Sharing her "mood," the singer, 40, posted a carousel of photos on Instagram from her day at Rottnest Island in Australia on Friday, June 27. Her visit to the nature reserve came a day after a source confirmed to People that the longtime couple had called off their nearly 6-year engagement. Among the collection of photos shared was Perry posing alongside a quokka before later spotting a chocolate version of the animal in a shop. She also shared a video of herself being surrounded by birds on the beach and embracing "brain rot" with her team while on a boat. Perry appeared in good spirits in all of the photos and clips taken just hours before she was set to perform in Adelaide as part of the sold-out Australia leg of her Lifetimes tour. "mood: Quokka," the "Hot N Cold" musician captioned the post. According to National Geographic, the "teddy bear-sized marsupial" is only found in southwestern Australia and is considered the "happiest animal in the world." Perry's reference to feeling like a quokka comes after it was confirmed that she and Bloom, 48, are going their separate ways after nine years together, reported People. On Thursday, June 26, a source told People, "They're pretty much done," adding that they "don't really see them being able to turn things around here." The pair, who met at a Golden Globes afterparty in 2016, got engaged in 2019 and welcomed their daughter Daisy Dove on Aug. 26, 2020. Bloom is also a father to son Flynn Bloom, 14, whom he shares with his ex-wife, Miranda Kerr, reported People. While Perry has been in Australia for her tour, Bloom has been in Venice for Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's lavish wedding festivities. The actor has been spotted hanging out with Tom Brady, attorney, Alex Spiro and Kris Jenner's boyfriend, Corey Gamble, along with Kris, 69, and her daughters Kim and Khloe Kardashian, reported People. (ANI)
eNCA
11 hours ago
- Politics
- eNCA
Mozambique probes claims of army atrocities near TotalEnergies site
Mozambique's human rights commission said on Friday it has opened an investigation into media reports of deadly abuses by government soldiers against villagers fleeing jihadist unrest near a major TotalEnergies gas plant. Politico reported in September that soldiers tasked with protecting the French fossil fuel giant's site had rounded up villagers following a major attack in 2021 and locked between 180 and 250 into containers, accusing them of being part of an insurgency. The men were held for three months and beaten, suffocated, starved and tortured, with only 26 surviving, according to the report by journalist Alex Perry based on interviews with survivors and witnesses. "If true, the facts alleged in the article may constitute crimes of summary execution (murder) torture and other cruel, degrading or inhuman treatment," the National Human Rights Commission (CNDH) said in a statement. A team of investigators was in place and consulting with officials from the northern Cabo Delgado province, the statement said. They would visit the area to collect statements from witnesses and victims, and also meet representatives of Mozambique LNG, the local subsidiary of France's TotalEnergies. A final report would include recommendations on accountability and possible reparations for victims, it said, without giving a timeline. Mozambique LNG said last year it had no knowledge of the atrocities alleged to have been carried out between April and July 2021. In March 2021 Islamic State-linked militants active in Cabo Delgado since 2017 attacked the port town of Palma, a few kilometres from the TotalEnergies site, sending thousands of people fleeing. Conflict tracker ACLED estimated that more than 800 civilians and combatants were killed while Perry reported, after an investigation, that more than 1,400 were dead or missing. The multi-billion-dollar liquefied natural gas project, a major boon for impoverished Mozambique, has been stalled since then.
Elle
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Elle
Lauren Sánchez Sends Public Message to Katy Perry as She Misses Her Wedding to Jeff Bezos
THE RUNDOWN Katy Perry's ex-fiancé, Orlando Bloom, has been in Venice, Italy, this week for the wedding of their friends Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez. Perry won't be joining the weekend nuptials—but not because of any drama between her and Bloom. Perry has to work: She is performing at Adelaide Entertainment Centre in Australia on June 26, 27, 29, and 30 as part of her Lifetimes Tour. After her Adelaide shows, the singer will get a little break before her next concert date on July 10 at Denver's Ball Arena. On Friday, Sánchez posted a message of support on Perry's Instagram. The singer shared a carousel of photos documenting her time in Australia, which included some yacht and zoo time. 'Mood: Quokka,' Perry wrote. Sánchez commented, 'We miss you Katy ❤️' Earlier this week, sources revealed that Perry and Bloom had ended their six-year engagement. On Thursday, an insider told People that 'the split is amicable. They got to a point where they feel there is no going back to a healthy relationship and that it's better to live separate lives.' It's been a difficult period for Perry, the source added: 'She's felt a lot of pressure about her tour and now this. It's been a lot for her. She's still doing great though.' She and Bloom are now focused on co-parenting their 4-year-old daughter, Daisy. 'Katy has every intention of maintaining a positive and respectful relationship with Orlando,' a source explained to People. 'He's the father of their daughter, and that will always come first for her. They've been through a lot together and while they've decided to go their separate ways, there's still a mutual respect between them. They're still very much in touch and co-parenting Daisy together. For the sake of their daughter, they're committed to keeping things amicable.' While Perry isn't at the wedding, many celebrities are. Stars spotted in Venice for the nuptials so far include Kim Kardashian, Khloé Kardashian, Kylie Jenner, Kendall Jenner, Sydney Sweeney, Tom Brady, and Oprah Winfrey.
