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News.com.au
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- News.com.au
All the big name stars spotted at Jeff Bezos' Venice wedding
Celebrities have stepped out in droves to celebrate Jeff Bezos' wedding to Lauren Sanchez. The wedding, which is expected to have cost upwards of AU$71.4 million - just a drop in the pond for billionaire Bezos - kicked off on Friday (local time). The glitzy event has sparked outrage among locals in Venice, many of whom banded together to force Bezos to change the venue earlier this week after they threatened to derail the big day with inflatable crocodiles. Oprah lead the big-name stars that stepped out for the big day, with the former chat show host waving to fans as she left the hotel that had been packed full of stars ready to see Bezos walk down the aisle with his bride. The Kardashians; Khloe, Kylie, Kim and their momager, Kris, were all seen glammed up in their best dress as they made their way to the ceremony. Kris showed off her latest cosmetic surgery as she flashed a youthful-looking grin at passersbye. British pop star Ellie Goulding looked chic in a red gown as she joined US model Brooks Nader on a boat headed to the wedding on Friday afternoon. Bezos' billionaire pals also joined in the fun, with US businessman Jared Kushner stepping out with his wife, Ivanka Trump, dressed in black tie. Orlando Bloom was seen for the first time since his reported split from Katy Perry after almost 10 years together. Perry and their daughter Daisy stayed in Australia while Bloom jetted off to the star-studded multi-day wedding. Bloom appeared to be in good spirits as he chatted with a pal, seemingly putting his split behind him to celebrate his pal's big day. The celebrations will reportedly end Saturday with a party at the Arsenale, a vast shipyard complex dating back to when the city was a naval powerhouse.
Daily Mail
11 hours ago
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- Daily Mail
The A-list wedding of the year begins! Billionaire Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez prepare to exchange vows as they are joined by star-studded guest list at lavish $20million celebration in Venice
The most lavish celebrity wedding for a generation has begun with stars arriving to see Lauren Sanchez marry Jeff Bezos at a ceremony and reception set to cost the Amazon billionaire upwards of $20million. Royals, statesmen and Hollywood glitterati have gathered together in Venice for the Bezos-Sanchez nuptials as one of the world's great cities of love plays host to an event like no other. Lauren looked stunning as she was whisked by speedboat to San Giorgio Maggiore, which overlooks a Venice lagoon, to walk down the aisle in front of 200 VIP guests. She wore a classic white suit and headscarf to land on the island where she changed into her handmade, one of a kind Dolce & Gabbana gown. Amid local protests, the globe's richest and most powerful people have descended on La Serenissima, the Most Serene Republic of Venice, to pay homage to the Amazon billionaire and his blushing 55-year-old bride. Bezos and Sanchez will now say their vows in the restored amphitheatre on the island while Matteo Bocelli, the son of tenor Andrea, sings. Although one slight wrinkle is that impeccable sources revealed to the Mail's Alison Boshoff last night that the Amazon founder and journalist-turned-philanthropist Lauren Sanchez are already married with a pre-nuptial agreement to protect his $244billion (£177billion) fortune signed and sealed. But whether they knew already or not, the world's most rich and powerful were not going to miss the nuptials of a lifetime. After the couple walk down the aisle, a budget of 1,000 Euros a head has been set for the wedding breakfast and according to local reports it will include the local Venetian delicacy of cuttlefish stew washed down with fine wines. It is thought that singer-songwriter Usher, who also arrived yesterday, may be performing. Reports that Sir Elton John and Lady Gaga will sing have been denied by representatives for both. But the aspirational couple's wedding celebrations, pencilled in to last three days with the wedding ceremony ongoing and 'grand ball' on Saturday night, have already been branded 'more Vegas than Versailles'. Five of the city's most luxurious hotels have been booked out to host an estimated 250 influential guests. Make up tycoon Kylie Jenner needed a separate water taxi to carry her 25 pieces of monogrammed luggage to her Venetian home for the weekend. Some of the world's most eligible bachelors are in Venice for the wedding – Orlando Bloom, freshly split from fiancée Katy Perry. Divorced sporting superstar Tom Brady, and divorced talent agent and billionaire music executive Scooter Braun, were on a lads' night out with him. Former US President Barack Obama is among guests – he and Bezos have been on warm terms for years, and Bezos donated $100million (£72million) to the Obama Foundation in 2021. The event has also attracted a near-quorum of Kardashians. Matriarch Kris Jenner is close friends with Lauren Sanchez, while daughters Kim and Khloe were also in attendance. Kylie Jenner, her daughter by Olympic athlete Caitlin, arrived at the Gritti Palace hotel on Thursday afternoon. Others at today's ceremony include former chat show host Oprah Winfrey and her best friend, TV presenter and author Gayle King, who went on the much-mocked space 'flight' on Bezos Blue Origin rocket last month with Sanchez and an all-female team. Donald Trump's daughter Ivanka is there along with husband Jared Kushner, but the President himself – reportedly invited – will not come to Venice. Both Bezos and Sanchez were there for Trump's inauguration earlier this year and Bezos attracted much criticism when his Washington Post newspaper declined to endorse Democratic candidate Kamala Harris in the US election last year. Queen Rania of Jordan has also been seen, as have fashion duo Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana. Protests by disgruntled locals continue, and are planned for during the ceremony and throughout the wedding celebrations. Sources says that Mayor Luigi Brugnaro has assured the couple that he can guarantee their safety in the middle of the city. The Bezos wedding began on Thursday with the first of three days of parties in Venice. A source closely connected to the organisation of the week's events said: '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.' The source adds: 'When they were planning the wedding, they were clear about the fact that they were already secretly married. 'There is no application for a wedding licence 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 source added that Bezos had personally confirmed that he and Sanchez – who met when both were married to other people – are already legally married, and that they had also signed a pre-nuptial agreement to protect his $244 billion (£177 billion) fortune. As the eyes of the world focused on the event, staff at the privately owned Madonna dell Orto cloisters - where the couple held their 'eve of' reception on Thursday night with finger food and pizza - erected tents to stop overflying drones from picturing the guests. It's thought that the event included speeches from the bride to the groom and vice versa. Policemen on jetskis meanwhile patrolled the entrance to the nearest canal. The two three star hotels neighbouring the cloister were booked up to house the 150 staff who are working on the wedding. The guests are staying rather more comfortably at the five star Aman, The Gritti Palace and the Cipriani. The build-up has not gone smoothly, however. Plans were ripped up and remade over the past week as the bride and groom reeled from public hostility to their descent on Venice, and responded to global political turbulence following US airstrikes in Iran. They have now left their $500 million (£363 million) yacht, the Koru, off the coast of Croatia, although it was initially intended to be moored in Venice. The venues for the various celebrations have changed, too, with plans for Saturday's party now moved to Arsenale, the shipbuilding yards, which are easier to make secure. 'The feeling was that the protests started to die down on Monday, so this was possible,' said one. Sydney Sweeney, 27, put on a very leggy display in a black mini dress with a plunging neckline, which she styled with a pair of pointed, buckled shoes hours before the wedding The Bezos wedding began on Thursday with the first of three days of parties in Venice (pictured: Bezos and Sanchez yesterday afternoon) The couple held their 'eve of' reception tonight with finger food and pizza (pictured heading to the event on Thursday with Sanchez sporting a new gigantic ring) Forty people were held by police after Extinction Rebellion held a small protest in St Mark's Square on Thursday morning. On Thursday lunchtime, the couple and a few of their guests enjoyed a private lunch in the gardens of the Villa Baslini on the tiny island of San Giovanni Evangelista. The island offers perfect privacy and the couple were able to totally evade the army of paparazzo who have descended on Venice. Meanwhile preparations also continued at the Arsenale – in warehouse 91 to be specific - which was the last-minute switch of venue for Saturday night's grand ball, from Scuola della Misericordia, after protesters said they would dive into the bordering canal. One staff member said: 'I can tell you that [warehouse 91 is] a beautiful location. All the tables have a wonderful flower display, and they are putting up large chandeliers in the ceiling – it's going to have a Venetian masked ball theme is what I have heard but we've been told no photos, and we have to leave our phones with security.' The celebrations began on Wednesday evening with a drinks reception in the ballroom of the stunning 16th century Aman hotel, in one of Venice's most venerable palazzos, which overlooks the Grand Canal. Then the wedding guests including Bezos and Sanchez made their way to a private dinner party at the Palazzo Brandolini, hosted by Diane von Furstenberg. Usher looked dapper in a white suit with a maroon striped top last night Kim Kardashian pictured in a snake skin dress as she headed to the festivities on Thursday Khloe Kardashian joined her, donning a silver and black gown that accentuated her stunning curves Kendall Jenner (top) and Kylie Jenner leave their hotel Gayle King and Oprah Winfrey were also there. Gayle was seen in a white and yellow dress while Oprah flaunted her figure in a maroon number that had cut-outs on the midriff area The designer, 77, is close to the bride and groom to be, with her husband, the mogul Barry Diller, serving as a mentor and inspiration to Jeff Bezos for the past decade. Diller said in an interview that Bezos is a 'very dear, very loving friend' and has also been vocal in his admiration for Sanchez, a former local TV anchor and helicopter pilot. The party was in Diane's Venetian home, which occupies the second floor of the spectacular 15th century palazzo, filled with mirrors, gilding and frescoes. The magazine Architectural Digest visited last year and described it as 'stupendous' – and they are not easily impressed.
Al Bawaba
14 hours ago
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- Al Bawaba
Lauren Sanchez stuns in gold as Kardashians, Royals & Oprah turn Venice into a fashion war zone
ALBAWABA - Lauren Sanchez 's wedding look turns Venice into fashion showdown central. Also Read Jeff Bezos slammed for 'Buying Venice' as wedding sparks class war Lauren Sanchez wore a Schiaparelli gown that combined striking design with timeless elegance during one of her appearances at her wedding to Jeff Bezos in Venice, Italy, which was attended by many celebrities. Daniel Roseberry's Haute Couture Summer 2025 collection included the garment. It had a solid collar, a skirt with floral embroidery, and a corset embroidered with gold pearls, giving it an opulent, creative vibe. Lauren Sanchez Instagram profile Her hairstyles have always been characterized by delicate, expertly created waves. That she too opted for this style for her wedding celebration was therefore not surprising, but this time it had a slightly different appearance, more akin to the "beach hair" impression, with an odd twist: her hair was pulled back into a high, half-ponytail. Her eyes were given dramatic depth by the bright and strong makeup she wore. Dark black lines and dark tones emphasized her eyes. Her thick eyelashes gave her appearance a pleasant touch and produced a wonderful effect. The colors of her lipstick were muted and delicate. Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez (Photo by Stefano Rellandini / AFP) Jeff Bezos, the groom, looked effortlessly sophisticated in a traditional black suit and white shirt. Queen Rania Queen Rania selected a garment from Fendi's Fall/Winter 2018 Haute Couture collection that was beige with a hint of pink. Along its length, the dress had eye-catching lace accents and a gorgeous hue. She had a lovely shawl around her shoulders in a matching color. Jordan's Queen Rania (Photo by Marco BERTORELLO / AFP) Kim Kardashian Kim Kardashian showed up wearing a tight-cut, open-chested snakeskin dress. Khloe Kardashian accessorized a black bodycon shirt with a sheer gray and black dress. Kris Jenner chose a long, black satin dress with wide sleeves, a V-neck, and two black roses at the waist. US reality TV personality Kim Kardashian (Photo by Marco BERTORELLO / AFP) Kylie and Kendall Jenner Kylie Jenner chose a long, thin, strapless yellow dress with eye-catching holes. Kendall Jenner sported a wraparound neckline and a floral dress. The floral designs, which included orange, green, and pink, were vivid and vivid. US model Kendall Jenner (L) and US entrepreneur Kylie Jenner (Photo by Marco BERTORELLO / AFP) Oprah Winfrey Oprah Winfrey showed up in a long dress with an open waist on both sides, giving off a breezy vibe. The white and burgundy color scheme created a lovely and cozy look. She accessorized with sunglasses that complemented the dress's hue. US journalist Gayle King (L) and US talk show host Oprah Winfrey (Photo by Marco BERTORELLO / AFP) Ivanka Trump Oscar de la Renta's floral-embroidered dress was worn by Ivanka Trump. The dress is light pink at the bottom and white at the top, with a delicate, short cut. It has floral embroidery all over the dress and around the shoulders.
Daily Mail
15 hours ago
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- Daily Mail
Oprah Winfrey shows off her slimmed-down figure in Venice ahead of Lauren Sanchez and Jeff Bezos' wedding after taking weight loss drugs
Oprah showed off her slimmed-down figure as she arrived in Venice for the lavish wedding of Lauren Sanchez and Jeff Bezos on Friday. 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. 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 King, 70, who has also dropped the pounds. A-list stars have flocked to the romantic city of Venice 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. 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 wedding ceremony itself is set to take place on Friday, June 27 - but festivities are already underway in preparation for the big day. Winfrey, 71, 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 Ozempic wedding! Celebrities including Oprah showed off their skinny waistlines at Lauren Sanchez and Jeff Bezos' wedding extravaganza in Venice on Thursday Kim Kardashian and bride-to-be Lauren Sanchez showcased their tiny waistlines at the pre-wedding party Her locks were partially pulled back away from her face with a black headband and she also slipped into a pair of white sneakers. Oprah sported a pair of brown-rimmed shades and carried a large tote bag in her hand before heading to her hotel. 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 earlier this month 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.' Winfrey - 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 wearing a white sweatshirt and matching sweatpants 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 Oprah is pictured in August 2019 before her weight loss Her hair was parted in the middle and effortlessly flowed down past her shoulders in light curl; seen above with Gayle King, who has also lost weight recently Kim has also recently sparked surgery speculation as she continues to flash her tiny waistline 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 is seen here with billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos 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. Last week on her Khloe In Wonder Land podcast, she addressed the 'gross' reaction that she got over her weight loss 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
16 hours ago
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- Daily Mail
Khloe Kardashian looks stylish as she hits the shops with leopard print clad mum Kris Jenner on her birthday - ahead of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's $20M Venice wedding
Khloe Kardashian looked as stylish as ever while hitting the shops with her leopard print clad mother Kris Jenner in Venice on Friday. The duo, alongside other family members Kim Kardashian, Kylie Jenner and Kendall Jenner recently arrived in the Italian city for Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez 's $20million wedding extravaganza. And during a break from the festivities amid the star-studded three-day celebration, Khloe enjoyed some downtime with her parent, 69, as she marked her 41st birthday. The birthday girl slipped her gym-honed figure into a simple black summer for the outing, which she teamed with oversized dark shades and black sandals. Khloe was also seen appearing to have a chat with a young fan as they mingled outside designer store Moncler in the sunshine. Meanwhile, Kris dressed to impress in an animal print ensemble by Dolce & Gabbana, complete with shades and statement earrings, as the mother and daughter duo enjoyed some retail therapy together. Coincidentally, fashion designer Domenico Dolce was also seen out and about in Venice with pals, presumably in town for the nuptials. While pals Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King dressed down in sportswear as they breakfasted together at the Gritti Hotel in Venice. The group have joined a whole host of A-list guests who have travelled to the Italian city for the $20million nuptials, set to take place on Friday, June 27. And they kicked off the weekend-long celebrations with a welcome dinner at the Campo Della Madonna dell'Orto, with some very notable names in attendance including Orlando Bloom, Ivanka Trump, Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Brady. Ahead of the dinner, Kim turned heads as she shared a slew of racy snaps of her getting ready with Khloe and Kris for the big night out. Giving an insight into the glitzy night, Kim shared a number of photos in her hotel room with her glam squad and famous family. She flaunted her tiny waist in a figure-hugging Versace snakeskin dress that clung to her frame and featured small cutouts on the front. Meanwhile, Khloe put on an equally stylish display in a fitted dress with small cutouts on the material and a low-cut neckline. Their matriarch Kris looked effortlessly chic in a long black gown adorned with tulle balloon sleeves as they got glammed-up for the big night out. She captioned the snaps: 'Italian Summers.' During the night, Kim was seen spending time on a boat with her momager and sibling. She struck a few poses as the sun set in the distance as Khloe snapped some photos - but a hilarious detail quickly emerged to reveal that the Good American founder had been taking selfies of herself rather than of Kim. The mother-of-four took light of the incident and jokingly shared the moment to her Instagram stories and wrote, 'when u always think it's about u @khloekardashian.' Elsewhere during the busy night, both Kendall and Kylie Jenner were also seen leaving a Venice hotel. However, it wasn't a smooth-night out for the wedding party as they were forced to take cover from a huge freak thunderstorm. The lavish event held at the Madonna dell Orto cloisters marked the start of the billionaire couple's lavish three-day wedding in Venice, Italy, which will come to a close on Saturday. However, Thursday night's star-studded soiree was brought to an early end due to the intense downpour. Guests dived for cover under the vaulted cloisters as lightening bolts flashed across the sky and thunder rumbled overhead at the end of what was a torridly humid day with temperatures nudging 96.8° Fahrenheit. Torrential downpours and a strong wind left guests soaked as they then dashed for water taxis which had been scrambled a good 45 minutes ahead of the midnight finish time. The strong gusts of winds whipped table cloths away and sent waiters scurrying for umbrellas to protect the VIP attendees.
