Jeff Bezos, Lauren Sánchez Hold Extravagant $48M Wedding in Venice

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez are hosting an extravagant three-day wedding celebration in Venice, Italy, from June 24 to 26, 2025, with around 200 high-profile guests including celebrities such as Kim Kardashian, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Oprah Winfrey. The lavish festivities include events aboard Bezos's $500 million superyacht, Koru, and various exclusive venues in Venice, with a strong emphasis on supporting local Venetian suppliers and charities. The wedding's cost is estimated between $10 million to $48 million, with reports indicating a spend of about $50,000 per guest, reflecting the couple's immense wealth—Bezos's net worth is currently around $227 billion. Security has been significantly tightened due to local protests concerned about over-tourism, even forcing the relocation of the final event from San Giorgio Maggiore to minimize disruption. Bezos proposed to Sánchez in May 2023 with a 30-carat cushion-cut diamond ring valued between $3 and $5 million, highlighting the luxurious nature of their union. Despite the grandeur, the wedding has faced challenges from local activists in Venice, who have threatened protests to disrupt the event, prompting extensive security and logistical measures.