Jeff Bezos Marries Lauren Sanchez in Star-Studded $36M Venice Wedding

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez celebrated their extravagant wedding in Venice, Italy, described as a "wedding of the century," with around 200 high-profile guests including celebrities like Oprah Winfrey, the Kardashian-Jenner family, Leonardo DiCaprio, and business figures such as Bill Gates and Ivanka Trump. The multi-day event featured lavish venues such as the Aman Venice hotel and Bezos' $500 million superyacht, Koru, with total expenses estimated between $10 million and $20 million, sparking public criticism amid ongoing debates about wealth inequality. The celebrations included a lavish welcome party at the Madonna dell'Orto cloisters, where guests like Sarah Murdoch and Lachlan Murdoch appeared, showcasing glamorous attire and high spirits. Bill Gates attended the festivities with his girlfriend Paula Hurd, highlighting the event's blend of celebrity and business elite attendees. The scale of the wedding led to logistical challenges, including full bookings of Venice's luxury hotels and preparations for up to 100 private jets arriving at the airport. Despite the grandeur and star power, some invited celebrities like Beyoncé and Katy Perry could not attend due to prior commitments.