Jeff Bezos Plans Star-Studded Lavish Wedding in Venice Amid Protests

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez are preparing for a lavish multi-day wedding celebration in Venice, widely regarded as the wedding of the century, with an estimated cost ranging from $10 million to $48 million. The festivities will include multiple themed parties such as a pajama party, cocktail events, a rehearsal dinner, and a reception attended by approximately 200 elite guests, including Oprah Winfrey, Ivanka Trump, Mick Jagger, and Katy Perry. The wedding planning is being discreetly managed by London-based Italian aristocrats Lanza & Baucina Limited, known for organizing high-profile events like George and Amal Clooney's wedding. Despite the grandeur, local residents and environmental activists have protested against the event, citing concerns over disruption, the city's commercialization, and Bezos' wealth, with banners and slogans calling for higher taxes on billionaires. In response, the planners and Venice's mayor have emphasized efforts to minimize disruption, respect local residents, and prioritize sourcing 80% of goods and services from local vendors. The couple has also hosted pre-wedding events including a star-studded bachelorette party in Paris and a foam party on Bezos' superyacht.