Charlize Theron Rips Bezos-Sánchez $50M Wedding: “They Suck and We’re Cool”

Oscar-winning actress Charlize Theron is making headlines after unleashing a blistering critique of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s $50 million wedding extravaganza in Venice, Italy.

Speaking candidly at the fifth annual Block Party for her charity, the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project, the 49-year-old actress didn’t hesitate to express her disdain for the billionaire couple’s lavish nuptials—an event attended by A-list celebrities, political elites, and global tycoons.

“I think we might be the only people who did not get an invite to the Bezos wedding,” Theron said to an amused crowd in Los Angeles. “But that’s OK because they suck and we’re cool,” she quipped, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

While her comment drew laughter, the actress quickly pivoted to a more serious tone, slamming global political backslides on human rights and social justice issues. “Especially when the world feels like it’s burning—because it is,” she said.

“Here in Los Angeles, in the US, and across the globe, we’re moving backwards fast,” Theron continued. “Immigration policy has destroyed the lives of families, not criminals; women’s rights are becoming less and less every day; queer and trans lives are increasingly being erased; and gender-based violence is on the rise. This isn’t just policy—it’s personal.”

She ended her fiery commentary with a blunt mic-drop: “Yeah, f–k them.”

Theron’s sharp rebuke came amid growing criticism of Bezos and Sánchez’s over-the-top celebration, which reportedly cost upwards of $50 million and spanned three days in Venice’s most luxurious venues. The opulent affair, which included private gondolas, fireworks, couture gowns, and a guest list of the Hollywood and Silicon Valley elite, has come under fire for what critics are calling a “tone-deaf display of wealth” at a time of growing global unrest.

Adding fuel to the backlash, legendary broadcaster Katie Couric also took a shot—this time at Sánchez’s choice of bridal wear. In a now-deleted Instagram comment under a post by John F. Kennedy’s grandson, Jack Schlossberg, Couric wrote: “Welcome to the eighties — when big hair and conspicuous consumption ruled. Apparently tacky is back.” Schlossberg cheekily responded, “Let’s bring back scrunchies,” referencing the notorious ’80s hair accessory mocked in pop culture.

While Sánchez was in the crosshairs of fashion critiques, another name quietly stole the spotlight: MacKenzie Scott, Bezos’ ex-wife and one of the world’s most philanthropic billionaires.

Mia Farrow, 80, posted a nostalgic photo of Scott on Instagram, writing: “How awesome is MacKenzie Scott! (Jeff Bezos’ first wife and mother of his 4 children).” Farrow praised Scott’s extraordinary generosity, noting she had given $19.3 billion to over 1,600 charitable organizations as of December 2024.

Other celebrities echoed the sentiment. Actress Olivia Munn responded, “Truly incredible,” while author Cheryl Strayed added, “She’s incredible.” Actress Rosanna Arquette summed up the mood: “She’s a force of humanity and good.”

Since divorcing Bezos in 2019 after 25 years of marriage, Scott has largely avoided the spotlight. But her commitment to giving away at least half of her fortune has drawn admiration across political and cultural lines. Her philanthropic efforts stand in stark contrast to the spectacle in Venice—a juxtaposition that many on social media and in the press have not overlooked.

The contrast between Bezos’ luxury wedding and Scott’s low-key philanthropy has only intensified the scrutiny on the Amazon founder and his new wife. Critics argue that the timing of the wedding celebration—amid escalating global conflicts, economic inequality, and social turmoil—underscores a disturbing disconnect between the ultra-wealthy and everyday citizens.

Theron’s unfiltered remarks have sparked both applause and debate, with many praising her willingness to speak truth to power. Others see her comments as emblematic of a broader shift within Hollywood, where more stars are using their platforms to challenge excess and call for equity.

In a year marked by growing concern over climate change, humanitarian crises, and attacks on democratic institutions, the clash between public values and private opulence is only becoming sharper. For many, Theron’s blunt honesty was a long-overdue reminder of what truly matters—and who deserves our attention.

As celebrities choose sides in this unfolding culture war of wealth, privilege, and purpose, one thing is certain: the honeymoon period for Bezos and Sánchez, at least in the court of public opinion, may already be over.