Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Celebrate Wedding with Star-Studded Weekend in Venice

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez officially sealed their romance with a lavish wedding celebration that stretched across three days and captivated both the paparazzi and the public. The couple exchanged vows on Friday in Venice, Italy, launching a series of glamorous events that drew a constellation of A-list celebrities to one of Europe’s most romantic cities.

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos on the day of their wedding in Venice, Italy, June 27, 2025. (laurensanchezbezos via Reuters)

Photographers captured intimate moments of the newlyweds embracing and sharing a kiss outside their hotel on Saturday before departing for a celebration with friends and family. Sánchez, a former journalist and media personality, stunned in a strapless pale pink chiffon gown adorned with silver embroidery, accessorized with diamond earrings that shimmered in the Venetian light. Bezos, Amazon’s founder and one of the world’s wealthiest men, complemented her look in a sleek black suit.

Saturday’s festivities marked day three of a wedding weekend that played out like a Hollywood film premiere. Attendees included a parade of recognizable names, from Oprah Winfrey to Leonardo DiCaprio, many of whom arrived in style via water taxis and luxury transports through the city’s canals.

Amazon’s founder Jeff Bezos waved to on-lookers with his new wife, Lauren Sánchez Bezos, in Italy on Saturday. (Stefano Rellandini/AFP via Getty Images)

Lauren Sánchez Bezos arrived at Harry’s Bar restaurant a day after her wedding to Jeff Bezos. (Stefano Rellandini/AFP via Getty Images)

Jeff blows a kiss to the camera as he leaves Harry’s Bar with Lauren. (Andrea Pattaro / AFP)

Oprah Winfrey turned heads in a high-necked satin pantsuit with feathered cuffs, joined by longtime friend Gayle King, who wore a floral cape over a satin gown. Kylie Jenner was seen aboard a water taxi with her mother Kris Jenner and sister Kendall, dressed in a white fringe crop top and matching skirt, while Kris chose a black-and-white patterned coat with feather trim. Kendall, always the fashion force, stepped out in a dramatic royal blue velvet hooded mini dress.

The scene was a perfect snapshot of modern celebrity culture: cameras flashing, fans lining the streets, and couture gowns floating along the water like something out of a dream. Sports Illustrated model Brooks Nader wore a curve-hugging black lace bodysuit, and Vittoria Cerretti, model and girlfriend to Leonardo DiCaprio, shimmered in a semi-sheer silver gown with cap sleeves and a diamond necklace.

For the newlyweds, the weekend was the culmination of a high-profile relationship that’s garnered public attention since it began. Sánchez, now officially Lauren Sánchez Bezos, revealed details of her wedding to Vogue, including a first look at her dress—an elegant lace Dolce & Gabbana gown with sheer sleeves and a high neckline.

“It is a departure from what people expect—from what I expect—but it’s very much me,” Sánchez told Vogue. “I think he [Jeff] will be pleasantly surprised. I mean, it’s so elegant. It’s timeless.”

The ceremony itself featured deeply personal touches. Sánchez was walked down the aisle by her two sons, Nikko and Evan, while her daughter, Ella, served as maid of honor and gave a reading during the ceremony. All three of her children, whom she shares with her ex-husband, Patrick Whitesell, wore outfits designed by Dolce & Gabbana.

On Friday, shortly after the ceremony, the couple was spotted arriving at the famed Harry’s Bar, where they smiled and waved to onlookers amid tight security. Bezos blew a kiss to the cameras, while Sánchez, her new wedding ring clearly visible, walked beside him, radiant and poised.

That night, the celebrations continued with a private event attended by some of the most recognizable faces in business, entertainment, and politics. Usher and his wife Jennifer Goicoechea were seen at the venue, as were Kris Jenner and her longtime partner Corey Gamble. A newly single Orlando Bloom made an appearance, alongside other celebrities like Sydney Sweeney and Karlie Kloss.

The extravagant weekend kicked off on Thursday with a welcome party that exemplified European luxury. According to People, guests were transported to the venue—a closed cloister next to the Madonna dell’Orto church—in a convoy of approximately 30 boats. There, they enjoyed handcrafted pizza prepared by a renowned Neapolitan chef. Baskets of fresh flowers and a grand piano helped transform the space into a warm and elegant setting for the first of many unforgettable nights.

In true Bezos fashion, the wedding was both grand and meticulously orchestrated. The multi-day celebration not only cemented the couple’s bond but also underscored their unique place in the elite social fabric that merges technology, entertainment, and global influence.

Sánchez marked the occasion on Instagram with a heartfelt caption—“06/27/2025”—alongside a red heart and the official reveal of her new name. She also shared the Vogue cover that featured her in her wedding gown, a symbol of her transformation from high-flying journalist to one of the most closely watched public figures in the world.

As the couple wrapped up their Venice festivities, the message was clear: this wasn’t just a wedding. It was a statement—a fusion of love, legacy, and high-profile pageantry. And with the eyes of the world upon them, Jeff and Lauren Sánchez Bezos delivered a celebration that was equal parts intimate and iconic.