Lauren Sánchez’s wedding gown has been revealed.
She married Jeff Bezos in an opulent ceremony on the island of San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice.
Bezos was seen clad in a black tux and bowtie on his way to the altar. Sánchez, meanwhile, wore a mermaid style Dolce & Gabbana gown complete with lace long sleeves, a corset top, and buttons straight down the center.
Sánchez shared a first photo on her newly renamed Instagram, holding hands with Bezos as they both flashed big grins.
The Amazon founder and former journalist arrived at the opulent Aman Hotel on Wednesday via helicopter after spending time in Croatia on board Bezos’s $500 million mega yacht, Koru.
The nuptials are expected to cost between $46 and $55 million, which is unlikely to make a dent in Bezos’s $231 billion net worth.
Bill Gates, Leonardo DiCaprio, Kim Kardashian, Tom Brady, and Orlando Bloom have all been seen at what is already being dubbed “the wedding of the century.”
Still, Venice locals continue to protest the presence of the American couple and their wealthy friends.
Follow along below for live updates
Key Points
- Everything we know about Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s opulent Venice wedding as protests continue
- The best and worst celebrity outfits from across the three-day celebration
- Full list of every celebrity in attendance
- Sánchez’s $4 million diamond ring
First look at Sánchez's wedding dress
21:32 , Caitlin HornikLauren Sánchez Bezos has shared her first photo as a newlywed.
She and Bezos tied the knot in Venice Friday evening.
The white gown featured buttons straight down the center of the dress, long lace sleeves, a corset top, and mermaid-style cut.
Sánchez shows off rings, bracelet
22:00 , Caitlin HornikOn Friday, the former journalist was spotted leaving the Aman Hotel ahead of her lavish wedding ceremony clad in a cream, two-piece suit, sunglasses, and a chic headscarf.
Close-up photos also revealed two enormous diamond rings on her right and left ring fingers. One appeared to be a pillow-cut, while the other was an oval-shaped rock.
According to Zack Stone of Steve Stone Jewellers, “The piece features what appears to be a magnificent 20-carat cushion-cut diamond set in a sleek platinum band.”
Stone estimated the oval-cut diamond ring to be worth an astonishing $4 million, surpassing the 20-carat pink diamond ring Bezos used to propose to Sánchez in 2023, which was valued at $2.5 million.
The former journalist was also seen wearing a bracelet with the initials “LB,” in a nod to her soon-to-be married name.
Brittany Miller reports:
Lauren Sánchez shows off $4 million diamond wedding ring — and nod to her new name
First reaction to Sánchez's wedding dress
21:43 , Caitlin HornikAfter Sánchez changed her Instagram name and posted her first photo as a newlywed, many have voiced their thoughts on her gown.
“Very beautiful,” someone wrote.
“Stunning bride,” another shared.
“The dress is on point,” someone else said.
But not everyone felt the same.
“All that money and still no class, hideous dress!” someone commented on X.
Very beautiful
— Afee (@Afeemetax) June 27, 2025
Security remains on patrol in Venice
21:39 , Caitlin HornikIn addition to the flurry of media attention, the Bezos-Sánchez wedding has required a significant security presence.
Bodyguards, security, and cops were all seen throughout the day, stationed on boats in the canal and at hotels in the area.
Sánchez changes Instagram name, scrubs account
21:18 , Caitlin HornikLauren Sánchez has added Bezos to her Instagram account.
Deleting all of her posts except for three pinned at the top of her profile, her name now reads Lauren Sánchez Bezos.
Controversy over wedding continues to set social media ablaze
21:00 , Caitlin HornikOnlookers continue to flood social media with their thoughts on the wedding.
“Every private jet in the world is landing in Venice for Jeff Bezos’ wedding and I’m still trying to finish my iced coffee before the paper straw disintegrates,” one account wrote on X.
“Annoying? It's breathtakingly obscene,” someone else commented.
“It’s the most drawn out waste of time and money ever. You’re both adults. Why make such a spectacle out of it? I’m too practical for this stuff,” another wrote.
“I'm ignoring it!! Too tacky and gaudy!” someone else chimed in.
I like Sanchez but even I have to admit the vulgarity of the entire show of wealth. It is horrifying.
— THEGreatLAWYER💙🔥⚡ (@lawyer_sophie) June 27, 2025
Bezos and Sánchez have tied the knot
20:36 , Caitlin HornikBezos and Sánchez are officially married.
The couple wed in a black-tie ceremony on the island of San Giorgio Maggiore, as previously reported.
According to People, the ceremony started with a performance of Elvis Presley’s “Can’t Help Falling in Love,” sung by Matteo Bocelli.
While Bezos was seen arriving on the island in his tux, Sánchez has not yet been seen in a wedding gown.
Sánchez reaches out to Katy Perry amid Orlando Bloom split
20:30 , Caitlin HornikSánchez has reached out to Katy Perry as she skips out on the former journalist’s Venice wedding.
Following the 40-year-old singer’s rumored breakup from Orlando Bloom, she turned to Instagram on Friday to share a series of photos from her time in Australia, where she performed on her ongoing Lifetimes tour. “Mood: Quokka,” she captioned the post.
One of the comments on the post came from Sánchez, who took time out of her three-day wedding extravaganza to comment: “We miss you, Katy,” alongside a heart emoji.
Brittany Miller reports:
Lauren Sánchez sends message to Katy Perry as she misses Venice wedding
Orlando Bloom seen enjoying evening after Katy Perry split
20:19 , Caitlin HornikNewly single Orlando Bloom appeared to be having a grand time at Thursday evening’s welcome bash.
Bloom was seen leaving the Madonna dell Orto cloisters with fellow guests before cruising on the Venice canals back to his hotel.
He was spotted leaving the Aman Hotel en route to the party clad in a beige suit with a white shirt.
Friday morning, Bloom emerged in a baseball cap and black t-shirt for a pre-wedding outing.
His Venice trip marks his first public outing since reports emerged of his split from Katy Perry after nearly 10 years.
Shahana Yasmin reports:
Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom reportedly break up after nearly nine years together
Brooks Nader joins in the party
20:12 , Caitlin HornikUS model Brooks Nader was seen in a pink strapless dress on a water taxi en route to the celebrations.
Onlookers react to Sánchez's demure morning look
20:07 , Caitlin HornikLauren Sánchez's morning look drew loads of commentary.
On Friday, the former journalist was spotted leaving the Aman Hotel ahead of her lavish wedding ceremony clad in a cream, two-piece suit, sunglasses, and a chic headscarf.
It was surely a more subtle look than her Thursday Schiaparelli haute couture welcome dinner dress — and onlookers noticed.
“A look that will truly surprise everyone — completely unexpected, completely different It evokes La Dolce Vita vibes, with echoes of Liz Taylor and Jackie Onassis,” one person wrote on X.
“Well I guess she has since fired her stylist from Trump's inauguration. This is 10x more appropriate,” someone else said.
“This is a good look for her! She should lean into this type of style,” someone else chimed in.
“Much better than what she wore yesterday,” another shared.
“Wow what a huge improvement,” someone else wrote.
This is a good look for her! She should lean into this type of style. 🌹
— Crane and Bee (@CraneandBee) June 27, 2025
Kendall and Kylie Jenner emerge
19:54 , Caitlin HornikKendall and Kylie Jenner have been seen leaving the Gritti Palace Hotel en route to the wedding.
Kendall opted for a subdued black dress with thin straps, while Kylie wore a light colored corset-top dress.
General wedding attire round up
19:48 , Caitlin HornikMany of the Bezos-Sánchez wedding guests appear to have followed a black tie dress code.
Many of the men were in black tuxedos or suits, with the occasional pattern popping up, like Usher’s Houndstooth fit.
Attire varied more among the women. Some, like Gayle King and Khloe Kardashian, opted for brighter shades, while others went for a more muted or simple approach, like Kim Kardashian’s black gown.
We’re keeping tabs on the best and worst of the weekend.
Amber Raiken reports:
The best and worst outfits from Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s celebrity wedding
Kylie Jenner shows off outfit on Instagram
19:33 , Caitlin HornikJenner’s departure from her hotel was a bit more understated, it seems, than that of her sisters Khloe and Kim Kardashian.
But Jenner did post a video from a water taxi ride showing more of a close up of her attire for the evening.
While her bra-corset top looked white at first glimpse, it might actually be more of a pale blue.
Singer Ellie Goulding joins the party
19:17 , Caitlin HornikSinger Ellie Goulding has been seen heading to the wedding festivities.
The “Lights” singer opted for a sequined look and wore her hair down for the occasion.
Orlando Bloom looks sharp
19:11 , Caitlin HornikThe reportedly newly single Pirates in the Caribbean star looked dapper in a black-and-white tux headed to the wedding.
Khloe Kardashian celebrates 41st birthday
19:03 , Caitlin HornikKardashian and her famous family, including sister Kim, were all smiles en route to the wedding.
Island hosting Friday night's celebration 'to remain open to public'
19:00 , Caitlin HornikA new TMZ report insisted that the island where the Bezos-Sánchez wedding will be held Friday will remain open to the public.
Sources told the publication that businesses on one side of the island will remain open. That includes two museums, a cafe, and a sailing club, according to the report.
Those businesses will close at their regular times.
However, the island is broken up into two different sections, with the one reportedly being taken over by the wedding being separate from the business side.
A report from Today revealed the couple will exchange vows at in a ceremony at the island’s Teatro Verde on that separate side of the island.
Construction workers “built a wide white cover above Teatro Verde” and workers were seen “unloading pallets, tables and chairs by the island’s yacht club, near the Labyrinth of Borges, a tree maze inspired by the Argentine writer Jorge Luis Borges,” according to The New York Times.
Caitlin Hornik reports on what we know (so far) about the wedding:
Everything we know about Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s opulent Venice wedding
Leonardo DiCaprio continues to hide behind ball cap
18:55 , Caitlin HornikDiCaprio has only ben seen in Venice wearing his signature Los Angeles Dodgers baseball cap.
Friday was no different.
He boarded a water taxi in a full tux, but hiding behind the hat.
Khloe Kardashian opts for a light pink feathered ensemble
18:48 , Caitlin HornikAnother Kardashian has entered the chat.
Khloe opted for a tight-fitting pink sequined dress accented with feathered sleeves, and her hair slicked back in a low bun. She wore a statement necklace and black sunglasses on the water taxi like her sister, Kim.
Kim Kardashian dons all-black
18:40 , Caitlin HornikKim Kardashian accepts some assistance while boarding a water taxi to the wedding.
Unlike her younger sister, Kardashian opted for an all-black ensemble with a big statement necklace.
Kylie Jenner wears ... white?
18:36 , Caitlin HornikKylie Jenner has emerged from her hotel, clad in what can only be described as a white bra with black bows, complete with a corset-topped skirt.
It appears to be white, though the lighting may be impacting the look.
Kris Jenner and Corey Gamble
18:30 , Caitlin HornikThe matriarch of the Kardashian-Jenner clan and her long-term boyfriend were seen leaving the Gritti Palce Hotel.
Jenner opted for a puffy-sleeve look for the second time this week, with the cream-colored sleeves complimenting the black body of her gown, while Gamble sported an all-black look.
Usher and Tom Brady cruise the canals in style
18:23 , Caitlin HornikThe singer and the legendary NFL quarterback were seen riding a water taxi in Venice together ahead of the big ceremony.
The “Yeah!” singer opted for a Houndstooth suit and bowtie, while the seven-time Super Bowl-winning quarterback donned an all-black look.
Ivanka Trump gives 'Wicked' vibes
18:21 , Caitlin HornikIvanka Trump and her husband Jared Kushner have left their hotel.
Trump was sporting a light pink and silver glittery gown — giving massive Glinda in Wicked vibes. All it’s missing is a big hoop skirt.
Karlie Kloss seen boarding water taxi
18:16 , Caitlin HornikModel Kloss is sporting a black, off-the-shoulder gown for the extravaganza.
Kloss was seen arriving in Venice Thursday.
Jewel arrives for the wedding
18:05 , Caitlin HornikSinger Jewel has been seen boarding a water taxi en route to the wedding.
She was rumored to have made the guest list but had kept a low profile until Friday.
The “Who Will Save Your Soul” singer opted for a high-to-low hemmed red dress with a giant flower embellishment.
Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King depart for wedding
18:01 , Caitlin HornikThe former talk show host and CBS correspondent wore bright colored frocks as they boarded a water taxi from the Gritti Palace Hotel.
Bill Gates leaves Venice hotel
17:56 , Caitlin HornikMicrosoft co-founder Gates and his partner Paula Hurd were all dressed up and ready to attend the wedding.
Anna Wintour helped Sánchez pick out a wedding gown
17:53 , Caitlin HornikAnna Wintour, who recently announced her departure from American Vogue after serving as editor-in-chief for nearly 40 years, reportedly helped Lauren Sánchez decide on a wedding gown.
A new report from Page Six indicated Sánchez will be wearing Dolce & Gabbana.
Sánchez picked a designer she had a long-standing relationship with, according to the publication. Bezos will also reportedly be wearing a tux from the designer.
Bezos and Wintour have been friends for years, as Amazon was a sponsor for the 2012 Met Gala.
Sánchez then earned an invite to the Met Gala in 2024 as Bezos’s fiancee.
Designers Dolce & Gabbana are in Venice
17:45 , Caitlin HornikItalian designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana have been spotted in Venice.
The sightings come after a new report from Page Six indicated Sánchez and Bezos will be wearing Dolce & Gabbana for her big day.
Bezos's adoptive father spotted
17:41 , Caitlin HornikMiguel Bezos, the Amazon founder’s adoptive father, has been seen leaving the Aman Hotel.
Bezos flanked by security en route to wedding
17:32 , Caitlin HornikAmazon founder Bezos was flanked by multiple security guards as well as cops in the canal on his way to meet Sánchez at the altar.
Bezos emerges from Aman Hotel
17:23 , Caitlin HornikClad in a black tux — rumored to be Dolce & Gabbana — Bezos is all smiles heading to his wedding.
The Amazon founder flashed a giant grin and waved as he left the hotel.
Kylie Jenner shares BTS from Thursday night
17:22 , Caitlin HornikKylie Jenner has posted a ton of photos and videos from her trip to Venice thus far.
The Friday morning post included sweet snaps of her and sister Kendall getting ready for Thursday night’s welcome party.
Kylie also posted a photo with her two children to her Instagram Story, commenting on how big daughter Stormi is.
Onlookers continue to rage against wedding
17:09 , Caitlin HornikThose keeping tabs on the Bezos-Sánchez wedding from afar continue to comment on the over-the-top nuptials.
“A $20m wedding for them is like me springing for Chick Fila’ instead of McDonalds,” one person wrote on X.
“Absolutely everything about the Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez wedding is annoying,” another said while someone responded: “By annoying, I assume you meant disgusting.”
“Fake and grotesque. Money can buy you friends, apparently,” another chimed in.
“Their lack of self-awareness is astounding,” someone else commented.
Fake and grotesque. Money can buy you friends, apparently.
— The Final Pam (@TheFinalPam1) June 27, 2025
Sánchez flashes two huge diamonds
16:46 , Caitlin HornikOn her way to marry Jeff Bezos, Lauren Sánchez flashed not one, but two huge diamond rings.
Wearing one on each of her ring fingers, one appeared to be a pillow-cut, while the other (on her left hand) is an absolutely massive oval-shaped rock.
Bezos proposed with a 20-carat, $2.5 million pink diamond ring in 2023.
Sánchez was also seen wearing a bracelet with the initials “LB,” in a nod to her married name.
Pregnant Karlie Kloss joined by husband Joshua Kushner
16:37 , Caitlin HornikModel Karlie Kloss has been joined in Venice by her husband, Joshua Kushner.
Kloss, who recently announced she and Kushner are expecting their third child together, wore a light pink A-line style dress to Thursday evening’s welcome party.
She was seen arriving solo Thursday in Venice before the festivities kicked off.
The couple will likely spend time with Kushner’s brother, Jared, and his wife, Ivanka Trump, who are also in Venice with their three kids for the wedding.
Kloss and Kushner are just the latest celebrity sightings in Venice.
Inga Parkel reports:
All the celebrities in attendance at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s lavish wedding
Sydney Sweeney joins in the celebrations
16:22 , Caitlin HornikSydney Sweeney has been spotted in Venice.
The Euphoria star wore a fun and frilly pink and green-hued dress to Thursday night’s welcome party. She shared a video of her look on Instagram Friday morning.
She was also seen strolling in Venice Friday morning, clad in a black dress and sunglasses.
Latest wedding venue details revealed
16:08 , Caitlin HornikA source in Italy told the Daily Mail that the official wedding ceremony will take place Friday, June 27, on the Venetian island of San Giorgio Maggiore, with Bezos’s Koru docked in the harbor, as part of the three-day extravaganza. The island is owned by the Cini Foundation and will not be open to the public, according to the source.
Additional reporting from Today revealed the couple will exchange vows at in a ceremony at the island’s Teatro Verde. The island is home to 500-year-old buildings, many made from white marble. But it’s the privacy that likely drew the couple to the location, as it’s reportedly difficult to access by any means of transportation.
Construction workers “built a wide white cover above Teatro Verde” and workers were seen “unloading pallets, tables and chairs by the island’s yacht club, near the Labyrinth of Borges, a tree maze inspired by the Argentine writer Jorge Luis Borges,” according to The New York Times.
Protests continue in Venice
15:49 , Caitlin HornikSeveral satirical signs have been seen throughout the city as locals continue to protest the lavish nuptials.
Lauren Sánchez's net worth revealed
15:28 , Caitlin HornikIt’s well-reported that Amazon founder Bezos has a massive net worth of $231 billion.
But what about Sánchez?
The former TV reporter continues to occasionally serve as a guest host on shows like The View.
Sánchez is also a licensed pilot with an aerial production company, Black Ops Aviation. She’s also an author and is known to do public speaking engagements.
Her reported net worth is $30 million.
Lauren Sánchez spotted on the morning of her wedding
15:14 , Caitlin HornikLauren Sánchez has been seen leaving the Aman Hotel on her wedding day.
Wearing a cream colored set, sunglasses, and a chic scarf wrapped around her head, she blew a kiss as she boarded a water taxi.
Kardashians post BTS photos from Thursday
15:08 , Caitlin HornikThe Kardashians are making it known that they’re in Venice.
Kim shared a post with various behind-the-scenes photos from Thursday evening’s secret welcome party.
Mom Kris Jenner and sister Khloe have reshared on their Stories with their own commentary.
Bill Gates seen with partner Paula Hurd
14:52 , Caitlin HornikMicrosoft co-founder Bill Gates and his partner Paula Hurd have been spotted taking in the Venetian sites.
The couple were all smiles leaving the Gallerie dell'Accademia di Venezia, a museum gallery of pre-19th-century art.
Blue skies after wild storm
14:39 , Caitlin HornikVenice looks lovely today; blue skies, not a cloud for miles. Seems to be a perfect day for a wedding.
Usher and wife pose for photos ahead of ceremony
14:15 , Caitlin HornikUsher and his wife, Jennifer Goicoechea, were spotted on a Venice water taxi ahead of Friday’s wedding ceremony.
She orchestrated a few snaps of the “Yeah!” singer before they posed together.
Watch live: Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's star-studded wedding celebrations underway in Venice
13:42 , Tom MurrayThe Independent has a live stream from Venice bringing you the latest footage of the couple on their wedding day.
Venice wedding day weather report
13:24 , Tom MurrayToday’s the big day, and the happy couple are in luck. After thunderstorms hit the welcome party last night, the weather today in Venice looks clear for the wedding ceremony with sunny skies and partial clouds. It will be hot though, with highs of 86 Fahrenheit (30 Celsius), according to The Weather Channel.
Italy’s health ministry warned residents and tourists of soaring temperatures across the country, issuing a red alert for 21 cities this weekend.
Orlando Bloom prepares for the ceremony
13:00 , Jacob StolworthyOrlando Bloom has been photographed leaving his hotel on the morning of the wedding.
The Pirates of the Caribbean star’s presence at the ceremony arrives days after reports claimed he had split from wife Katy Perry.
Best and worst looks roundup
12:00 , Jacob StolworthyAs celebrities continue to descend upon Venice for the Bezos-Sánchez wedding extravaganza, The Independent is keeping a close eye on the best and worst fashion moments.
Several looks from the bride, as well as from guests Kim Kardashian and Orlando Bloom, have already made our list.
Amber Raiken reports:
The best and worst outfits from Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s celebrity wedding
Bezos and Sánchez may already be married
11:00 , Jacob StolworthyA new report from the Daily Mail indicated the couple may have been married a month ago.
“The marriage is fully legal and took place in America under American law,” the unnamed source close to the organization of the Venice wedding told the Mail.
“Whatever happens at the wedding on Friday, it will not be a wedding. Under Italian law, it will not be a wedding celebration, any vows said or rings exchanged will have no legal meaning,” the source continued.
All the celebrities set to attend the wedding
10:00 , Jacob StolworthyJeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez have embarked on their extravagant, multi-day wedding celebration in Venice, Italy, accompanied by an impressive guest list of approximately 200, including politicians, Hollywood A-listers, and international royalty.
Here are all the guests expected to be in attendance:
All the celebrities in attendance at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s lavish wedding
Bezos’s gift to Sánchez revealed
09:00 , Jacob StolworthyJeff Bezos has reportedly gifted Lauren Sánchez a necklace worth whopping $3-5 million.
According to a Page Six report, she’ll likely be sporting the new accessory during the wedding weekend.
“It’s a diamond necklace that circles her neck with a large center stone and matching earrings,” a source told the publication.
“You won’t be able to miss this elegant diamond necklace as it’s almost as massive as Jeff’s superyacht,” the source continued. “Lauren is thrilled with her blinding new necklace and earrings that take her already impressive collection up several notches.”
Bezos proposed in 2023 with a 20-carat, $2.5 million pink diamond ring aboard his $500 million luxury superyacht, Koru.
Bezos's lookalike steals the show
08:00 , Caitlin HornikCagdas Halicilar of Germany is a professional Jeff Bezos lookalike.
He was pictured in Venice on Thursday and seemed to catch the attention of the couple on their way to the evening’s celebration.
Thunderstorm puts swift end to wedding party
07:55 , Jacob StolworthyThe celebrity guests attending the welcome party were forced gto run for cover when a hot day ending in torrential downpour, leaving stars including Leonardo DiCaprio and the Kardashians soaked.
According to reports, the wind was so strong that table clothes were being whipped away more than 45 minutes before the do was due to end.
Regardless, Sánchez was all smiles as she left the party, umbrella-in-hand. Meanwhile, guest Kylie Jenner shared a photo of her rain-soaked water taxi after making a quick exit.
When did Bezos and Sánchez get engaged?
07:00 , Caitlin HornikBezos proposed in May 2023 with a 20-carat, $2.5 million pink diamond ring aboard his $500 million luxury superyacht, Koru.
He left the ring under her pillow after a dinner on the vessel.
“When he opened the box, I think I blacked out a bit,” she told Vogue, adding that the proposal was so unexpected that she had already removed her make-up and was ready to go to bed.
Thursday's top-secret bash was 'no phone zone'
06:00 , Caitlin HornikMultiple reports indicate that Thursday evening’s welcome party was a phone-free zone.
Guests were reportedly told when to take a water taxi, but weren’t told where they were headed.
Details of the location have been kept closely guarded, though it’s believed to be an island.
But guests reportedly had to hand over their phones before entering, so we might not know immediately what transpired during the party.
Bezos and Sánchez show affection in Venice
05:00 , Caitlin HornikLovebirds Bezos and Sánchez showed off in front of the cameras while heading to Thursday night’s welcome party.
They posed and smiled for onlookers and even shared a kiss.
Ivanka Trump is 'ready to celebrate'
04:00 , Caitlin HornikIn a new Instagram post, Ivanka Trump said she was “ready to celebrate the love story of our friends,” tagging Bezos and Sánchez.
Clad in a pink ombre textured minidress adorned with flowers, Trump posed with her husband, Jared Kushner.
Sánchez's dress draws strong opinions
03:00 , Caitlin HornikFor the first official night of wedding celebrations, Sánchez stepped out in a Schiaparelli haute couture gown.
The corseted dress features a strapless design with floral embroidery and embellishments.
But onlookers were quick to draw a comparison between the look and various home decor.
“Kinda looks like my curtains,” one person wrote on X.
“Is she wearing a lampshade?” another asked.
“I repeat, money can’t buy you taste,” someone else chimed in.
Some were kinder, noting the craftsmanship of the dress.
But many people commented on how uncomfortable she looked.
“Love the silhouette and colors on her but she looks akward [sic],” someone said.
“Can she breathe? She looks awkward,” another shared.
I repeat, money can’t buy you taste
— Morally Corrupt Fayg Resnick (@DOOOORinda) June 26, 2025
How many water taxis are being used?
02:00 , Caitlin HornikWedding organizers reportedly booked at least 30 water taxis from different companies, according to Reuters.
The issue of reserving water taxis for wedding guests was a hot topic among locals protesting the nuptials.
Protesters were also fuming over the reported 90 private jets slated to land in Venice for the wedding, as well as the five luxury hotels booked for guests’ use.
How much will the wedding cost?
01:00 , Caitlin HornikSpeaking to reporters earlier in the week, Luca Zaia, president of the Veneto regional government that comprises Venice, said the Bezos-Sánchez wedding was expected to cost between $46.5 and $55.6 million.
That’s 40-48 million euros.
Initial estimates put the cost between $10 and $20 million.
Regardless, any amount in that ballpark remains unlikely to make a dent in Bezos’s $231 billion net worth.
Kris Jenner and boyfriend Corey Gamble are all smiles
Friday 27 June 2025 00:00 , Caitlin HornikKris Jenner and her boyfriend Corey Gamble were spotted smiling as they sailed on the Venice canals to Thursday night’s welcome party.
Gamble, 44, arrived solo at the Venice Marco Polo airport on Wednesday.
Jenner, 69, later turned up with daughters Kim and Khloe Kardashian.
Two of her other daughters, Kendall and Kylie Jenner, appeared Thursday for the welcome party.
Bezos's gift to Sánchez revealed
Thursday 26 June 2025 23:00 , Caitlin HornikJeff Bezos has reportedly gifted Lauren Sánchez a necklace worth whopping $3-5 million.
According to a Page Six report, she’ll likely be sporting the new accessory during the wedding weekend.
“It’s a diamond necklace that circles her neck with a large center stone and matching earrings,” a source told the publication.
“You won’t be able to miss this elegant diamond necklace as it’s almost as massive as Jeff’s superyacht,” the source continued. “Lauren is thrilled with her blinding new necklace and earrings that take her already impressive collection up several notches.”
Bezos proposed in 2023 with a 20-carat, $2.5 million pink diamond ring aboard his $500 million luxury superyacht, Koru.
Onlookers react to Bezos-Sánchez wedding
Thursday 26 June 2025 22:30 , Caitlin HornikThose following the pomp and circumstance of the Bezos-Sánchez wedding from afar have commented on the extravaganza.
“The extravagance of this Jeff Bezos wedding ceremony is embarrassing to have to watch. Imagine how many children he could feed...” one person wrote on X.
Another called it a “rip off” of George and Amal Clooney’s 2014 Italian wedding.
Commenting on the exorbitant wealth on display, someone else said: “Some 100 private jets will fly to Venice for Jeff Bezos' wedding, and I recycle yoghurt cup lids.”
“Many of us helped pay for his wedding and we didn’t even get an invite,” another added.
The extravagance of this Jeff Bezos wedding ceremony is embarrassing to have to watch. Imagine how many children he could feed...
— Amee Vanderpool (@girlsreallyrule) June 26, 2025
Bezos and Sánchez have reportedly signed a prenup
Thursday 26 June 2025 22:15 , Caitlin HornikNot only are Bezos and Sánchez already married — they’ve also signed a massive prenup, according to reports.
A Page Six report indicated that the couple, who mainly live in Florida, signed the agreement and were wed in a ceremony in the United States before jetting off to Italy for their luxurious nuptials.
One divorce attorney told the outlet: “They can get married anywhere as their prenup would generally be drafted to include its enforceability everywhere.”
“Divorce can only happen in the state of the primary residence,” added the Florida attorney. “So if they live in Florida, no matter where they marry or what the prenup says, they would have to divorce in Florida.
“Likewise, if they left Florida and moved to New York as a primary residence they would have to divorce in NY. A prenup cannot confer jurisdiction on a state to grant a divorce without residency in that state.”
More Venice arrivals
Thursday 26 June 2025 22:00 , Caitlin HornikModel Karlie Kloss had landed in Venice.
Kloss, who is pregnant with her third child, was seen in a black top with an oversized cream hat with a black stripe. Her hair was pulled back into a ponytail and she wore black sunglasses.
Her husband, Jared Kushner’s brother Joshua, wasn’t with her as she exited a water taxi, according to multiple reports.
It’s unclear if he’ll join her for the wedding festivities.
But Kloss will surely be fine if she has to go it alone knowing her brother-in-law Jared and sister-in-law, Ivanka Trump, are also in Venice.
We’re keeping tabs on the latest celebrity arrivals in Venice as the Bezos-Sánchez celebrations continue.
Inga Parkel reports:
All the celebrities in attendance at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s lavish wedding
Bezos and Sánchez 'sent guests mood boards'
Thursday 26 June 2025 21:45 , Caitlin HornikA new report from Page Six revealed that while Bezos and Sánchez are keeping tight-lipped about certain details, they did manage to send guests mood boards to help them determine what to wear.
A source told the publication the boards were meant to serve as inspiration for each night’s event with examples provided.
But as guests boarded water taxis to Thursday evening’s festivities, a vast array of looks were being served. If there was a theme for the night, it wasn’t immediately clear.
Sánchez herself opted for a haute couture look that vaguely resembled a lampshade.
Kim Kardashian wore a tight-fitting snakeskin print dress, while her younger siblings, Kendall and Kylie Jenner, opted for florals.
Bezos and Sánchez are keeping details closely guarded
Thursday 26 June 2025 21:30 , Caitlin HornikA new report from Page Six indicated that the couple aren’t spilling the details of their wedding event location.
In fact, sources said the couple simply told their guests when to board water taxis without telling them much else.
“The guests don’t know the locations,” the source told the publication. “They were given times and no details. They just get taken there.”
Many A-listers have been spotted departing the Gritti Palace Hotel in water taxis en route to Thursday night’s celebration.
Best and worst looks roundup
Thursday 26 June 2025 21:15 , Caitlin HornikAs celebrities continue to descend upon Venice for the Bezos-Sánchez wedding extravaganza, The Independent is keeping a close eye on the best and worst fashion moments.
Several looks from the bride, as well as from guests Kim Kardashian and Orlando Bloom, have already made our list.
Amber Raiken reports:
The best and worst celebrity looks from Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s wedding
Oprah waves to the crowd
Thursday 26 June 2025 21:00 , Caitlin HornikOprah Winfrey has appeared leaving the Gritti Palace Hotel where many celebrities attending the wedding seem to be staying.
Clad in a dress with side cut outs, Winfrey waved to onlookers as she boarded a water taxi.
As expected, Winfrey, 71, made it to the Venice Marco Polo airport Thursday for the major fête. The TV host had celebrated the happy couple at their November 2023 engagement party, so it was unlikely she was going to miss the real thing.
She was flanked by her longtime friend, Gayle King, who opted to wear a bright yellow floral dress.
Bezos and Sánchez may already be married
Thursday 26 June 2025 20:45 , Caitlin HornikA new report from the Daily Mail indicated the couple may have been married a month ago.
“The marriage is fully legal and took place in America under American law,” the unnamed source close to the organization of the Venice wedding told the Mail.
“Whatever happens at the wedding on Friday, it will not be a wedding. Under Italian law, it will not be a wedding celebration, any vows said or rings exchanged will have no legal meaning,” the source continued.
A closer look at Lauren Sánchez's dress
Thursday 26 June 2025 20:30 , Caitlin HornikLauren Sánchez was seen leaving the luxurious Aman Hotel and getting into a water taxi en route to the first big celebration of the week.
She wore a corset-style strapless Schiaparelli Haute Couture gown from the designer’s Spring-Summer 2025 collection.
The gown is described on the designer’s website as a “satin duchess embroidered with flowers and emblematic codes of the Maison in traditional satin stitch and pale gold beagle fringes, enhanced with a corset fully covered in pale gold beagle beads and laced at the back.”
Her hair was pulled back, leaving some face framing pieces, and she completed the look with simple earrings.
Those following along at home did not appear to be fans of the look.
“The top should have been more tailored. It looks like a curtain valance,” one person wrote on X, while another said: “I wonder if the carpet matches the drapes.”
Kylie and Kendall Jenner arrive
Thursday 26 June 2025 20:15 , Caitlin HornikMore members of the Kardashian-Jenner clan have made their way to Venice.
Sisters Kylie and Kendall have been seen getting into a water taxi en route to the first night of celebrations for the big wedding.
Both wearing floral designs, Kendall opted for a pink and white dress while Kylie, clad in sunglasses, wore a yellow hue.
They’re sure to join mom Kris Jenner and sisters Kim and Khloe Kardashian at the evening’s events.
More royal arrivals in Venice
Thursday 26 June 2025 20:00 , Caitlin HornikJordan's Princess Rajwa, Crown Prince of Jordan Hussein bin Abdullah, and their daughter Iman Bint Hussein have all arrived in Venice.
Their arrivals follow Her Majesty Queen Rania of Jordan, who was seen at Marco Polo Airport on Thursday.
Bezos visited Jordan in 2016 and met with King Abdullah II, alongside Queen Rania, at Al Husseiniya Palace in Amman. Their discussions focused on promoting Jordan as a tech and business hub.
Leonardo DiCaprio arrives clad in baseball cap
Thursday 26 June 2025 19:45 , Caitlin HornikOscar winner Leonardo DiCaprio showed up to the wedding festivities in a Los Angeles Dodgers baseball cap.
Trying to fly under the radar, DiCaprio opted for a navy blue suit and tan shirt with the black ball cap.
He was pictured arriving in Venice earlier wearing the hat and a black face mask, with a hooded sweatshirt pulled around his head.
Kim, Khloe, and Kris on the canal
Thursday 26 June 2025 19:30 , Caitlin HornikKim and Khloe Kardashian have been spotted in a Venetian water taxi with their mom, Kris Jenner, and her boyfriend, Corey Gamble.
Jenner appeared to be directing a photo shoot for her two daughters, who both had their arms up giving peace signs along with their signature pouts.
DJ Kygo to perform at wedding
Thursday 26 June 2025 19:15 , Caitlin HornikNorwegian DJ and record producer Kygo is performing at one of the wedding events, TMZ reported.
Kygo is a close friend of Bezos and Sánchez, according to the outlet.
His songs include "It Ain't Me” with Selena Gomez and a cover of "Higher Love.”
Two of Kygo’s collaborators, Parson James and Justin Jesso were spotted in Venice earlier in the week, indicating they could be on hand to perform alongside the DJ.
Kygo’s rumored performance is the latest detail reveal as the big day approaches.
Caitlin Hornik reports:
Everything we know about Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s opulent Venice wedding
Gayle King, Bill Gates arrive in Venice
Thursday 26 June 2025 19:05 , Caitlin HornikCBS correspondent Gayle King and Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates are the latest celebrities to arrive in Venice.
King and Sánchez soared to space earlier this year on Bezos’s Blue Origin flight. The two, along with Katy Perry, were part of the space tourism company’s first all-female flight crew.
King’s long-time friend Oprah Winfrey arrived for the nuptials earlier in the day.
Gates attended the couple’s engagement party on Bezos's $550 million superyacht Koru in 2023.
He was seen alone at the Venice airport. His girlfriend, Paige Hurd, has not yet been seen in the country.
Bezos and Sánchez acknowledge his lookalike
Thursday 26 June 2025 18:58 , Caitlin HornikCagdas Halicilar of Germany is a professional Jeff Bezos lookalike. He was pictured in Venice earlier today and apparently caught the attention of the soon-to-be newlyweds on their way to Thursday night’s celebration.
Bezos flashed Halicilar a huge grin and a thumbs up, while Sánchez pointed and grinned.
Tom Brady boards water taxi
Thursday 26 June 2025 18:55 , Caitlin HornikFormer NFL quarterback Tom Brady opted for dark slacks, a crisp white shirt, sunglasses, and a tan jacket draped over his arm.
Bezos and Sánchez turn heads leaving luxury hotel
Thursday 26 June 2025 18:50 , Caitlin HornikThe bride and groom have been spotted en route to Thursday night’s wedding celebration.
Bezos, clad in sunglasses, was all smiles leaving the Aman Hotel with Sánchez, who opted for quite the look in an hourglass style dress.
Orlando Bloom spotted with mystery woman
Thursday 26 June 2025 18:45 , Caitlin HornikOrlando Bloom has been spotted getting into a water taxi with a mystery woman amid reports that his engagement to Katy Perry has ended.
Clad in a white suit, Bloom flashed a peace sign to onlookers who have gathered for the Bezos-Sánchez festivities.
It’s not clear who the woman behind him was nor if they were attending the celebration as a pair.
Venice mayor defends luxe nuptials
Thursday 26 June 2025 18:30 , Caitlin HornikDespite the protests from locals and environmental groups, the city’s mayor has defended the decision for Bezos and Sanchez to hold their wedding in Venice.
“We will always respect the right to speak out, but we reject every form of intolerance and prejudice,” Mayor Luigi Brugnaro said in Thursday’s edition of Italian newspaper Il Foglio Quotidiano, per The Associated Press.
“No one in Venice can claim the right of deciding who can enter, who can love, who can celebrate.”
According to the publication, Bezos has donated 1 million euros each to three environmental groups who work to preserve the city of Venice.
Nearly 100 private jets expected to land near Venice
Thursday 26 June 2025 18:15 , Caitlin HornikWith the wedding festivities set to kick off in a matter of hours, celebrities who scored an invite to the social wedding of the year are flocking to Venice.
Italy’s Corriere della Sera newspaper reported that over 90 private jets are set to land at Venice’s Marco Polo airport.
In addition, The New York Times reported that nine yachts associated with the wedding will be docked in Venice during the week, per a local yachting operator’s representative, indicating that some of the high-profile attendees might be arriving by boat.
While several A-listers — like Kim Kardashian, Oprah Winfrey, Orlando Bloom, and Tom Brady — have already been seen, dozens of other rumored attendees may still be en route.
What will Lauren Sánchez wear on her big day?
Thursday 26 June 2025 18:00 , Caitlin HornikLauren Sánchez isn’t one to shy away from the spotlight at major events.
She received big-time backlash over her outfit choice at Donald Trump’s inauguration earlier this year when she shed a white, fur coat to reveal a white Alexander McQueen suit — and a visible white lace bustier instead of a blouse.
So it begs the question, what will she wear to marry Amazon founder Jeff Bezos?
Sánchez already opted for a vintage McQueen design this week, stepping out with Bezos in a black, tight-fitting floor-length dress with white sequin stripes on Wednesday.
She could easily opt for another McQueen design — though it’s been rumored that a fashion stylist specializing in corsets, and an executive from Dolce & Gabbana are on the guest list, indicating she’s gone in another direction.
A corset design does seem likely given how often she opts for the style for big events, including her recent star-studded Paris bachelorette.
Bezos slammed for lavish wedding spending
Thursday 26 June 2025 17:45 , Caitlin HornikAmazon founder Bezos has an estimated $231 billion net worth.
The nuptials are rumored to cost between $10 and $20 million. That breaks down to about $50,000 per guest, with an expected attendance of about 200.
Many have noted that if Bezos can afford a luxurious wedding without making a dent in his net worth, he could also increase the benefits for Amazon workers.
“If he can afford to do that, he can afford a wealth tax and to pay Amazon workers a living wage. Hello?” one person wrote on X.
“If Jeff Bezos can afford to rent Venice for his wedding then he can afford to pay more taxes,” another wrote.
Even politicians have weighed in on the controversy.
This is oligarchy. This is obscene.
— Bernie Sanders (@SenSanders) June 24, 2025
While 60% live paycheck to paycheck & kids go hungry, Jeff Bezos, worth $230 billion, goes to Venice on his $500 million yacht for a $20 million wedding & spends $5 million on a ring while his real tax rate is just 1.1%.
End this oligarchy.
