Looks like Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is all set to marry television entrepreneur Lauren Sanchez. On June 13, 2025, they’ll tie the knot in a lavish ceremony in Venice. The wedding is likely to draw an A-list array of attendees. Look for high-profile attendees including Oprah Winfrey, Mick Jagger, Katy Perry, and Ivanka Trump among others! The impending nuptials have raised alarm bells for some area residents. They are rightfully concerned that such a massive project would disrupt their daily lives in the historic city.
Businessman Jeff Bezos and journalist Lauren Sanchez became engaged in 2023. Now, they’re attempting to put together a 3-day, $200 million bash with a star-studded guest list limited to just 200 VIPs. The date of the event will still be kept private, ensuring that it is an intimate affair reserved for immediate family and friends. The couple is committed to procuring at least 80 percent of their Venice wedding from local Venetian vendors. There are residents who are concerned about the impact this high-profile event could have on their community.
This controversial sticker saying “No Space for Bezos” has surfaced around the city, ringing alarm bells among future Amazon HQ2 host city residents. Additionally, a protest organized by residents featured a banner hung on St. Mark’s bell tower, prominently displaying Bezos’ name with a cross over it. Some community members fear that the influx of celebrity guests may disrupt the usual flow of tourists and locals alike.
In attempt to quell these worries, mayor Luigi Brugnaro has pointed to Venice’s success in hosting large, international events. He emphasized the cities’ wealth of experience accommodating major convergences, including the G20 Economy summit and the G7 Justice summits.
“I don’t know if I will have time, or if he will, to meet and shake hands, but it’s an honor that they chose Venice,” – Luigi Brugnaro
The local township has further relieved resident concerns about the planned wedding logistics. They stated that organizers have taken care to ensure that the event will not interfere with daily life in Venice.
“The organisation have categorically not booked large amounts of gondolas or excessive numbers of water taxis and it is their utmost priority to make sure the city functions as normal, for all, with no abnormal disruption to anyone,” – Municipality of Venice
They took head on the gossip circulating about the size and overall scale of their event.
“The many speculations and fake news circulating about Jeff Bezos’ wedding are completely unfounded,” – Municipality of Venice
The municipality reiterated that with only 200 guests invited, it would be feasible for Venice to accommodate the event without significant disruption to its residents and visitors.
Despite the overwhelming local opposition, some city officials continue to take an optimistic view on what would be a unique celebrity wedding to host. Brugnaro said he had no doubt Venice could lead the way in protecting the rights of locals and tourists alike.
Combined with Venice’s deep history and dramatic scenery, the setting proves to be a match made in heaven for marquee events. Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are preparing to get married. It remains to be seen how this private party on the public dime will serve the people of this great city and its wonderful neighborhood.
