Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez to throw another star-studded Venetian party after 'wedding of the century': Live updates
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez will today throw another party for their A-list guests in Venice after their 'wedding of the century' last night.
The 61-year-old Amazon founder and the former journalist exchanged vows in front of nearly 200 VIPs on San Giorgio Maggiore island
Moments after saying 'I do,' the bride, 55, took to Instagram to show off her stunning Dolce & Gabbana gown as she shared a loved-up snap of her and her new husband together.
And while the main ceremony is over, the wedding is far from over as there's another extravagant party set for tonight in the Arsenale area of the city.
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