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Hindustan Times
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Where in Venice will Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez tie the knot? Insider spills a guess
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez will tie the knot in Venice, Italy, between June 24 and 26, and it's not just the breathtaking location that has locals buzzing—two global music icons are set to perform. Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's wedding location is a secret, but it's rumoured to be on San Giorgio Maggiore. (Photo by Michael Tran / AFP)(AFP) The wedding will take place in Venice, a city currently undergoing a 'new cultural renaissance.' Famed for its historic elegance and timeless charm, Venice has long been a favourite destination for A-listers. 'The whole of Venice is buzzing, now that the cat's out of the bag,' wedding producer Danielle Nay told the Daily Mail. She called the couple's venue choice a 'smart move,' given the city's pedigree of high-profile nuptials. While the exact spot of the ceremony remains under the wrappings, Radar Online insider assumes that it will be held in the peaceful island site of San Giorgio Maggiore, which homes the iconic 16th-century church and the Fondazione Giorgio Cini. ALSO READ| Jeff Bezos, Lauren Sanchez have hired Grammy-winning artists to perform at their wedding: Report Earlier, it was speculated that the Amazon boss's wedding will happen at his p[private yacht, but Daily Mail later cited a source who claimed, 'The wedding will not take place on Jeff's yacht, that has been ruled out.' Jeff Bezos & Lauren Sánchez reportedly hired two Grammy winners to perform at their wedding Daily Mail also reported that none other than Lady Gaga and Elton John will serenade the soon-to-be newlyweds and their high-profile guests. 'Lauren wanted some big talent to sing for them, and it just doesn't get any bigger than Gaga and Elton,' a source told the outlet. The duo, who are longtime friends, reportedly jumped at the chance to perform together in the romantic setting. 'It also helps that Gaga and Elton are good friends and were happy to do it together, which is cool. It will be like a mini vacation for the besties,' the source added. Both stars are expected to sing 'several well-known tunes' and may even share the stage for a duet. Bezos and Sánchez are reportedly staying in the $11,600-per-night Grand Canal Suite at the luxurious Aman Venice hotel. 'It's the biggest they have, and it's the talk of the hotel,' an insider told The Sun. 'The room is spectacular and even has access to a rooftop terrace overlooking the city.' ALSO READ| 'Where my words come to life': Lauren Sanchez shares peek into her writing centre at her and Jeff Bezos' LA home | Watch Guests, including the Kardashians, are also expected to stay at the same five-star palazzo. 'It's a spectacular palazzo that's the most exclusive hotel in Venice,' the source added.
Scottish Sun
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Jeff Bezos & Lauren Sanchez ‘book $11,600-a-night suite at 5-star hotel' with Kardashians ahead of wedding of the summer
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BILLIONAIRE Jeff Bezos and his bride-to-be Lauren Sanchez have booked a $11,600-a-night five-star hotel in Venice ahead of the wedding of the summer, a source has claimed. The Amazon founder, 61, popped the question to the former TV journalist, 55, in May 2023. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 7 Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez attend The 2024 Met Gala Celebrating 'Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion' Credit: Getty 7 The Aman Venice is where George and Amal Clooney tied the knot Credit: Aman Group S.a.r.l. 7 Kim Kardashian is also said to have booked a suite at the Aman Venice hotel Credit: Getty An Italy-based insider told The U.S. Sun this week: "Jeff and Lauren have booked the Grand Canal Suite, the biggest they have, and it's the talk of the hotel. "The room is spectacular and even has access to a rooftop terrace overlooking the city. "The wedding is set to be a huge affair and the Kardashians are also said to be staying at the hotel, along with other high-profile guests. "It's a spectacular palazzo that's the most exclusive hotel in Venice. "The Aman hotels are very 'if you know you know' within a certain set - keeping them above a Four Seasons or a Belmond in the world of luxury. "They're both lavish and quiet luxury at the same time." It's unclear whether the hotel suite is for Sanchez for the night before the wedding, or where they will stay after the ceremony. The U.S. Sun has reached out to the couple's rep for comment, along with the Kardashians. Bezos also has a megayacht for guests, and the exact venue of the wedding is yet to be confirmed. Luca Zuin, spokesperson for the mayor of Venice, told media the three-day celebrations will run from June 24 to 26. Katy Perry & Lauren Sanchez unveil new sleek women's Blue Origin spacesuits after vowing to 'put the a** in astronaut' The U.S. Sun can confirm the dates are booked out on the Aman Venice website. The source went on: "The hotel goes back to the 16th century and has been beautifully maintained and restored. "Every detail of the hotel has been thought out from the privately secure entrance [buzz for entry, or arrival via private boat], to the service and staff." "The design is breathtaking leaning into classic Venetian with elements of Aman's southeast Asian roots in the garden. "Once you go up the main staircase you see how opulent it really is - there's almost an air of mystery. "It's truly above and beyond and Jeff and Lauren will have the best day of their lives." The hotel has a restaurant, Avra, along with a luxury spa. George and Amal Clooney had their intimate star-studded wedding at the hotel in September 2014. It was also the venue for Dolce & Gabbana's striking 2021 Alta Moda show which took over the city and saw Jennifer Lopez arrive on a gondola. Local media also claimed guests will also be staying at The Gritti Palace, another palazzo built in the 15th century. Bezos popped the question with a $2.5 million 20-carat ring and the pair hosted a decadent engagement party on their megayacht in Positano, Italy, in August 2023. The groom-to-be, whose estimated net worth is $212 billion, reportedly placed the ring under her pillow before Lauren found and opened the box. She later told Vogue that she "blacked out a bit" during their proposal due to her excitement. 7 The hotel is one of the most luxurious in Venice and is loved by celebrities Credit: Aman Group S.a.r.l. 7 The five-star venue has tight security and a VIP entrance for high-profile guests Credit: Aman Group S.a.r.l. 7 This mega yacht is where Bezos proposed to Sanchez in 2023 Credit: The Mega Agency Sanchez has revealed that she has chosen her dress, believed to be from Oscar de la Renta, and will be styled by Vogue boss Anna Wintour. Celebrities who were sent invites for the wedding include Kim Kardashian, Oprah Winfrey, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Orlando Bloom and his fiancee, Katy Perry. TMZ has also claimed Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner, as well as Karlie Kloss and her husband Joshua Kushner, are invited. President Donald Trump has also been invited after Sanchez and Bezos had front-row seats at his inauguration in January. It's truly above and beyond and Jeff and Lauren will have the best day of their lives." Italy-based source told The U.S. Sun The exact venue where the couple will tie the knot is still to be confirmed. The pair began dating in 2019 but avoided being seen together until finalizing their respective divorces. Bezos and his ex-wife, MacKenzie Scott, made their split official in April 2019, after more than 25 years of marriage. Meanwhile, Sanchez and her ex-husband, Patrick Whitesell, settled their divorce in October 2019, after 13 years together. She has previously said that Bezos inspires her "every day," and makes her a better person. Meanwhile, the entrepreneur has told reporters: "Lauren is the most generous, most big-hearted person that you would ever meet… She never misses a birthday. "The network of people that she gives birthday presents to is gigantic. And that's just a small example." Jeff Bezos – who is he? Here's what you need to know... Jeffrey Preston Bezos, better known as Jeff Bezos, is an American tech billionaire He made his fortune by founding online retail giant Amazon Bezos became the first centi-billionaire according to the Forbes wealth index And he was named the 'richest man in history' when his net worth grew to $150 billion in the summer of 2018 Bezos was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico and then raised in Houston, Texas He graduated in 1986 with a degree in electrical engineering and computer science from Princeton University Bezos went on to work on Wall Street until 1994, before founding Amazon Amazon began as an online bookstore but has since become a global tech giant in retail, streaming, cloud computing and gadgets And the billionaire also runs spaceflight firm Blue Origin, which has been operating since 2000 Estimates in 2024 put his net worth at $196billion Bezos' personal life came under scrutiny in 2019 after he and his wife of 25 years, MacKenzie, announced their decision to divorce The divorce was finalised on April 4, 2019 Bezos is now dating Lauren Sánchez, a media personality, entertainment reporter, and news anchor On July 5, 2021, Bezos took up the role of executive chairman at Amazon, stepping down from his former position as CEO and president
