Washington DC [US], June 30: Former news anchor Lauren Sanchez officially married Amazon founder Jeff Bezos in a luxurious Italian wedding on June 27, as reported by E! News. The couple tied the knot on the picturesque island of San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice during a private, star-studded three-day celebration.
Lauren Sanchez’s Children Played Key Roles
Sanchez’s children were front and center during the emotional ceremony. Her sons, Nikko (24) and Evan (19), from previous relationships with Tony Gonzales and Patrick Whitesell, walked by her side as she made her way down the aisle. Her 17-year-old daughter Ella served as maid of honor and delivered a heartfelt reading, adding a personal touch to the event.
A Celebrity-Studded Guest List
The wedding was attended by fewer than 200 guests but featured an A-list roster, including Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner, Kylie Jenner, Kendall Jenner, Khloe Kardashian, Eva Longoria, Orlando Bloom, Bill Gates, Ivanka Trump, and Karlie Kloss. The event began with a romantic rendition of Elvis Presley’s “Can’t Help Falling in Love” performed by Matteo Bocelli.
Bridal Fashion & Ceremony Highlights
Ahead of the wedding, Sanchez was seen in a retro white suit and silk scarf, while Bezos opted for a sleek black tuxedo and aviator sunglasses. For the actual ceremony, Sanchez wore an elegant off-the-shoulder black dress and sun hat, blowing kisses to onlookers, while Bezos kept it casual in a brown t-shirt and trousers.
Originally scheduled to be held at the historic Scuola Grande della Misericordia on June 28, the venue was changed last minute due to security concerns stemming from protests. Activist groups had opposed the extravagant wedding, citing it as a symbol of the wealth gap.
Post-Wedding Social Media Update
Following the wedding, Lauren Sanchez updated her Instagram handle to Lauren Sanchez Bezos and wiped her feed clean, leaving only one post—a romantic photo of her and Jeff walking down the aisle with the caption: “06/27/2025.”
A Love Reaching New Heights
Just weeks before the wedding, Sanchez joined Bezos on a Blue Origin spaceflight alongside Katy Perry and Gayle King. Reflecting on her experience, she told Blue Origin, “I had to come back. I mean, we’re getting married! If I didn’t come back, that would be a bummer for me.”