Jeff Bezos & Lauren Sánchez's Wedding Details Reportedly A Mystery To Their Guests

By Afouda Bamidele on June 25, 2025 at 6:30 PM EDT

Jeff Bezos & Lauren Sánchez at the 10th Annual LACMA Art + Film Gala 2021
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Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's guest list may have been leaked, but the crucial details remain a secret from their guests.

The billionaire entrepreneur and his longtime partner are set to say their vows in Venice, Italy, celebrating their union with three days of festivities. However, the venues for these events will reportedly remain a mystery until the last minute.

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez recently touched down in Venice alongside several celebrities for the big day.

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Jeff Bezos & Lauren Sánchez's Guests Have No Idea What To Expect

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are seen out for a walk in St-Tropez
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According to a source, the details of Bezos and Sánchez's wedding are shrouded in mystery, and their guests have no idea what to expect. They claimed that attendees were not informed of the locations for the three-day celebration and were only given the arrival time of their water taxis.

The insider explained that Bezos and Sánchez expected guests to show up and be driven to the location for their wedding ceremony. So far, several A-listers have been spotted in Venice after booking rooms at some of the five luxury hotels in the city.

The Aman hotel, per Page Six, reportedly built a special pier to accommodate its celebrity clientele, including the Amazon billionaire and Sánchez.

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Other famous hotels like St. Regis, where billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates is rumored to be staying, have also made necessary adjustments for their celebrity guests.

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Guests Have A General Idea Of The Dress Code

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are seen out for a walk in Beaulieu sur Mer
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Although wedding guests may not know the locations for Bezos and Sánchez's festivities, the source noted that they won't be underdressed for the events. They claimed that attendees were given mood boards to guide their wardrobe choices, along with examples for inspiration.

The move ensured that Bezos and Sánchez could give guests a general idea of what to wear without spilling the tea about their celebration plans. However, the couple isn't the first to pull this move as billionaires Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant did the same thing during their six-day wedding in 2024.

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Bezos and Sánchez's rumored locations for their three-day festivities include the Island of San Giorgio Maggiore, Madonna dell'Orto church, and the Arsenale. Most guests reportedly arrived in Venice on Wednesday to kick off the celebrations at a villa on the small island of San Giovanni Evangelista.

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A Tour Guide Exposed The Couple's Guest List

Jeff Bezos and girlfriend Lauren Sanchez arrive to Carbone Beach during F1 Miami Grand Prix weekend
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Bezos and Sánchez's desire to keep the locations of their celebrations a mystery might stem from the attention on their wedding.The Blast shared that eagle-eyed reporters did not miss any details, including the careless mistake made by Beatrice Bavato, a freelance Venetian tour guide.

The paparazzi spotted Bavato at Marco Polo Airport with a clipboard detailing the names of numerous celebrities, their arrival details, and hotel information.

The leaked guest list included stars like Ivanka Trump and her husband, Jared Kushner. Film director David Sabshon and London-based patisserie chef Cedric Grolet were also spotted.

The list continued with entrepreneurs like Mike George, a former Amazon executive and Bezos' longtime pal. Fashion royalty Sandra Leong and her husband, philanthropist Robert Gelfond, were also named alongside Sánchez's hairstylist, Sophie Gutterman, and make-up artists Laura Mele and Buster Knight.

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The Soon-To-Be Bride & Groom Turned Down Wedding Presents

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez at Premiere of Dossier 137 in Cannes
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Bezos and Sánchez reportedly sent out the invitations for their wedding in May, with The Blast reporting the invites housed a unique request from the couple. They implored their guests not to worry about presents, revealing that three Venetian charities would receive generous donations on their behalf.

Besides funding these charities, Bezos and Sánchez's spirit of giving in honor of their union continued with their support of local vendors in Venice. They reportedly enlisted the services of local entrepreneurs and businesses to cater to at least 80% of their wedding needs.

Unfortunately, the couple's support of the local Venice community was not enough to sway everyone. Some residents and activist organizations have taken to the streets to protest against Bezos and Sánchez's wedding.

These groups also demanded that the billionaire be heavily taxed since he could rent half of the city.

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Jeff Bezos And Lauren Sánchez Kicked Off Their Celebrations With A Pre-Wedding Dinner

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez at Vanity Fair Oscar Party 2025
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The protests against Bezos and Sánchez's wedding ceremony have not stopped the couple from pushing forward with their plans. PEOPLE confirmed they arrived in Venice on Wednesday, June 25, via helicopter before moving to the Aman Hotel.

Afterwards, the soon-to-be bride and groom reportedly kicked off their celebrations by enjoying an Italian dinner date. Their arrival has been positively welcomed by Venetian Mayor Luigi Brugnaro, who declared he was "very proud" that Bezos and Sánchez chose to host their wedding in his city.

The city's councilor for commerce and productive activities, Sebastiano Costalonga, shared similar sentiments about the union. "We are definitely happy to have this funding for the protection of our very delicate city," he declared.

Here's to hoping Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez have an unforgettable trip down the aisle.

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