Bezos' wedding in Venice: Italian luxury, mega yachts
The wedding between Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez, scheduled between June 26 and 28 in the Venetian Lagoon, is an ultra-secure event surrounded by numerous rumors about details, guests, and key figures. It will undoubtedly showcase Made in Italy, CE Report quotes ANSA.
Musically, there is strong talk about the participation of Matteo Bocelli, a young artist rapidly gaining international fame and son of the famous tenor Andrea Bocelli, who would be performing exclusively during the ceremony on the Island of San Giorgio—a historic and cultural location par excellence. Andrea Bocelli's son, highly requested and already appreciated at prestigious events like Kitty Spencer's wedding and Lavazza events, represents an authentic and fresh tribute to Italy’s musical tradition.
Italian cuisine is also expected to be a highlight of the three days of celebrations. Star chefs such as Massimo Bottura or Massimiliano Alajmo are rumored to be involved, providing exceptional catering with dishes inspired by local tradition and a menu estimated at around one thousand euros per person. According to rumors, Venetian brands like the crystal maker Laguna B and the historic pastry shop Rosa Salva have been chosen for favors and exquisite furnishings.
Local craftsmanship will not be overlooked: over 80% of the materials come from Venetian suppliers, including Laguna B crystals and Rosa Salva’s famous sweets. The fleet of water taxis, private flights, and the docked yachts (up to nine mega yachts) confirm the entirely Italian logistics. News today confirms that Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez have already made their first payment to Venice: a donation of one million euros to the scientific consortium ‘Corila,’ which proposes and coordinates international research on the lagoon. This figure was confirmed by sources at the institution. Corila brings together Ca’ Foscari University, Iuav, Cnr, and the National Institute of Oceanography and Experimental Geophysics. The other two institutions chosen by the American magnate for donations ahead of the couple's Venice wedding are the Venice office of UNESCO, for safeguarding the city’s cultural heritage, and the Venice International University, an international training center researching sustainable solutions for the lagoon.
Maximum confidentiality surrounds logistical details. Rumor has it that five of Venice’s most prestigious hotels— including the Gritti Palace, Aman Venice, and Cipriani—have been exclusively booked, along with the city’s entire fleet of water taxis. Nine private mega yachts are also expected to be docked in the lagoon. Regarding international guests, it was confirmed yesterday that the White House clan will be well represented: President Trump’s daughter Ivanka, her husband Jared Kushner, and possibly eldest son Don Jr. with his new girlfriend Bettina Anderson are among the invitees. Other rumored star guests include Lady Gaga, Elton John (though no official performance confirmations), and actors like Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert Pattinson, Orlando Bloom, Eva Longoria, and Barbra Streisand. Additional names circulating in recent days include Oprah Winfrey, Beyoncé, Kim Kardashian, Katy Perry, Ivanka Trump, Bill Gates, and Anna Wintour.
The London luxury wedding planning company Lanza & Baucina, previously involved in George Clooney and Amal Alamuddin’s wedding, has reportedly been hired to organize the event, valued between $10 and $30 million. Measures to ensure secrecy include absolute confidentiality requirements for all suppliers and staff. While the official schedule and final guest confirmations remain tightly under wraps, what is clear is that this wedding promises to become one of the most exclusive and spectacular events in recent years, with a strong emphasis on Italian excellence.
