Bezos & Sanchez's Lavish Venetian Wedding: A Billionaire's Playground?
Billionaire Jeff Bezos Books Luxurious Venice Venue for Star-Studded Wedding
Get ready for the wedding of the year! Amazon's billionaire boss, Jeff Bezos, 61, is set to tie the knot with his fiancée, Lauren Sanchez, 55, in a luxurious ceremony that promises to be an opulent affair. The couple has booked the stunning Scuola Grande della Misericordia, one of Venice's most historic and grandest buildings, for their special day later this month.
This isn't just any wedding venue – it's a 700-year-old masterpiece! When built in 1310, the Scuola Grande della Misericordia was the epitome of wealth and power in Venice. The building's interior is adorned with breathtaking frescoes by some of the city's most renowned Renaissance artists, including Veronese, Zanchi, Pellegrini, and Tintoretto.
The Lonely Planet travel guide describes this incredible venue as "one of Venice's seven grand confraternities, the seat of the wealthy silk weavers guild that commissioned this enormous classical hall." It's a testament to the city's rich history and architecture. In 1532, Jacopo Sansovino was brought in to design a Roman basilica within a traditional Venetian frame – no expense was spared!
But Bezos' choice of venue has not gone down well with locals. Many have expressed frustration that Venice is being turned into a playground for the ultra-wealthy. As the city's peak tourist season gets underway, the couple's wedding will undoubtedly bring in a significant amount of revenue for local businesses – but at what cost? The protest group Laboratorio Occupato Morion has already begun advertising a demonstration on Friday, June 23, just a short walk from St. Mark's Square.
The event promises to be a star-studded affair, with A-list celebrities, politicians, and business leaders expected to attend. Guests will arrive in style via private planes – Bezos owns four Gulfstream jets! However, his $500million superyacht Koru won't be making an appearance as it's too large for the city's canals.
The guest list is a who's who of Hollywood A-listers, including the Kardashians, actress Eva Longoria, and pop star Katy Perry. They all attended Sanchez's bachelorette party in Paris earlier this month – what a wild celebration! But what's really got everyone talking is the reported $10million price tag for the wedding.
The bride-to-be, Lauren Sanchez, has been making waves in the fashion world with her stunning looks and effortless style. As a former TV anchor and current businesswoman, she's definitely caught Bezos' eye – or should we say, heart? The 55-year-old beauty has been spotted getting close to several high-profile men in recent months, but it seems like Bezos is the one who's won her over.
As for the groom, Jeff Bezos, he's known for his love of space travel and his incredible wealth. With an estimated net worth of over $200billion, he's one of the richest men on the planet! But with great power comes great responsibility – or so they say. The environmental impact of this luxurious wedding is set to be a major talking point, especially given Venice's struggles with pollution.
Venetians are already planning protests to push back against what they see as Bezos' attempts to turn their city into his own personal playground. "Jeff Bezos thinks he can buy the entire city – let's throw him a party!" reads the flyer for Friday's demonstration. It seems like this wedding is going to be a hot topic of conversation for weeks to come!
The Guest List: A Who's Who of Hollywood Stars and Business Leaders
- The Kardashians
- Actress Eva Longoria
- Pop star Katy Perry
- Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner
- Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina Anderson
A Sneak Peek at the Scuola Grande della Misericordia
The 700-year-old building is a testament to Venice's rich history and architecture. Its interior is adorned with breathtaking frescoes by some of the city's most renowned Renaissance artists.
The Cost: A Whopping $10million!
This luxurious wedding is set to be one for the books – but at what cost? The estimated price tag of $10million has got everyone talking, especially given the environmental impact it will have on the city.
Protestors Plan to Take a Stand Against Bezos' Wedding
The Laboratorio Occupato Morion has already begun advertising a demonstration on Friday, June 23. The event promises to be a lively affair, with locals taking a stand against what they see as Bezos' attempts to turn their city into his own playground.
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Sources:
- Lonely Planet travel guide
- The Scholarly Note