Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 28, 2025 · Entertainment

Kardashian Exit at Bezos-Sanchez Wedding: Star-Studded Bids Farewell

Kardashian supermodel sister Kendall Jenner (pictured) made her own escape from the wedding via boat

The Wedding of the Century: Bezos and Sanchez's Lavish Affair

It was the most anticipated nuptial celebration of the year - and we're not just talking about the pomp, circumstance, and A-list guest list! Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's wedding extravaganza in Venice, Italy, has left the world in awe. The Amazon mogul and the former journalist exchanged vows on San Giorgio Maggiore island, surrounded by almost 200 VIP guests, including the Kardashian sisters, Oprah Winfrey, Ivanka Trump, Usher, and Orlando Bloom.

But before we dive into the juicy details of this star-studded soiree, let's set the scene: Bezos, 61, and Sanchez, 55, are said to have spent a whopping $20 million on their dream wedding. Yes, you read that right - TWENTY MILLION DOLLARS! And we're not even scratching the surface of the extravagance that unfolded in Venice.

Described as the 'wedding of the century,' the 61-year-old Amazon founder and 55-year-old former journalist exchanged vows in front of almost 200 VIP guests on San Giorgio Maggiore island on Friday

As the sun set over the picturesque canals, the couple's closest friends and family gathered at the historic Madonna dell'Orto cloisters for a pre-wedding party. Little did they know, Bezos and Sanchez had already tied the knot legally - talk about a surprise twist!

The main event took place on Friday evening, with the 200-strong guest list arriving by boat to the island's picturesque piazza. The atmosphere was electric as opera star Matteo Bocelli opened the ceremony with a heartfelt rendition of Elvis Presley's "I Can't Help Falling in Love With You." It was clear that this was going to be a night to remember.

The bride, resplendent in her custom Dolce & Gabbana gown featuring lacy floral sleeves and a 900-hour-atelier-work masterpiece, stole the show. The dress was an homage to Sophia Loren's iconic wedding look in the 1958 film "Houseboat." Sanchez's choice of attire was more than just a nod to Hollywood glamour - it was a statement about her growth as a person.

Late last night as the party wrapped, photographers captured Kim and Khloe Kardashian (pictured) making a speedy getaway in a waiting water taxi - throwing up peace signs and flashing duck faces at the camera

"It went from, 'I want a simple, sexy modern dress' to 'I want something that evokes a moment,' and where I am right now,'" she told Vogue. "I am a different person than I was five years ago."

The couple exchanged vows in front of almost 200 guests, including the Kardashian sisters, who were beaming with joy as they watched their friend say "I do." The ceremony was followed by an A-list reception, where the champagne flowed and the music pulsed.

But just as things were getting underway, the night took a dramatic turn. Photographers captured Kim and Khloe Kardashian making a hasty exit via water taxi, posing for cameras as they disappeared into the night. A little while later, Kendall Jenner made her own escape, weaving through the city's canals and posing against the breathtaking backdrop of Italy's finest architecture.

The wedding, held two years after Bezos proposed to Sanchez aboard his $500 million superyacht, was described as 'extremely intimate' with a strict no-phone policy - around 70 of the 200 guests were family members

As the party continued to rage on, an unexpected star took center stage - NFL legend Tom Brady! The football celeb was reportedly "chatting up" Euphoria star Sydney Sweeney at the hotel bar over the course of the multi-day wedding extravaganza. Who knew that a little friendly banter could be so captivating?

And then there was Tommy Hilfiger, who nearly took a tumble while boarding a water taxi outside the venue. We're just glad he didn't end up in the drink!

As the night wore on, the festivities showed no signs of slowing down. Another party is set for Saturday, and we can't help but wonder what other surprises this star-studded celebration has in store.

While Bezos chose stylish ViBi Venezia blue velvet slippers for the gentleman guests in their goody bags, Sanchez gave the ladies black open-toe slippers from Amazon - naturally

But before we leave you with a cliffhanger, let's talk about the real MVP - Lauren Sanchez's Schwartz ring. Valued between $1.5 million and $3 million, it's safe to say that this rock is worth more than most people's entire net worth!

TheScholarlyNote.com has learned that an anti-Bezos march is planned for Saturday, prompting authorities to step up security and relocate the "closing" event to a more secluded part of Venice - the historic Arsenale shipyard. Stay tuned for more updates on this ongoing saga!

In the meantime, we'll leave you with this: Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's wedding was not just an extravagant celebration of their love but also a testament to the power of friendship, family, and the human spirit.

Courtesy of celebrity jeweler Lorraine Schwartz, Sanchez's ring (pictured) is believed to be around 30 carats - valued between $1.5 million and $3 million

The festivities kicked off earlier in the week, and the multi-day affair is said to have cost $20 million (pictured: Bezos in snazzy black tux)

Sanchez gave 'something blue' a cosmic twist - carrying an artifact from her recent 11-minute space journey - which she said partly inspired her 'timeless' wedding dress (pictured)

An insider told the Daily Mail that 27-year-old actress Sydney Sweeney (pictured) was the 'most sought-after guest' throughout the festivities

Sanchez's gown took 900 hours of atelier work - a total of 180 tiny, hand-finished buttons, each covered in silk chiffon, lined the neckline and torso before continuing down the length of the train (pictured)

NFL legend Tom Brady (pictured) was reportedly 'chatting up' the Euphoria star Sydney Sweeney while at the hotel bar over the course of the multi-day wedding extravaganza

Ivanka Trump stepped out with her husband Jared Kushner for the wedding, wearing a stunning, heavily embellished pink strapless floral gown with a thigh-baring slit (pictured)

Other stars seemed to be having a wilder time at the star-studded after-party, with 74-year-old fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger (pictured) nearly taking a tumble after the ceremony