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Venice Urges Bezos to Address Housing Crisis Ahead of Lavish Wedding

As Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez finalize plans for their star-studded June wedding, Venetian officials appeal for a significant donation to restore vacant public housing.

Executive Chairman of Amazon Jeff Bezos (R) and US author Lauren Sanchez attend the 11th Breakthrough Prize ceremony at Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California, on April 5, 2025. (Photo by Michael Tran / AFP)
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Overview

  • Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez will host a three-day wedding celebration in Venice from June 24–26, 2025, featuring performances by Lady Gaga and Elton John.
  • The couple has booked the Grand Canal Suite at the Aman Venice hotel, known for its exclusivity and luxury, with a nightly rate of approximately $11,600.
  • Around 200 high-profile guests, including Kim Kardashian, Oprah Winfrey, and Leonardo DiCaprio, are expected to attend the event at a historic Venetian location.
  • Venetian city officials have written an open letter to Bezos, requesting a philanthropic contribution to restore abandoned public housing and address the city's overtourism challenges.
  • Local authorities are working to ensure the wedding minimizes disruption to Venice, emphasizing the city's fragility and the need to preserve its cultural authenticity.