The Wedding of the Century or a Circus Without Limits?
Venice has become the epicenter of global glamour and scandal these days! Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, and his longtime partner Lauren Sanchez finally said their “I do” at a lavish ceremony that gathered a star-studded guest list – from Oprah Winfrey, Orlando Bloom, Leonardo DiCaprio to Kim Kardashian and Ivanka Trump.
Costs That Break the Bank
Although official costs were not disclosed, sources close to the couple estimate the wedding cost between 20 and 50 million dollars! Yes, you read that right – tens of millions spent on three days of extravagance in one of the most beautiful yet sensitive cities in the world.
Lauren dazzled in a lace dress by Dolce & Gabbana, while Jeff proudly showed off a ring worth a staggering 10 million dollars, featuring a 35-carat diamond, crafted by Lorraine Schwartz.
Venice Under Siege
The city was literally taken over – boats, streets, police, and bodyguards everywhere around the newlyweds and their guests. Although celebrations were planned across the city, protests from locals and activists against overtourism and climate change forced the events to be scaled down.
Locals are furious – one of the most romantic cities in the world turned into a private stage for the wealthy, while ordinary people watch from the sidelines.
Reactions That Won’t Stop
Social media is ablaze with debates! While some celebrate the glamour and famous guests, others criticize the arrogance and insensitivity of the couple. “While the world burns with wars and poverty, they throw millions on dresses and rings!” – just one of the comments.
Lauren’s figure and styling choices also sparked divided opinions – wearing a long-sleeved dress in the middle of summer? Some compared her to Sophia Loren, while others were merciless.
Celebrities Stand by the Couple
Still, many celebrities have come to their defense – Piers Morgan, Sofia Vergara, Ashley Graham, and Ivanka Trump expressed support on social media.
Symbolic and Legal Wedding
Interestingly, the ceremony in Italy was symbolic, while the legal wedding took place a month earlier in the USA. Lauren deleted all previous Instagram posts and started a new chapter as Mrs. Bezos.
Conclusion
Is this the wedding of the century or an example of how wealth can blind? While some enjoy the fairy-tale glamour, others question how ethical this is in a world full of injustice. What about you? Would you spend tens of millions on a wedding or rather help someone in need? Drop a comment, let’s see who’s for glamour and who’s for reality!
Sources: Blic.rs, Kurir.rs, Superzena.b92.net, BBC English
