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Jeff Bezos is set to say \u201cI do\u201d to Lauren Sanchez in a glamorous ceremony in Venice, Italy this weekend \u2014 but the road to the altar hasn\u2019t been without drama.<\/p>\n
The billionaire Amazon founder and his fianc\u00e9e have kicked off what\u2019s believed to be a five-day wedding celebration, with the big day reportedly happening tomorrow, June 28. Despite the festivities already underway, the couple had to make last-minute changes after their original wedding venue was met with loud opposition from protestors.<\/p>\n
\u201cNo space for Bezos\u201d
\nLocal activists, identifying themselves as the group \u201cNo Space for Bezos,\u201d have been protesting the wedding, citing concerns over overtourism in Venice. The city, already grappling with its fragile infrastructure and rising tourist traffic, has become a symbolic battleground for those opposed to billionaires holding extravagant events in vulnerable historic locations.<\/p>\n
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The backlash was enough to force Bezos and Sanchez to switch venues \u2014 though their luxurious European celebration is still in full swing, with high-profile guests continuing to arrive.<\/p>\n
A star-studded Affair (with one notable absence)
\nThe guest list is as glittery as expected. Celebs like Kim Kardashian, Orlando Bloom, Tom Brady, and Leonardo DiCaprio have all reportedly made their way to Venice. But one big name won\u2019t be there: President Donald Trump.<\/p>\n
According to The Wall Street Journal, Jeff Bezos has been making efforts to get closer to former President Donald Trump \u2014 possibly eyeing the unofficial role of Trump\u2019s new tech-world confidant, a position once seemingly held by Elon Musk.<\/p>\n
The 61-year-old billionaire has reportedly had two phone conversations with Trump in recent weeks. According to The Telegraph, Trump was also invited to the wedding but declined due to \u201cscheduling conflicts.\u201d<\/p>\n
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The White House confirmed the snub, though several members of the Trump family will still be in attendance, including Ivanka Trump, her husband Jared Kushner, and Donald Trump Jr.<\/p>\n
Back in 2019, Donald Trump took a public swipe at Jeff Bezos, mocking him as \u201cJeff Bozo\u201d in a jab aimed at The Washington Post, which Bezos owns.<\/p>\n
Despite its reputation as a left-leaning publication, The Washington Post notably chose not to endorse Kamala Harris in last year\u2019s presidential election\u2014marking a break from its longstanding tradition of backing Democratic candidates.<\/p>\n
Sparked a design roast
\nAs the wedding buzz picked up, the couple\u2019s invitation was leaked online \u2014 and it\u2019s not what you\u2019d expect from a billionaire. Instead of sparking awe, the design quickly became a meme.<\/p>\n
The wording, however, struck a charitable tone:<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are excited for you to join us! We have one early request: please, no gifts.<\/p>\n
Instead, we\u2019re making contributions in your honor and with gratitude to you for making the journey to celebrate with us in Venice.<\/p>\n
Donations on your behalf are being made to the UNESCO Venice Office to safeguard this city\u2019s irreplaceable cultural heritage, to CORILA to restore the vital lagoon habitats that protect Venice\u2019s future, and to Venice International University to support research and education for sustainable solutions.<\/p>\n
This magical place has gifted us unforgettable memories. Our hope is that through these efforts and by joining us, Venice will continue to inspire wonder for generations to come.\u201d<\/p>\n