Bezos-Sanchez wedding latest: Celebrations kick off as locals continue protests

Jeff Bezos’s lavish wedding to Lauren Sanchez in Venice this weekend has ignited a wave of protests, with activists decrying the opulent celebrations as a stark symbol of widening wealth disparity and a disregard for the historic city’s residents.

A coalition of a dozen Venetian organisations, including housing advocates, anti-cruise ship campaigners, and university groups, have united under the banner “No Space for Bezos.” This slogan is a pointed reference not only to the perceived lack of space for ordinary Venetians but also to Ms Sanchez’s recent space flight. Their demonstrations highlight concerns over the growing gap between the ultra-rich and the local population.

Reported details have emerged as to what type of festivities guests can expect at the Bezos-Sanchez wedding.

A report from The Telegraph, says that couple will throw a pyjama party at the luxury luxury Aman hotel on the Grand Canal.

A Great Gatsby-themed party and cocktail reception is also said to be planned.

Around 200-guests are expected to be at the wedding with the likes of Kim Kardashian, Ivanka Trump and Tom Brady rumoured to be in attendance.

Mr Bezos and Ms Sanchez were spotted arriving at the exclusive Aman Venice Hotel on the Grand Canal by boat.

Ms Sanchez was also spotted by a Reuters reporter entering the hotel, a likely hub for many of the high-profile attendees.

Later that day, they were pictured leaving the hotel in evening attire, with Ms Sanchez wearing a sequin-studded gown while Mr Bezos opted for a white t-shirt and blazer.

Caitlin Hornik rounds up everything we know (so far) about the Bezos-Sánchez wedding: