A Love Story Culminating in Venice

After a six-year romance, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, 61, and former television journalist Lauren Sanchez, 55, are reportedly set to tie the knot in a lavish ceremony in Venice. The couple’s relationship began in 2018, marking a new chapter for Bezos after his 25-year marriage to Mackenzie Scott ended in 2019 [[1]].

The Ceremony: Aboard the Koru

Sources indicate that the wedding celebrations will take place aboard Bezos’ opulent $500 million mega-yacht, the Koru. This vessel previously hosted their engagement celebrations off the coast of Positano in August 2023. The main wedding event is expected to be held amidst the stunning backdrop of the Venetian lagoon [[2]], [[3]].

The ceremony will be celebrated on board the Koru, the 500 million dollar mega yacht of Bezos, where the two have already celebrated engagement in august 2023 off Positano. While the wedding will be at the centre of the Venetian lagoon.

Engagement details and Previous Rumors

Bezos proposed to Sanchez two years prior during a romantic getaway in the South of France. The engagement was confirmed when Sanchez was spotted wearing a significant diamond ring. In 2024, Bezos dismissed rumors of a wedding in Aspen, Colorado, during the Christmas season.

Wedding Date Speculation

while the exact wedding date remains undisclosed,invitations have reportedly been sent to select VIP guests [[2]], [[3]].Adding to the intrigue, Sanchez is scheduled to participate in a Blue Origin rocket flight this spring, alongside an all-female crew including singer Katy Perry. This would be the 31st mission of the New Shepard, making a summer wedding a likely possibility.

Lauren Sanchez: From Journalism to aviation

Born on December 19, 1969, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Lauren Sanchez comes from a family of Mexican heritage.Her father, a flight instructor and aeronautical mechanic, instilled in her a passion for aviation. However, she pursued journalism, graduating from the University of Southern California. She began her career at KCOP-TV in Los Angeles and later worked as a reporter and presenter for various networks, including KTVK-TV in Phoenix and “Extra.” In 1999, she joined “Good Day LA” on KTTV Fox 11, a popular morning television program in California.

Television and Film Appearances

Sanchez has made cameo appearances in films such as The Day After Tomorrow (2004) and Fantastic Four (2007),playing herself. In 2005,she appeared on the fourth season of The View,an ABC talk show featuring a panel of women with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints,and later returned to “Extra” as a presenter.

Black Ops Aviation: A Female-Led Production Company

Leveraging her media experience and passion for aviation,sanchez founded black Ops Aviation in 2016. This aerial filming production company is notable for being woman-owned and managed. As a certified pilot, sanchez personally pilots helicopters for high-profile productions.

Previous Marriage and Family

Sanchez was previously married to Patrick Whitesell, co-CEO of the WME talent agency, with whom she has two children. She also has a child from a prior relationship. Her relationship with Jeff bezos became public in 2019.

Philanthropy and Literary Ventures

Currently, Sanchez serves as the vice president of the Bezos Earth Fund, an organization dedicated to combating climate change and protecting the surroundings. In 2024, she released her first children’s book, The Fly Who flew to Space, which debuted on the New York Times bestseller list on September 29, 2024.