Recently, the fifth annual Block Party in support of the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project took place at Universal Studios in Los Angeles.

At the charity event, Charlize Theron delivered a speech in which she referenced the headline-making event of the past weekend – the lavish $50 million wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez.

«It seems like we’re the only ones who didn’t get invited to the Bezos wedding». The audience laughed, and Theron added: «Well, good. Because they suck, and we’re cool», The Hollywood Reporter quotes the actress.

Perhaps the star made the comment as a joke, but many perceived her words as clear criticism of the excessive flamboyance in displaying wealth.

The Oscar-winner then continued her speech in a more serious tone.

«Thank you for being here. Especially now, when the world is literally on fire – and that’s not an exaggeration», she said.

According to Theron, humanity is not moving forward, but backward:

«Immigration policies are destroying the lives of ordinary people, not criminals. Women’s rights are becoming weaker, LGBTQ rights are being erased, and gender-based violence is on the rise».

For the Block Party, the 49-year-old star wore a black dress with an asymmetrical shoulder cutout, complemented by a leather biker jacket and matching sandals.

It’s worth noting that not only Charlize Theron, but other global activists also took issue with Bezos’s wedding. Residents of Venice recently protested the grand event.

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Right now in Venice, one of the most anticipated events of the year is taking place — the wedding of 61-year-old Amazon founder and billionaire Jeff Bezos and 55-year-old journalist Lauren Sanchez.

The ceremony was preceded by numerous controversies, including backlash from Venetian residents who protested the grand celebration, as Bezos had essentially rented out the entire city. Nevertheless, the «wedding of the year,» as dubbed by global media, went ahead — with its cost reportedly exceeding $50 million.

The bride has already shared the first photos from the ceremony. In the shots, Lauren poses in a stunning wedding gown designed for her by Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana. The dress, featuring a corset and high neckline, adorned with lace throughout and a dramatic train, was inspired by the iconic Italian film star Sophia Loren. The look was completed with a massive 30-carat diamond engagement ring.

As for the groom, Jeff appeared in a classic look — a black tuxedo with satin lapels and a white shirt.

To recall, for the wedding, one of the world’s richest men rented a private island, with guests arriving via water taxi. Over 200 celebrities attended the event, including the Kardashian sisters with their mother Jenner, Leonardo DiCaprio and Vittoria Ceretti, Eva Longoria, Sydney Sweeney, Orlando Bloom, Oprah Winfrey, Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner, Queen Rania of Jordan, Karlie Kloss, Bill Gates, and many others.Based on the photos, the event’s dress code was black tie.

 

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Next week, Venice will transform into the epicenter of one of the most anticipated events of the year — the wedding of 61-year-old American billionaire Jeff Bezos and his fiancée, 55-year-old journalist Lauren Sanchez.

Rumors about the scale of the celebration have been circulating for a while — and it truly promises to be grand. Bezos has practically “booked” the entire city of Venice for the event.

According to the Daily Mail, festivities will begin on June 26 and will last for two days. A few more interesting details have also emerged: the celebrations will take place on the $500 million megayacht Koru, which will be docked near the island of San Giorgio Maggiore, just across from St. Mark’s Square. As a result, the island will be closed to visitors for several days.

Around 200 celebrity guests are expected to attend the wedding. For them, Bezos has reserved the five most elite hotels in Venice — Aman Canal Grand Hotel, Danieli, Belmond Cipriani, Gritti Palace, and St. Regis — where one night costs no less than $2,000.

Bezos has also booked one of Venice’s most iconic buildings — the former Renaissance-era confraternity Scuola Grande della Misericordia (which will serve as the main venue for the festivities), as well as the Church of San Giorgio, where the wedding ceremony itself will take place.

Love is a beautiful thing — but billions call for caution. Jeff Bezos, one of the wealthiest people on the planet and currently the world’s third-richest man, is set to marry TV host Lauren Sánchez. However, he’s taking steps to protect not only his heart but also his financial empire. According to the Daily Mail, citing sources, Bezos has assembled a legal team to draft a prenuptial agreement before saying «I do.»

The main goal of the agreement is to safeguard the billionaire’s wealth acquired before his relationship with Sánchez and to prevent it from becoming joint property after marriage.

Family law expert Alphonse Provinziano told Hello! that the document would clearly outline all of Bezos’s business assets and property interests, specifying that they remain his personal property. According to him, preparing such an agreement is a complex and time-consuming process, especially for individuals with ultra-high net worth.

«It can take several months — it requires asset valuations, transparency, legal consultations, and the negotiation of all terms,» Provinziano explained.

As the couple’s wedding is expected next month, it is likely that the document has already been signed and all formalities are complete.

The world’s second-richest person, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, and his chosen one, former journalist Lauren Sanchez, will officially become a married couple two years after their engagement. The lovebirds are actively preparing for the wedding ceremony, which will take place in Italy this summer.

According to Page Six, 61-year-old Bezos and 55-year-old Sanchez have already started sending out wedding invitations. The number of guests remains undisclosed, as does the exact date. However, according to insider information, the billionaire and his beloved will celebrate their wedding in Venice.

At the same time, another rumor circulating in Western media suggests that the couple might legalize their relationship in June on Bezos’ yacht, Koru, worth $500 million, which is moored off the Italian coast.

Let us remind you that Jeff and Lauren’s romance began in 2019 when Bezos divorced his wife after 25 years of marriage, and Sanchez separated from her husband after 13 years together.

Photo: Instagram @laurenwsanchez