Jeff Bezos and his fiance Lauren Sánchez sent their wedding invitations and also made an announcement. Instead of expecting traditional gifts, the two ask their guests: Inside, to do without gifts. Instead, they would like to make donations in the name of the invited to organizations who are committed to the preservation of the city of Venice, where the wedding will take place.
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The couple celebrates their love for each other from June 24th to 27th, 2025. The actual wedding celebration will start on June 27, 2025.
This is what the invitation looks like
The invitation, which was viewed by “Good Morning America”, among other things, is decorated with symbols of the lagoon city: gondolas, canals, birds, butterflies and stars. The message: “Please, no gifts.” And further: “Instead, we will provide donations in your name and gratitude for your trip to Venice.”
These facilities get support
Three local institutions are supported: the UNESCO office in Venice to protect the cultural heritage, the environmental organization Corila for the preservation of the lagoon landscape and the Venice International University for the promotion of sustainable research.
According to couple, the choice of the place and the design of the invitation reflect their personal connection to the city. Venice “gave them unforgettable memories,” said Bezos and Sánchez. With the donations, they want to contribute to the fact that the city preserves its uniqueness for future generations.
The celebrity guest list
Prominent guests such as Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner and designer Diane von Fürstenberg are already on site. Despite the isolated criticism of locals, there are many residents: Interior of Venice is delighted with international attention and financial support for their city.