Rosie O’Donnell objects to this union.
Just days after Amazon founder Jeff Bezos wed Lauren Sánchez in a lavish, multi-day celebration in Venice, Italy—estimated to have cost $50 million—Rosie has joined the voices criticizing the extravaganza.
“The BEZOS wedding,” she wrote on Instagram June 30. “It turned my stomach. Seeing all these billionaires gathering in the gross excess of it all. The show of it.”
She also took a moment to call out the star-studded guest list, which included Hollywood attendees such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Orlando Bloom, Oprah Winfrey, Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian and Kris Jenner.
“Is Oprah friends with Jeff Besos[sic],” she continued. “Really – how is that possible? He treats his employees with disdain. By any metric he is not a nice man.”
In a separate post, Rosie reshared a tweet that juxtaposed the amount of money Jeff allegedly spent on the wedding to those currently losing their Medicaid and SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), alleging they are losing the benefits “just so he can get a huge tax cut. It’s disgusting and just wrong.”
In her caption, Rosie wrote, “Truth – #pathetic #sad #realfacts.”
The Harriet the Spy actress isn’t the only celebrity who has voiced their opinion over the nuptials, which sparked controversy from the locals in the water-bound Italian city.
Charlize Theron likewise made a comment about the guest list, which also included stars such as Gayle King, Tom Brady and Usher.
“I think we might be the only people who did not get an invite to the Bezos wedding,” the Mad Max star joked during a speech at her Africa Outreach Block Party in Los Angeles June 28. “But that’s OK because they suck and we’re cool.”
Indeed, many eyes were on Venice over the weekend of June 27 to see how the celebration would unfold and what Lauren had chosen for her wedding dress—a custom Dolce & Gabbana gown, which she modeled in a subsequent Vogue cover shoot.
But not everyone was happy with the dress, or the spotlight shown on the wedding, including Katie Couric.
“Welcome to the eighties—when big hair and conspicuous consumption ruled,” Katie commented on Jack Schlossberg’s Instagram post featuring the image. “Apparently tacky is back.”
For more on the luxurious nuptials, keep reading.
Here Comes the Groom
Jeff Bezos stepped out in a sharp black suit for his June 27 wedding with Lauren Sánchez.
And the Bride Wore White
Lauren was living la vita dolce in a cream-colored dress.
Keeping Up With the Kardashians
Kim Kardashian donned a figure-hugging gown for the wedding ceremony.
Korsets
Kendall Jenner and Kylie Jenner both opted for dressed with snatched waists.
Thumbs Up
Amid news of his breakup with Katy Perry, Orlando Bloom suited up for the occasion.
Going Koko
Khloe Kardashian sported a plunging pink gown, which she acessorized with a feathery coat.
In Euphoria
Sydney Sweeney boarded a water taxi to the wedding ceremony.
Think Pink
Brooks Nader also wore pink to the event.
MVPs
Usher and Tom Brady suited up for the special occasion.
Momager at Play
Kris Jenner was joined by her longtime love Corey Gamble at the nuptials.
Black Tie (and Cap)
Leonardo DiCaprio paired his black tux and bowtie with an all-black Los Angeles Dodgers hat for the proceedings.
Trump Card
Ivanka Trump and her husband Jared Kushner also made it out to Venice for the star-studded wedding.
Baby Bump on Board
Pregnant Karlie Kloss, who is expecting her thir baby with husband Joshua Kushner, needed a little hand getting into a water taxi with her baby bump.
Iconic Duo
Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King stepped out in red and pink dresses, sharing a taxi boat to the ceremony.
Making Waves
Ellie Goulding waved to a friend while attending the wedding ceremony.
Ciao, Italia!
Jeff and Lauren—who got engaged in 2023 after going public with their romance in 2019—arrived in Venice, Italy, ahead of their wedding.
Here Comes the Bride
The bride-to-be wore a jaw-dropping corset dress to her wedding welcome party.
Meeting Up With California Gurls in Italy
Orlando met with the Kardashians and Scooter Braun for a bite to eat ahead of the nuptials.
BFFs On Board!
Oprah and Gayleboarded a taxi boat as they left the Gritti Palace Hotel in Venice for a pre-wedding party.
The Love Boat
The happy couple shared a sweet kiss as they left their hotel.
Mystery Guest
Leonardo tried to go incognito the day before the wedding in a dark suit and black L.A. Dodgers baseball cap as he joined the other guests for an evening out.
Touch Down in Venice
Tom Brady sported a Nobull sweatsuit as he transferred from plane to boat at the Venice Marco Polo airport in Venice.
Vittoria in Venice
Italian model Vittoria Ceretti looked stunning as she joined her boyfriend Leonardo DiCaprio on a taxi boat.
Summer Style
Kendall and Kylie were spotted hopping on a boat ahead of the big day.
Yes to the Dress?
Fashion designer Domenico Dolce was spotted mingling with other wedding guests.
Oh, Say Can You See This Couple on the Dock?
After all, Ivanka and Jared arrived at the Marco Polo airport in Venice before being sailed off to the St. Regis hotel.
Famous Faces
The A-list guests enjoyed a light lunch after arriving in Venice for the big event.
Flying Solo
Orlando hopped into a boat along with other wedding guests for an evening out in Venice.
Glowing in the Italian Sun
Lauren was all smiles as she walked into the hotel, as Jeff trailed behind.
Khloe Takes Venice
Khloe made a stylish arrival in Venice, rocking a leopard print bodycon strapless dress along with big sunglasses.
