Venice is playing host to a constellation of reality stars, actors, royalty, and A-list personalities as Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez celebrate their wedding.
The Italian city’s waterways and streets were graced by the presence of Oprah Winfrey, Orlando Bloom, Kylie Jenner, and Ivanka Trump, among other notable figures, on Thursday and Friday.
The festivities are slated to span three days, culminating in a grand party on Saturday for the newlyweds and their extensive guest list.
The high-profile event has drawn demonstrations from various factions within Venice, ranging from local residents concerned about over-tourism to climate change advocates.
Provocative installations depicting the Amazon founder and his soon-to-be wife have captured attention throughout the Italian city.
Celebrities were observed utilizing water taxis on Venice’s iconic canals in the days leading up to the lavish, multi-million dollar ceremony.
Sanchez, 55, began her career as a journalist and is also a licensed pilot with a strong interest in aviation.
The activist group “No Space for Bezos” expressed their approval of the demonstrations to the BBC.
Separately, six women, including pop icon Katy Perry, embarked on a suborbital space mission, marking an all-female endeavor.