As the sun sets over the canals of Venice, celebrities, including Kim Kardashian, gather to witness the marriage of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez. The wedding, taking place at the luxurious Aman Hotel, is surrounded by a striped tent designed to shield guests from photogenic view, frustrating eager reporters and paparazzi alike.

Questions loom regarding the ceremony itself—whether Bezos and Sánchez would actually exchange vows in Venice or merely host a grand celebration. No official confirmation had emerged regarding the wedding date, leaving many in speculation, including hotel workers who were unaware what event they were preparing for.

The festivities have begun, inviting around 200 elite guests into a city that now feels both electrified and divided. As chanting crowds of exuberant fans and dissenters gathered outside, a vocal critique resonated: “The problem is not the wedding. The problem is the system. We think that one wealthy billionaire shouldn't be able to rent an entire city for a celebration.”

While the couple has openly embraced their romance in public eye for six years—from Wimbledon to lavish galas—their wedding remains a tantalizing event marred by secrecy, even in a picturesque backdrop renowned for its romantic allure.