Shortly after sharing a rare look at her family life, Lauren Sánchez made a striking public appearance with her husband.
Glitzy billionaire Jeff Bezos and his smoldering wife Lauren Sánchez are frequently photographed hand-in-hand, and gazing into each other’s eyes like teenagers in love. But on a balmy October evening in Miami, something seemed… off — at least according to public opinion.
The duo recently stepped out for a glamorous date night, and instead of reigniting romance, they set the internet ablaze with wild speculation, mockery, and even predictions of a split.
Netizen comment about Lauren Sánchez, posted on October 26, 2025. | Source: Facebook/TMZ
The A-Lister Pair Step Out in Style but Not Hand-in-Hand
It was Saturday night, October 25, 2025, and Bezos and Sánchez were all smiles as they strutted into Carbone, the celebrity-favored Italian hotspot in Miami.
The duo dressed to impress: Sánchez, 55, turned heads in a sultry, floral-printed minidress with lace trim that put her toned legs on full display, while Bezos, 61, kept things sleek and simple in a fitted black T-shirt, dark jeans, and classic black shoes — his signature shades and wristwatch rounding out the understated, polished vibe.
They looked relaxed… However, the internet was anything but. Photos of the high-powered couple soon lit up social media — not because of what they wore, but because of how they walked.
There was a noticeable gap between the newlyweds as they made their way to their destination, and the public pounced.
Lauren Sánchez and Jeff Bezos spotted in Ibiza, Spain on May 17, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
‘Before Marriage He Never Left Her Side’: Online Viewers Point Out the Duo’s Body Language
“Before marriage he [sic] never left her side 😮. Now he’s 6 feet away 😂😂,” one person remarked. Echoing a similar sentiment, another questioned, “Why aren’t they walking together? That’s weird.”
A third observer bluntly added, “Says a lot if a man is walking in front of you, yikes 😳.” Others went so far as to speculate on the state of the couple’s relationship. “I predict that their marriage is over in 5 years,” one spectator opined.
Meanwhile, Sánchez’s outfit sparked a mix of admiration and critique. One commenter simply observed, “Looks like a nightgown,” while a fan offered praise, stating, “She’s looking awesome.”
Defending her fiercely, another supporter declared, “That woman has great relations with him. Nothing you can say bad [sic]. And still looking fire!”
Lauren Sánchez and Jeff Bezos spotted arriving at the EE72 Magazine launch party in New York City on September 12, 2025. | Source: Getty Images
Before Miami, There Was an Emotional Mother Witnessing the New Chapter of One of Her Sons
The buzz surrounding the duo’s Miami outing comes not long after Lauren Sánchez offered a more intimate glimpse into her private world — one that had little to do with glitz and public appearances, and everything to do with the quiet milestones of family life.
On August 11, 2025, Sánchez posted an image of her 19-year-old son, Evan Whitesell, assembling a cabinet in his dorm room.
Lauren Sánchez with her children Evan and Ella Whitesell during Camp Ronald McDonald For Good Times’ 17th Annual Halloween Carnival in Universal City, California on October 25, 2009. | Source: Getty Images
Using white lettering over a black background for her since-expired Instagram Story, Sánchez reflected on dropping off her son at university for this new chapter.
She noted how watching Whitesell assemble furniture may seem mundane to some, but to her, it was a symbol of growth. The doting mom expressed her mixed emotions, including the gratitude, sadness, and pride she felt witnessing her son come into his own, and accompanied the post with David Bowie’s hauntingly nostalgic tune “Changes” in the background.
Lauren Sánchez’s Instagram Story about her son, Evan Whitesell, going to college, posted on August 11, 2025. | Source: Instagram/laurensanchezbezos
Later, she shared a sweet throwback photo of Whitesell as a child, standing with a little girl in a classroom. In a white speech bubble, Sánchez marveled: those very same children had now started college together. In a gray banner, she added that they would always be friends.
Lauren Sánchez’s Instagram Story showing her son, Evan Whitesell, and a friend when they were little, posted on August 11, 2025. | Source: Instagram/laurensanchezbezos
A Closer Look at the Children Behind the Headlines
Sánchez shares Whitesell and her 17-year-old daughter with her businessman ex-husband. Her eldest child, 24-year-old Nikko Gonzalez, was the result of her past relationship with an NFL legend.
During a September 2024 interview with Elle, the journalist spoke about learning Spanish alongside her children as part of her efforts to embrace her Mexican American roots.
Lauren Sánchez and her son Nikko Gonzalez during a basketball game between the Indiana Pacers and the Los Angeles Lakers in Los Angeles, California on January 28, 2014. | Source: Getty Images
Later in the conversation with Editor-in-Chief Nina Garcia, Sánchez, who is a licensed pilot, shared that her fascination with aviation stemmed from wanting to share something exciting with her kids that they would genuinely appreciate.
And yes, she still tries to impress them. “It’s the one thing my kids think is cool. Let me tell you, trying to impress teenagers is very difficult,” she said.
Lauren Sánchez and Elle Editor-in-Chief Nina García during Elle’s Women in Hollywood Celebration in Los Angeles, California on December 5, 2023. | Source: Getty Images
Lauren Sánchez’s Children Take Center Stage at Her Wedding, and Steal the Spotlight
Adding another heartwarming layer to Sánchez’s role as a mom, her mixed heritage children participated actively in her lavish Venice wedding to Bezos. In an interview with Vogue this past June, Sánchez revealed that her sons were to walk her down the aisle, while her daughter would act as her maid of honor.
The fashion for the affair? Nothing short of couture. The designers of her wedding gown, renowned fashion powerhouse Dolce and Gabbana, were also in charge of dressing her kids.
“Ella’s original; she beats to her own drum,” Sánchez told the magazine. “She had never had a fitting before, and she loved it. She’s going to look amazing. It has been the most fun dressing all the kids.”
But it wasn’t just the wedding roles that had fans talking — it was the boys’ looks. Following a report that Gonzalez and Whitesell had, in fact, walked their mom down the aisle, the public quickly began speculating about their appearances.
Netizen comment about Lauren Sánchez’s sons, posted on June 28, 2025. | Source: Facebook/People
Referring to Gonzalez, one netizen wrote, “He got lip filler too,” while another asked, “Does the tall son inject his lips? Very handsome sons.”
Others called the brothers “Good looking boys” and speculated about Gonzalez’s future, with one comment reading, “Son’s a model? I smell money.” Meanwhile, another person added, “That’s so special very [sic] handsome sons.”
But not all comments were centered on the boys’ appearances, as other people offered warm wishes for Sánchez and her family, congratulating them and calling the scene heartwarming and touching. Some even shared their own experiences, saying their sons also walked them down the aisle.
Lauren Sánchez Is ‘Heartbroken’ in Emotional Post About 19-Year-Old Son Evan
The Emmy-winning journalist shared a nostalgic, bittersweet glimpse of her son’s first day at college, capturing the moment he began this part of his adult life.
On August 11, 2025, Lauren Sánchez, 55, posted an image of her 19-year-old son, Evan Whitesell, assembling a cabinet in his new dorm room. The understated snapshot offered a rare, intimate look at her family.
Lauren Sánchez with her children Evan and Ella Whitesell during Camp Ronald McDonald For Good Times’ 17th Annual Halloween Carnival at Universal Studios Backlot on October 25, 2009, in Universal City, California | Source: Getty Images
Using white lettering over a black background for her Instagram story, Lauren reflected on dropping off her son at university for this new chapter.
She noted that watching him work on a piece of furniture for his dorm room might seem like a small thing, but for her, it carried deep significance. The TV personality also added the words “proud,” “heartbroken,” and “grateful” to the post along with the song “Changes” by David Bowie.
Lauren Sánchez’s Instagram story about her son, Evan Whitesell, going to college, dated August 11, 2025 | Source: Instagram/laurensanchezbezos
Later, she shared a throwback photo of her son as a young boy alongside a little girl in a classroom, both gazing at their teacher. In a white speech bubble, she marveled at how those two children had just been dropped off at college, and in a gray banner below, she wrote that they would always be friends.
Lauren Sánchez’s Instagram story showing her son, Evan Whitesell, and a friend when they were little, dated August 11, 2025 | Source: Instagram/laurensanchezbezos
Lauren shares Evan and her daughter, Ella Whitesell, 17, with ex-husband Patrick Whitesell. Her eldest child, 24-year-old Nikko Gonzalez, was the result of her past relationship with Tony Gonzalez, the NFL legend.
During a September 2024 interview with Elle, the journalist spoke about learning Spanish alongside her children as part of her efforts to embrace her Mexican American roots.
Lauren Sánchez and her son Nikko Gonzalez during a basketball game between the Indiana Pacers and the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on January 28, 2014, in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images
Later in the conversation with Editor-in-Chief Nina Garcia, Lauren shared that her fascination with aviation — she is a licensed pilot — stemmed from wanting to share something exciting with her kids that they would genuinely appreciate.
“It’s the one thing my kids think is cool. Let me tell you, trying to impress teenagers is very difficult,” she said.
Lauren Sánchez and Elle Editor in Chief Nina García during ELLE’s 2023 Women in Hollywood Celebration Presented by Ralph Lauren, Harry Winston and Viarae at Nya Studios on December 5, 2023, in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images
These mixed heritage children participated actively in her lavish Venice wedding to 61-year-old billionaire Jeff Bezos. In an interview with Vogue this past June, Lauren Sánchez revealed that her sons were to walk her down the aisle, while Ella would act as her maid of honor.
The designers of her wedding gown, Dolce and Gabbana, were also in charge of dressing them. “Ella’s original; she beats to her own drum,” the journalist told the magazine. “She had never had a fitting before, and she loved it. She’s going to look amazing. It has been the most fun dressing all the kids.”
While all her children’s participation in the wedding was certainly touching, Lauren’s sons unexpectedly caused a stir online after that weekend, not for their roles in the ceremony, but for their appearance.
A netizen’s comment about Lauren Sánchez’s sons from a post dated June 28, 2025. | Source: Facebook/People
Following the report that Nikko and Evan had, in fact, walked her down the aisle, public attention quickly began speculating about their looks. One netizen wrote about Nikko, “He got lip filler too,” while another asked, “Does the tall son inject his lips? Very handsome sons.”
Others called the brothers “Good looking boys” or speculated about Nikko’s future, with one comment reading, “Son’s a model? I smell money.” Another person added, “That’s so special very handsome sons [sic].”
But not all comments were about the boys’ looks. Other netizens offered warm wishes for Lauren and her family, congratulating them and calling the scene heartwarming and touching. Some even shared their own experiences, saying their sons also walked them down the aisle.
5 Highly Discussed Moments from Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s Wedding: Her ‘Cheaply Made’ Gown, Their ‘Fake’ Kiss, and More
- Lauren Sanchez’s rarely-seen sons shocked the public with their looks.
- People accused Jeff Bezos and his new wife of faking their kiss after the ceremony.
- The public called Sanchez’s wedding gown “cheaply made.”
- Wedding guest Oprah, 71, sparked talk about her arms while waving to the public.
- Fans slammed Ivanka Trump for outshining the bride with a “too short” dress.
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s lavish wedding in Venice was meant to be a celebration of love, but it quickly turned into a spectacle of viral moments and public scrutiny. From Lauren’s rarely-seen sons stealing the spotlight to accusations of a staged kiss, the internet had a lot to say.
Add in Oprah’s eyebrow-raising moment, a dress that drew fashion backlash, and Ivanka Trump’s headline-grabbing outfit, and you’ve got a wedding weekend that netizens can’t stop talking about. Here’s a breakdown of the most talked-about moments from the Bezos-Sánchez event — the good, the awkward, and the downright controversial.
1.
What to Know about the Bride’s Rarely-Seen Sons, Who Walked Her Down the Aisle
From comments about lip fillers to modeling potential, photos of Lauren Sánchez’s sons had the internet talking after reports of their role at her wedding emerged.
After Lauren Sánchez said “I do” to Jeff Bezos, reports emerged that her two sons, Nikko and Evan, walked her down the aisle — but online chatter seemed to focus more on their appearances than the touching moment itself.
A netizen’s comment about Lauren Sánchez’s sons from a post dated June 28, 2025. | Source: Facebook/People
According to People, Lauren’s sons accompanied her down the aisle at her wedding to the Amazon founder on June 27, 2025. The black-tie event was held on the island of San Giorgio Maggiore.
In an interview with Vogue that coincided with her wedding, Lauren confirmed that her sons would be escorting her, admitting that she teared up just envisioning the moment.
Lauren Sánchez and her son Nikko Gonzalez at Forbes Power Women’s Summit 2024 on September 11 in New York. | Source: Getty Images
However, following the report, public attention quickly shifted from the emotional walk to comments about Nikko and Evan’s looks. One netizen wrote about Nikko, “He got lip filler too,” while another asked, “Does the tall son inject his lips? Very handsome sons.”
Others simply called the brothers “Good looking boys” or speculated about Nikko’s future, with one comment reading, “Son’s a model? I smell money.” Another person added, “That’s so special very handsome sons.”
But not all comments were about the boys’ looks. Other netizens offered warm wishes for Lauren and her family, congratulating them and calling the scene heartwarming and touching. Some even shared their own experiences, saying their sons also walked them down the aisle.
2.
Why Was the Newlyweds’ Kiss in Public Criticized?
An affectionate moment between the Amazon billionaire and his new bride during their wedding weekend had the internet split, as some saw romance while others saw something else entirely.
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez exchanged vows on June 27, 2025, during a lavish and highly publicized wedding weekend in Venice, Italy. Just a day later, the newlyweds were photographed leaving the luxurious Hotel Aman.
Sánchez wore a strapless blush-toned gown embellished with intricate silver and gold beading. She styled her hair in soft waves and accessorized with teardrop earrings, completing her ensemble with a black clutch.
Bezos opted for a sleek all-black look, pairing a black suit with a matching shirt and his signature aviator sunglasses.
After leaving the hotel, the couple boarded a water taxi to continue their celebrations. But it wasn’t their glamorous outfits that became the focus of social media chatter.
As the boat made its way through Venice, Sánchez leaned in to kiss her new husband, and their intimate moment quickly sparked mixed reactions online.
Some people criticized the kiss, with one person asking, “What type of kiss is that 😂,” while another claimed, “It all looks so fake!” Others had similar thoughts, with one person writing, “That is NOT a kiss that’s a lip bump 🤭🤭” and another netizen adding, “She’s kissing his chin.”
More comments followed, with one reading, “You call that a kiss ?” and another person typing, “Lips aren’t even touching.”
However, not all the comments were negative. Others shared messages of support for the couple, with one person commenting, “Good for them. Everyone needs love,” while another simply said, “Beautiful.”
Some praised their happiness, with one user stating, “They look happy,” while another added, “It’s so beautiful to see Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez Bezos celebrating their love with friends and family. I love seeing couples in love, it reminds me of my parents.”
Despite the divided opinions, Bezos and Sánchez’s water taxi outing ensured their wedding weekend continued to make headlines after exchanging vows.
Jeff Bezos beams and waves enthusiastically while stepping onto a water taxi, as Lauren Sánchez follows behind him wearing a blush-toned beaded gown, framed by striped curtains and surrounded by staff and onlookers.
Jeff Bezos beams and waves energetically at onlookers, dressed in a sharp black suit and aviator sunglasses, while Lauren Sánchez stands gracefully behind him in a shimmering blush-toned gown with intricate beading, her long hair styled in loose waves as she gazes out from between elegant striped curtains.
Lauren Sánchez beams in a figure-hugging blush gown covered in shimmering silver and gold embellishments, her hair cascading over her shoulders in loose waves. She holds a black clutch emblazoned with “Bezos” in sparkling letters, while Jeff Bezos, dressed in a sleek black suit, looks up at her with a smile.
Jeff Bezos holds Lauren Sánchez close as they stand side by side on the boat, both looking relaxed and content against a blurred backdrop of brick walls and greenery lining the canal.
Jeff Bezos flashes a wide smile as he leans close to Lauren Sánchez, who gazes ahead with a composed expression. The couple stands on the boat’s deck, exuding confidence as a suited security guard watches from behind against a blurred cityscape.
Lauren Sánchez raises her hand in a gentle wave as Jeff Bezos smiles beside her, both standing on the boat while a woman in the background captures the moment on her phone near a red-and-white striped post.
Lauren Sánchez blows a kiss toward the crowd with a playful smile as Jeff Bezos wraps his arm around her shoulders, gazing at her affectionately while a suited guard looks on in the background.
Lauren Sánchez blows a kiss with softly pursed lips, her almond-shaped eyes framed by long lashes and her hand revealing manicured nails, as her teardrop diamond earrings catch the light in this intimate close-up.
Lauren Sánchez gazes lovingly at Jeff Bezos, her hand resting gently on the side of his head as they share an intimate moment aboard the boat, their faces close and smiles soft.
Lauren Sánchez and Jeff Bezos share a kiss as a suited guard looks on, the candid moment set against blurred buildings and the evening light reflecting off the water.
The couple presses their lips together in a tender kiss, Lauren’s eyes closed as she cups Jeff’s head and he tilts towards her, lost in the moment on their boat ride.
Lauren Sánchez leans in for a deep kiss with Jeff Bezos, her hand cradling the back of his head as he holds her close, their embrace framed by the blurred city beyond.
Motorboats weave along the canal as the golden light illuminates Venice’s grand domes and historic facades, capturing the lively scene trailing Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s water taxi.
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Why Did Fans Think Lauren Sanchez’s Wedding Dress Looked Cheap?
The new bride shared a snap of her walking hand-in-hand with her billionaire groom in Venice, Italy, but it was what she wore that sparked criticism and confusion.
Lauren Sánchez recently said “I do” to Jeff Bezos in a wedding that became one of the most talked-about events of the year. Now, she has finally shared their first wedding day photo featuring her wedding dress, which had everyone talking.
A netizen’s comment from a post dated June 27, 2025. | Source: Instagram/pagesix
In the picture posted on June 27, 2025, Sánchez is seen walking hand-in-hand with Bezos down the aisle. The bride wore a lace-blanketed gown with a sweeping train and veil, while Bezos opted for a classic black tuxedo. Her caption simply read, “06/27/2025” with a pink heart emoji.
For her dress, Sánchez selected Italian designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana of Dolce and Gabbana to craft the gown. Instead of choosing a modern silhouette, she aimed for timeless glamour inspired by the 1950s.
Lauren Sánchez from a post dated June 28, 2025. | Source: Instagram/cnn
According to reports, the design was based on the dress Sophia Loren wore in the 1958 film “Houseboat,” featuring a white boned corset with a sweetheart neckline, lace extending to a high neck and long sleeves, and 180 chiffon-covered buttons running down the middle.
But unlike Loren’s full ’50s skirt, Sánchez’s version had a fluted mermaid silhouette topped with a sweeping tulle-and-lace veil, reportedly taking more than 900 hours to create.
Lauren Sánchez from a post dated June 28, 2025. | Source: Instagram/cnn
Netizens wasted no time sharing their opinions about Sánchez’s dress. One comment read, “For 20 million wedding, the gown looked cheaply made,” while someone else shared, “Is the dress on backwards?”
A third person added, “Dress on backwards? Never seen these buttons on the front, otherwise I think it could have been beautiful,” while someone else also asked, “Why does that dress look like it’s on backwards? 😮”
Lauren Sánchez from a post dated June 28, 2025. | Source: Instagram/cnn
Other comments suggested the dress looked like she bought it from Amazon. “All that money, and that’s what she chose to wear?” someone else typed.
One person, however, offered a compliment, saying, “She actually looks really pretty here. I’m glad she covered up a bit.” Others also thought Sánchez looked beautiful and offered their congratulations.
4.
What Happened to Oprah’s Arms That Shocked the Public?
As she tried to step into the taxi boat that would ferry guests to the celebration, Winfrey was seen in a video post holding onto a guide for support. Her arms shook slightly as she stepped in, and that moment quickly became the center of online chatter.
Comments poured in almost instantly. Under a video posted by TooFab News, one Instagrammer wrote, “sorry [sic] but look at her arms and look at her proud to be there,” while another commented, “Don’t shake those arms like that oh my God there’s a whole Lotta extra stuff wrapping in the wind.” A third added, “Omg!! Her arms !! All that money ! [sic] You don’t do anything with that loose skin.”
Oprah Winfrey smiles and waves at the crowd as she steps out ahead of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez’s wedding in Venice, Italy on June 26, 2025. The loose skin around her arms, that has the media buzzing, is visible as she raises her hands in the air.
US talk show host Oprah Winfrey and US journalist Gayle King get on a taxi boat as they leave the Gritti Palace Hotel ahead of the wedding of Amazon’s founder Jeff Bezos to Lauren Sanchez in Venice, Italy on June 26, 2026.
Oprah Winfrey is photographed holding on to the taxi boat guide while she gives a slight smile. This sighting is ahead of the Bezos-Sanchez wedding holding in Italy.
Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King as seated in the taxi boat. Winfrey appears to be distracted while King looks down at something.
Oprah Winfrey heads to the taxi boat provided to convey celebrities and guests to the Bezos-Sanchez wedding venue.
Oprah Winfrey arrives at Venice Marco Polo airport ahead of the much anticipated wedding of the A-list couple Bezos and Sanchez. She is dressed in white with a white and brown handbag.
Oprah Winfrey is at the Marco Polo airport in Venice. She steps into the taxi boat with the help of the taxi boat guide.
5.
How Did Ivanka Trump Upstage the Bride, Lauren Sanchez?
The 43-year-old turned heads after she uploaded a carousel of sun-kissed snapshots on social media in celebration of the couple’s wedding festivities.
Ivanka Trump marked the wedding weekend of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez by sharing a series of sun-drenched photos taken in Venice, Italy. Her post sparked a surge of fan commentary about what she wore.
A netizen’s comment dated June 26, 2025 | Source: Facebook/ivankatrump
In what appeared to be a luxury suite, the former White House adviser posed in a sleeveless pink-and-white tweed mini dress detailed with 3D floral appliqués across the bodice and straps.
Her hair, parted down the middle, was styled in soft waves, and she kept her accessories minimal, allowing the intricate dress to remain the focal point.
Ivanka Trump gazes out from her hotel suite in Venice, from a post dated June 26, 2025 | Source: Instagram/ivankatrump
Ivanka was not alone in the spotlight. Her husband, Jared Kushner, looked dapper in a dark-colored suit he paired with a white shirt. He joined her for a photo on a sunlit balcony overlooking the rooftops and waterways of Venice. The couple stood close together on the tiled terrace, both smiling slightly at the camera.
“Looks like you might outshine the bride!” one person wrote in response to the pictures, which Ivanka posted to Instagram. Another comment echoed the sentiment with a teasing warning, “Be careful… you are going to outshine the bride.”
Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner posing on a sunlit terrace in Venice from a post dated June 26, 2025. | Source: Instagram/ivankatrump
Others took a more humorous tone. “I feel sorry for the bride. I know where all the eyes will be!” joked one viewer. Not all feedback was flattering. One netizen voiced reservations about the length of the dress.
They wrote, “Sorry, but that dress is way too short,” while another added, “not loving the dress.” One observer said she usually admires Ivanka’s style, but this time, the dress “looks like a wedding cake.” Another chimed in with a similar comparison, “That dress looks like frosting.”
A more conflicted take came from someone who admitted that they were “on the fence” about the look. The viewer added that although the design reminded her of a wedding cake, Ivanka looked beautiful nonetheless, even saying, “you can wear a tarp and still look beautiful.”
Despite the polarizing opinions, many seemed to agree on one thing: the outfit drew attention. “Don’t upstage the bride,” urged one commenter. Meanwhile, Sánchez, who recently made a public appearance outside her luxury hotel, had netizens divided on her look.
On the evening of June 26, just one day before exchanging vows with Bezos, Sánchez turned heads as she stepped out of the Aman Hotel. She wore a figure-hugging gown that immediately became the focal point of online conversation.
A netizen’s comment, dated June 26, 2025 | Source: Instagram/pagesix
The off-the-shoulder dress featured embroidered floral details with a waist-snatching textured corset laced at the back. She styled her hair in a long, flowing high ponytail with loose, face-framing pieces in the front. She finished off her look with minimal accessories, letting her ring stand out.
Lauren Sánchez and Jeff Bezos exiting the Aman Hotel to attend a pre-wedding dinner on June 26, 2025, in Venice, Italy | Source: Getty Images
The couple, surrounded by security and guests, was photographed leaving the hotel en route to a pre-wedding dinner event. The occasion marked one of the most public and fashion-forward moments of the wedding weekend.
Lauren Sánchez waving while stepping onto a water taxi with Jeff Bezos ahead of their wedding dinner on June 26, 2025, in Venice, Italy | Source: Getty Images
Once the images began circulating, reactions poured in across social media. Some netizens found them entertaining, while others offered harsh critiques.
Jeff Bezos reaching for Lauren Sánchez’s hand as she steps down from the Aman Hotel entrance | Source: Getty Images
One commenter remarked, “It’s giving lampshade 😂”, capturing the whimsical tone shared by several others. Another added, “Dress looks like my old living room curtain 😂.”
Some reactions were even more direct. One person wrote, “She is so tacky,” while a second viewer questioned, “Can she breath in that look [sic].”
Jeff Bezos smiling while holding hands with Lauren Sánchez as they prepare to leave the Aman Hotel | Source: Getty Images
Although netizens focused mainly on the dress, some still zeroed in on her ring. The enormous gem had them questioning its aesthetic value.
“That ring is gaudy and not very attractive,” one commenter wrote. Another viewer added, “It’s so big that it looks fake.” “Such a tacky ring. You can’t even wear it and enjoy it,” said a third.
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez aboard a boat, with Sánchez blowing a kiss toward the crowd. | Source: Getty Images
However, not every comment was negative. One person took a more generous view, noting that the pair genuinely seemed to enjoy one another’s company. Unfortunately, this is not the first time the internet has sunk its teeth into Bezos and Sánchez’s wedding affairs.
Resurfaced Photos of Lauren Sanchez’s Sons, Nikko and Evan, Who Walked Their Mom Down the Aisle, Sparked Buzz
From speculation about lip fillers to praise for their modeling potential, photos of Lauren Sánchez’s sons sparked widespread buzz online following reports about their roles in her wedding.
After Lauren Sánchez said “I do” to Jeff Bezos, reports emerged that her two sons, Nikko and Evan, walked her down the aisle — but online chatter seemed to focus more on their appearances than the touching moment itself.
A netizen’s comment about Lauren Sánchez’s sons from a post dated June 28, 2025. | Source: Facebook/People
According to People, Lauren’s sons accompanied her down the aisle at her wedding to the Amazon founder on June 27, 2025. The black-tie event was held on the island of San Giorgio Maggiore.
In an interview with Vogue that coincided with her wedding, Lauren confirmed that her sons would be escorting her, admitting that she teared up just envisioning the moment.
Lauren Sánchez and her son Nikko Gonzalez at Forbes Power Women’s Summit 2024 on September 11 in New York. | Source: Getty Images
However, following the report, public attention quickly shifted from the emotional walk to comments about Nikko and Evan’s looks. One netizen wrote about Nikko, “He got lip filler too,” while another asked, “Does the tall son inject his lips? Very handsome sons.”
Others called the brothers “Good looking boys” or speculated about Nikko’s future, with one comment reading, “Son’s a model? I smell money.” Another person added, “That’s so special very handsome sons [sic].”
But not all comments were about the boys’ looks. Other netizens offered warm wishes for Lauren and her family, congratulating them and calling the scene heartwarming and touching. Some even shared their own experiences, saying their sons also walked them down the aisle.
Before the chatter about her sons began, Lauren had already grabbed attention by sharing her first photo from her special day, showing off her wedding dress that had everyone talking.
A netizen comment from a post dated June 27, 2025. | Source: Instagram/pagesix
In the picture posted on June 27, 2025, Lauren walks hand-in-hand with her new husband down the aisle. The bride wore a lace-blanketed gown with a sweeping train and veil, while Jeff opted for a classic black tuxedo. Her simple caption read, “06/27/2025,” with a pink heart emoji.
For her dress, Lauren selected Italian designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana of Dolce & Gabbana to craft the gown. Rather than opting for a modern silhouette, she embraced timeless 1950s-inspired glamour.
Lauren Sánchez from a post dated June 28, 2025. | Source: Instagram/cnn
According to reports, the design was based on the dress Sophia Loren wore in the 1958 film “Houseboat,” featuring a white boned corset with a sweetheart neckline, lace extending to a high neck and long sleeves, and 180 chiffon-covered buttons running down the middle.
But unlike Sophia’s full ’50s skirt, Lauren Sánchez’s version had a fluted mermaid silhouette topped with a sweeping tulle-and-lace veil, reportedly taking more than 900 hours to create.
Lauren Sánchez from a post dated June 28, 2025. | Source: Instagram/cnn
Despite this, netizens wasted no time sharing their opinions about her dress. One comment read, “[…] The gown looked cheaply made,” while someone else shared, “Is the dress on backwards?”
A third person added, “Dress on backwards? Never seen these buttons on the front, otherwise I think it could have been beautiful,” while someone else also asked, “Why does that dress look like it’s on backwards? 😮”
Lauren Sánchez from a post dated June 28, 2025. | Source: Instagram/cnn
Other comments also suggested the dress looked like she bought it from Amazon. “All that money, and that’s what she chose to wear?” someone else typed.
One person, however, offered a compliment, saying, “She actually looks really pretty here. I’m glad she covered up a bit.” Others also thought Lauren looked beautiful and offered their congratulations.
