Venice is no stranger to glamour, but this past weekend, the floating city was buzzing with an entirely different level of star power.
Following the lavish, three-day wedding celebration of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez, the who’s who of Hollywood, tech, and high society were spotted making their exits in true A-list fashion.
A Star-Studded Goodbye on the Grand Canal
After partying late into Saturday night, Sunday morning saw celebrities filing out of Venice with style.
Kylie Jenner, dressed in a fierce leopard-print outfit, held hands with her daughter Stormi as they boarded a water taxi, making their way home after the whirlwind event.
Sister Kendall kept things breezy and stylish in a tank top, capri pants, and jelly sandals — nailing effortless European summer chic.
Following closely behind were Hollywood heavyweights Orlando Bloom and Leonardo DiCaprio.
Leo’s girlfriend, model Vittoria Ceretti, joined the pair, catching the eye in a trendy mini dress and sunglasses while chatting with Orlando as the boat sped off.
Newly Single Orlando Enjoys His Italian Break
Orlando, recently back on the market after calling off his engagement with Katy Perry, appeared in high spirits throughout the weekend.
Earlier in the festivities, he was seen with Jamie Mizrahi — a stylist once linked to both Katy Perry and Meghan Markle — and was later spotted enjoying cocktails and brunch with Leo and Tom Brady.
The boys made the most of their Venice getaway before heading home.
Keeping It Low-Key, Leo Tries to Stay Undercover
Leonardo DiCaprio did his usual best to stay incognito, pulling his cap low and layering a hoodie over it.
Meanwhile, Vittoria basked in the spotlight, standing at the back of the boat and soaking in the sunshine.
NFL icon Tom Brady also made a low-key exit in relaxed cargo pants and a green T-shirt.
Oprah, Kris Jenner, and Gayle Make Their Exit Together
The Kardashian-Jenner clan made several appearances throughout the weekend.
Matriarch Kris Jenner left arm-in-arm with none other than Oprah Winfrey, while Gayle King and Corey Gamble walked closely behind.
Kris wore a bold jungle-print co-ord, while Oprah went for classic elegance in an all-white ensemble.
Gayle, who once flew to space aboard Bezos’ Blue Origin rocket, turned heads in a multi-colored striped dress, embodying summer chic.
Kim and Khloe Kardashian, however, departed earlier on Saturday, opting for casual looks as they quietly slipped away from the ongoing celebrations.
Billionaires Head Back Home
The guest list wasn’t just A-listers — it was packed with the world’s richest.
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates and his partner Paula Hurd were spotted leaving Venice in matching black outfits, looking relaxed after the posh festivities.
Kering CEO François-Henri Pinault and media mogul Barry Diller were also seen at the airport.
Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner made their exit with their three children, wrapping up what must have been a memorable family trip.
Jared’s sister-in-law, model Karlie Kloss, also attended with her husband Joshua Kushner.
Protests Can’t Dim the Sparkle
Even with all the glamour, not everyone in Venice was celebrating.
Around 700 protestors gathered at Santa Lucia railway station to voice opposition against Bezos and Amazon, carrying banners and waving inflatable crocodiles.
The group, called “No Space For Bezos,” made their presence known — but inside the exclusive parties, it was business as usual.
Secret Marriage and a Dazzling New Ring
Although the ceremony on Friday was described as “intimate” and “understated,” sources confirmed that Bezos and Sánchez had legally tied the knot more than a month earlier in the U.S.
They reportedly signed a prenup to protect Bezos’ enormous $244 billion fortune.
The bride wore a custom gown inspired by Sophia Loren’s wedding dress in Houseboat, and complemented it with a fresh diamond ring — even larger than her original 30-carat pink sparkler, now reportedly upgraded to a 35-carat stone worth $10 million.
A Grand Finale to a Grand Affair
The reception wasn’t short on show-stopping moments.
Guests were welcomed with gospel choirs and violins.
The choir returned for a soulful rendition of Whitney Houston’s Higher Love as the newlyweds celebrated with friends and family.
Opera singer Matteo Bocelli (filling in for his father Andrea) serenaded the crowd with Can’t Help Falling in Love With You, capping off what many are calling the most extravagant wedding celebration of the decade.
Lauren Sánchez Reveals Sentimental Wedding Details
Speaking to Vogue, Sánchez shared intimate details about her outfit and emotional surprises for Bezos.
Her “something borrowed” was a pair of Dolce earrings, while her “something blue” was a symbolic keepsake from her Blue Origin spaceflight — one of the most profound experiences of her life, she said.
As the guests sailed away from Venice, the echoes of laughter, music, and love lingered in the air.
It was a celebration that blended old-school Hollywood glamour with billionaire opulence — a send-off as unforgettable as the wedding itself.