Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s Venice Wedding: Prenup Talks Amid Billionaire’s Past Divorce

Love and money are tying the knot in Venice, Italy, as Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez prepare for their much-anticipated wedding. But behind the fairytale romance, there’s a financial fortress being built. With Bezos’ staggering net worth of $223.7 billion, experts suggest a prenuptial agreement is almost a given—especially after his costly divorce from MacKenzie Scott in 2019, which saw her walk away with a 4% stake in Amazon, valued at around $36 billion at the time.

Legal minds point out that Bezos’ first split was as swift as a Prime delivery, but the absence of a prenup made it a painful hit to his fortune. This time around, there’s likely a carefully crafted agreement in play. Attorney Christopher Melcher notes that while prenups can feel like romance-killers, they’re a necessity for someone of Bezos’ stature. We’re talking potential ‘signing bonuses’ or hefty separation payouts to balance protection with partnership for Sánchez.

Both Bezos and Sánchez bring past marriages—and lessons—to the table. Bezos has four children with Scott, and Sánchez has three from prior relationships, adding layers of complexity to asset division. Yet, with wealth this vast, there’s room for generosity without losing sleep over the bank balance.

Meanwhile, the Venice wedding itself is stirring waves. A star-studded guest list, reportedly including names like Leonardo DiCaprio and Oprah Winfrey, is descending on the historic city, much to the chagrin of locals already weary of mass tourism. Protests have emerged over potential disruptions, but the couple’s planners insist they’re minimizing impact, prioritizing respect for Venetian residents with limited water taxis and local hires.

Venice’s Mayor Luigi Brugnaro sees it as an honor, calling the city a ‘global stage’ for such an event. Whether it’s a celebration of love or a logistical headache, Bezos and Sánchez are set to make headlines—both for their vows and the financial fine print behind them.