Summary
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and TV presenter Lauren Sanchez held a grand wedding in Venice, which ended with a big party. While the event attracted many celebrities, some local Venetians held protests against over-tourism and environmental concerns. The protests led to a change in venue for the party to a more secure location.
Key Facts
- Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez celebrated their wedding in Venice.
- The event attracted many celebrities like Leonardo DiCaprio and Kim Kardashian.
- Some Venetians protested against over-tourism and climate change concerns linked to the event.
- Protesters planned to disrupt the wedding but decided against more extreme actions.
- City officials see the wedding as a chance to boost Venice's wedding tourism.
- The protest led to moving the party to a more secure location called Arsenale.
- Security measures, such as preventing graffiti and protest slogans, were in place.
- Minimal disruption was reported in Venice despite the grand event.
