Charlize Theron Trolls Jeff Bezos: Not everyone was impressed by Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s big, fancy wedding in Venice, Italy. While some people admired the beautiful location, expensive clothes, and long guest list full of celebrities, others didn’t hold back their opinions—and that includes big names like Charlize Theron and Katie Couric.
Charlize Jokes About Not Being Invited
Charlize Theron, the famous actress and Oscar winner, was recently hosting a charity event in Los Angeles on June 28. The event was for her own organization, The Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project, which helps support young people in Africa.
While giving a speech during the event, Charlize made a joke about not being invited to Jeff Bezos’ wedding. According to The Hollywood Reporter, she said:
“I think we might be the only people who did not get an invite to the Bezos wedding, but that’s okay because they suck and we’re cool.”
The crowd laughed, and it was clear she meant it in a playful way. But even though it was a joke, the comment quickly caught people’s attention. Charlize seemed to be hinting at the over-the-top nature of the wedding—and she’s not the only one who felt that way.
Katie Couric Also Speaks Up
Katie Couric, the former Today Show host and long-time journalist, also shared her thoughts but hers were a little more direct. On Instagram, a photo of Lauren Sánchez in her wedding dress (from a Vogue photo shoot) was posted. In the comments, Katie didn’t hold back. She wrote:
“Welcome to the 80s, when big hair and conspicuous consumption ruled. Apparently, tacky is back.”
That’s a pretty strong opinion—and it didn’t go unnoticed. The post that featured the Vogue image was later deleted, but not before Katie’s comment had already been seen and talked about online.
In her comment, Katie was clearly calling out the flashy style and the overall vibe of the wedding. The phrase “conspicuous consumption” basically means spending money in a very obvious way, just to show off wealth. According to Katie, the whole thing felt a little too much, like it came straight out of the 1980s.
What Happened at the Wedding?
So why are people talking so much about this wedding in the first place? Jeff Bezos, the billionaire founder of Amazon, and Lauren Sánchez, a former TV reporter, got married in Venice, Italy—one of the most romantic and expensive cities in the world.
The wedding wasn’t just big; it was massive. There were tons of celebrities, designers, models, and businesspeople. It had all the signs of a luxury event—huge gowns, private boats, fancy dinners, and photographers from Vogue.
Lauren wore a custom-made wedding dress and did a full fashion photo shoot with Vogue Magazine, which came out just before the wedding. The photos showed her in dramatic poses, long veils, and sparkling jewelry. For some, it looked like a fairy tale. For others, it looked more like a movie set—or a fashion ad.
Many people online said the whole thing felt over the top, like it was more about showing off than celebrating love.
Lauren Responds to the Attention
Despite the criticism, Lauren Sánchez doesn’t seem bothered. In an interview with Vogue, published on June 27 (just before the wedding), she shared how she felt about this new stage in her life.
She said:
“I’m grateful to be stepping into a different role, and I don’t take it lightly. I’m happy that I’m getting married and I get to spend my life with my best friend, someone who sees me, someone who adores me, someone who I adore. I am the luckiest woman on the planet.”
It’s clear from her words that she’s focused on her relationship and future, not what people are saying online or in the media.
The Bigger Picture: Why People Are Talking
The wedding of a billionaire is always going to get attention. But this time, it’s more than just gossip. Some people are raising questions about how much money was spent on the wedding, especially during a time when many people are struggling to afford rent, groceries, or health care.
Charlize’s joke and Katie’s comment tap into a feeling that’s been growing for a while. While some people see billionaires like Bezos as successful and inspiring, others feel like they’re out of touch with real life.
A wedding this expensive especially when it’s shared in high-fashion magazines can feel like a slap in the face to people who are just trying to get by.
And let’s not forget, Jeff Bezos is one of the richest people in the world. Amazon, the company he founded, has also been criticized for not paying warehouse workers enough and for other working conditions. That makes a fancy wedding with no expense spared look even worse to some.
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A Celebrity Divide
It’s interesting to see how other celebrities react. While some might attend these types of events and celebrate with the ultra-rich, others like Charlize Theron use humor to take a stand. Even though she was clearly joking, her words show she’s not afraid to speak her mind.
Katie Couric, known for her sharp takes and journalism background, took a more serious tone. Her comment wasn’t funny it was a clear statement that she found the wedding style outdated and overdone.
In a time when people are becoming more aware of income inequality, climate issues, and fairness, this kind of celebrity wedding creates a lot of mixed feelings.
Conclusion
In the end, Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s wedding was exactly what you’d expect from two people who live in a world of wealth and fame beautiful, luxurious, and full of famous guests. But not everyone was clapping.
With public comments from stars like Charlize Theron and Katie Couric, the wedding has become more than just a private event. It’s a topic of public conversation about money, taste, and how the super-rich choose to live and celebrate.
Whether you see it as glamorous or out-of-touch, one thing’s for sure: people are talking, and the story isn’t fading anytime soon.