(CNN) — A large sum of riches descended upon Venice, Italy, over the last few days for the lavish wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez.

Life & Culture Asking Eric: It felt really cheap when close friends didn’t send our daughter a wedding gift Published: Jun. 28, 2025, 11:00 a.m.

Asking Eric tackles wedding gift expectations among friends and the tradition of using middle names for children in this insightful advice column.

Dear Eric: Some of my friends sent them a gift, knowing why they were not invited but three of my close friends didn’t send anything (even a card would have been thoughtful). I’ve sent … ...

"Some of my friends sent them a gift, knowing why they were not invited but three of my close friends didn’t send anything (even a card would have been thoughtful)." ...

Bezos’ mannequin covered in fake dollar bills goes viral A larger-than-life statue of Bezos has drawn both fascination and amusement in Venice ahead of his wedding to Sanchez.

The sky itself is no limit for billionaire Jeff Bezos and fiancée Lauren Sánchez, who have traveled into space — and expectations were about as high ahead of their wedding ...

Bespoke bash for a billionaire: Jeff Bezos weds Lauren Sánchez in lavish Venice ceremony The sky itself is no limit for billionaire Jeff Bezos and fiancée Lauren Sánchez, who have traveled into space ...

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez will tie the knot in a star-studded ceremony in Venice, Italy, on Friday, and celebrity guests are expected to follow one important rule ...

Dozens of private jets touched down at Venice’s airport, and yachts pulled into the city’s famed waterways, carrying athletes, celebrities, influencers and business leaders.