As the highly anticipated wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez dominated headlines and drew a constellation of stars to Milan, a seemingly offhand remark from Hollywood A-lister Charlize Theron has inadvertently stolen some of the spotlight, sparking a flurry of online reactions that were largely critical.
During her remarks at the fifth annual Block Party for her Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project (CTAOP) on Saturday, June 28, the “Atomic Blonde” star appeared to playfully mock the exclusive guest list of the high-profile nuptials. She quipped to the audience, “I think we might be the only people who did not get an invite to the Bezos wedding. But that’s OK because they suck and we’re cool.”
While the live audience chuckled, the comment quickly circulated online, drawing swift and predominantly negative feedback. Many users directly questioned Theron’s motives, with comments like “Jealous much?” “Is she jealous or what?” and “Someone is jealous” frequently appearing. Other reactions included “Ah she’s salty she didn’t get an invite” and sarcastic jabs such as “Awww, is she angry she wasn’t invited?” One commenter bluntly called it “Sour grapes. Like a teenager not invited to a party,” summarizing the prevailing sentiment that Theron was simply bitter about not receiving an invitation.
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez officially tied the knot on June 27 on the picturesque island of San Giorgio, near Venice’s Saint Mark’s Square. The lavish ceremony attracted a star-studded guest list, with several celebrities spotted making their way to the event. Among those seen were Leonardo DiCaprio and Orlando Bloom, both opting for classic black tuxedos and attempting to maintain a low profile as they arrived by water taxi.
Oprah Winfrey was a vision of elegance in a fitted pink gown featuring structural draping, frothy chiffon sleeves, and a flowing skirt, complemented by a chic half-ponytail and sparkling diamond earrings. Sydney Sweeney was also seen arriving by water taxi, in a V-neck dress with a delicate necklace and her signature blonde waves.
Jessica Alba attended with her daughter Honor Marie Warren, both looking stunning. Warren, in particular, captured attention in a nude-toned beaded gown with a tiered skirt, featuring glowy makeup, a bold lip, and long, dark waves. Alba chose an emerald green strapless gown with a matching scarf, her honey-toned hair styled in voluminous waves.
Ivanka Trump also made an appearance, sharing sun-kissed snapshots from Venice on social media that generated considerable discussion about her outfit choices. In one photo, she posed in a sleeveless pink-and-white tweed mini-dress adorned with 3D floral appliqués, with her hair in soft waves. Her husband, Jared Kushner, looked dapper in a dark suit, joining her for a photo on a sunlit balcony overlooking Venice. Comments on Ivanka’s post ranged from playful warnings like “Looks like you might outshine the bride!” and “Be careful… you are going to outshine the bride,” to more humorous remarks like “I feel sorry for the bride. I know where all the eyes will be!” However, not all feedback was positive, with some criticizing the dress length (“way too short”) or comparing it to a “wedding cake” or “frosting.” Despite polarizing opinions, most agreed the outfit was certainly eye-catching.
Ultimately, while the Bezos-Sánchez wedding was a grand affair attracting many celebrities, Charlize Theron’s uninvited comment managed to create its own internet buzz, drawing more attention to her apparent “sour grapes” than to the glamorous details of the wedding itself.