Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez set sail on their love story with a lavish engagement party aboard a luxurious mega-yacht, as revealed exclusively by Page Six. The couple, joined by a select group of close friends, celebrated their impending union in the picturesque setting of Positano, Italy. Described as an “intimate” gathering with only a small guest list, the nautical fête played host to VIPs including the cheerful Bill Gates and his girlfriend, Paula Hurd.

The event saw the likes of American entrepreneur Wendi Murdoch, the ex-wife of Rupert Murdoch, as well as film and television producer Fabiola Beracasa Beckman, all joining in the festivities to toast the couple’s happiness. A minor fashion mishap caused a stir when an unidentified guest chose to wear white, a color often reserved for brides.

The engagement soiree showcased the couple’s penchant for privacy, with Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez managing to elude the paparazzi’s attention, leaving their chosen outfits for the occasion a mystery. However, recent public displays of affection have been hard to miss, with the couple exuding joy ever since the business magnate popped the question.

Earlier reports from Page Six had disclosed that Bezos had proposed to Sánchez with a stunning 20-carat ring, solidifying their bond after five years of courtship. The private proposal, which took place in Spain, set the stage for their journey to the South of France, where they graced the Cannes Film Festival. Sánchez was later spotted proudly displaying her exquisite ring, valued at an estimated $2.5 billion, during a romantic dinner date with Bezos in Cannes, France.

The engagement marks a second trip down the aisle for Sánchez, who was previously married to Hollywood talent mogul Patrick Whitesell, with whom she has a son and daughter. She also has another son from her relationship with NFL player Tony Gonzalez. Bezos, on the other hand, was formerly married to MacKenzie Scott for 26 years, and the former couple has four children together.

As the couple sails toward their future together, the engagement party aboard the $500 million yacht “Koru” remains a cherished memory of their amorous journey.

Source: Page Six