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Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s extravagant Venice wedding has come under fire, not just for its lavish scale, but for a controversial gift policy that’s ignited backlash among guests and critics alike. The billionaire couple’s invitation notably requested guests skip traditional presents in favour of donations to preserve Venice, which many saw as a thoughtful gesture. However, the event’s gender-specific gift themes and blatant brand promotions left some attendees feeling blindsided and frustrated. WATCH