• Katy Perry missed the Venice wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez due to prior tour commitments in Australia.
• Her ex-fiancé Orlando Bloom attended the event alone, fueling breakup speculation.
• Despite rumors, Perry and Sánchez remain friendly, and public reaction supported Katy’s choice to prioritize her fans.
  
  It was supposed to be one of the most glamorous celebrity weddings of the year. Billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and former news anchor Lauren Sánchez chose the romantic canals of Venice, Italy, for their big day. With a guest list filled with Hollywood heavyweights, royalty, and political elite, it seemed no one would dare miss it. But fans were quick to notice one major star was nowhere to be seen: Katy Perry.

So, why wasn’t she there? The truth isn’t as dramatic as some headlines suggest—but that doesn’t mean it didn’t stir up some buzz.

A Wedding Fit for Royalty

Jeff and Lauren’s wedding wasn’t just a ceremony. It was an event. The couple pulled out all the stops in Venice, hosting celebrations in the historic Arsenale and the beautiful cloister of Madonna dell’Orto. It was a three-day affair, and reports say the costs ran into the tens of millions.

Stars like Kim Kardashian, Oprah Winfrey, and Leonardo DiCaprio turned up, dressed in their finest, smiling for cameras and sipping champagne on gondolas. Security was tight, fashion was over the top, and locals couldn’t look away.

But amid the glitz, one high-profile absence raised eyebrows—Katy Perry. Especially since she’s been seen as friendly with Sánchez, even traveling to space with her on Blue Origin earlier this year.

Where Was Katy?

While some speculated there might have been drama—especially given her recent breakup with actor Orlando Bloom, who did attend the wedding—sources close to Perry were quick to shut down those rumors.

Katy wasn’t skipping the wedding out of spite. She was on tour. The pop star had concert dates booked in Adelaide, Australia, which overlapped directly with the wedding weekend. There simply wasn’t time for her to jet from Australia to Italy, party with the elite, and then return for her next performance.

Perry even shared lighthearted photos from her tour stop—posing with cute animals and enjoying Australia’s laid-back vibe. She seemed in good spirits, smiling for fans and staying focused on her music.

Lauren Sánchez even commented on one of Katy’s Instagram posts, writing, “We miss you Katy ??.” That single comment cleared the air for most fans who thought there might be trouble between the two women. It was clear: Katy was invited, but couldn’t make it.

Orlando Bloom Shows Up Solo

The story didn’t end with Katy’s absence. Her ex-fiancé, Orlando Bloom, was very much present at the wedding. That alone raised plenty of questions.

The couple, who share a daughter named Daisy Dove, had recently been making headlines for quietly going their separate ways after nearly ten years together. They had tried to keep things under wraps, reportedly wanting to protect their daughter’s privacy. But the stress of long-distance parenting, busy careers, and rumors of disagreements had started to take a toll.

Some insiders said Orlando was frustrated with Katy’s space flight, calling it “reckless” and “unnecessary,” while she remained committed to her music and brand. Tensions reportedly came to a head shortly after their Blue Origin trip in April.

Despite the split, both stars have been seen making efforts to co-parent peacefully. Orlando took Daisy with him to Australia to spend time with her before flying off to Venice on his own. It was a clear sign that while they’re no longer a couple, their daughter remains their top priority.

Online Buzz and Local Protests

As news of the wedding spread, fans took to social media to voice their reactions to Katy’s absence. Most supported her decision to stick with her tour and praised her dedication to her fans.

“Katy skipping a billionaire wedding to play a show for Aussies is queen behavior,” one fan posted on X (formerly Twitter).

But not everyone in Venice was thrilled about the celebrity-packed event. Locals staged protests during the weekend, complaining about the disruption to their daily lives. Protesters floated inflatable crocodiles in the canals and held signs demanding the city stop turning itself into a playground for the super-rich.

Bezos tried to ease tensions by donating to local charities and hiring local vendors for the event, but not everyone was impressed. “Venice isn’t a theme park,” one protester told the media. “This wedding is just another example of wealth taking over our city.”

So, What’s Next?

Katy Perry continues her tour in Australia and is expected to return to the U.S. in July for more shows. She hasn’t spoken publicly about the breakup, but her energy onstage and connection with fans suggest she’s choosing to focus on work and healing.

Orlando Bloom, meanwhile, seems to be keeping a low profile. He’s been seen spending time with Daisy and hasn’t commented on the split either.

As for Jeff and Lauren, their wedding weekend may be over, but the headlines are far from fading. Their love story continues to fascinate the public—especially now that it’s officially sealed with a kiss on Venetian soil.

Final Thoughts

Katy Perry missing the biggest wedding of the year might have seemed like a snub to some, but in truth, it was just a case of being in two places at once. She chose her career—and her fans—over a luxury getaway, and that says a lot about her priorities.

Orlando’s solo appearance only added fuel to the fire of speculation, but for now, both stars seem focused on their daughter and on moving forward separately.

Even amid billionaire weddings and red-carpet gossip, sometimes the real drama is quietly playing out offstage.