The Secrets Behind Love Story of Lauren Sánchez and Jeff Bezos

Jeff Bezos and news anchor Lauren Sánchez got engaged in May 2023 after Bezos announced his divorce from his wife, MacKenzie.

They share a passion for climate change and pledged $100 million to help Maui recover from devastating wildfires after visiting the island. Sánchez is also divorcing her husband, Patrick Whitesell.

She was friendly with Bezos in the past

In 2016, Sánchez and her ex-husband Whitesell were photographed together at a Manchester by the Sea holiday party, with Whitesell aware of their romantic relationship, as per an insider.

She's used to mingling with the stars

Sánchez and Bezos frequently dine with Hollywood's elite, including Tom Cruise at The Twenty Two in London, Nobu in Malibu, and Wimbledon's men's final. Sánchez planned a massive party for Bezos' return in 2021.

Sánchez had a long career in television

Sánchez, a former co-host on Fox's Good Day LA, has appeared on Extra and Extra as an entertainment reporter. She co-hosted So You Think You Can Dance in 2005 and guest co-hosted The View. Sánchez has also appeared in films.

She's a pilot who now flies helicopters for movies

Sánchez, a news anchor and mother, combines her passion for entertainment and filming to create Black Ops Aviation, an aerial film and production company, after earning her helicopter pilot's license in 2016.

Sánchez, a helicopter pilot, enjoys flying with her children and finds it calming. She was hired to film aerial shots for Blue Origin and recently worked as an aerial producer in Catherine Hardwicke's upcoming Miss Bala.

She wants the world to see Bezos the way she does

Sánchez, a former CEO of Amazon, expressed her admiration for Bezos on her social media, wishing the world would see him through her eyes.

She highlighted his unwavering dedication to helping others, his unwavering love, and his unwavering love for the world. In an interview with WSJ. Magazine, Sánchez revealed that Bezos is funny, goofy, and has a distinct laugh that makes her laugh even when she's separated from him.

She's passionate about climate change

In 2021, Sánchez and Bezos met with Prince Charles to discuss climate change. They shared photos, including one of Bezos alone, highlighting the natural world's beauty. In 2022, they visited Colombia's Chiribiquete National Park to learn about local deforestation.

She had a different name in college

Sánchez attended El Camino College in Torrance, California in the early 1990s where she wrote for the school newspaper. According to her alma mater's website, at the time she was known as Wendy Sánchez.

Her brother sued Bezos

In 2021, Sánchez and Bezos met with Prince Charles to discuss climate change. They shared photos, including one of Bezos alone, highlighting the natural world's beauty. In 2022, they visited Colombia's Chiribiquete National Park to learn about local deforestation.

She travels with Bezos

While Bezos is well known for going to space, he and Sánchez have enjoyed plenty of less galactic trips together, including a December 2021 trip to St. Barts and a May 2023 yachting vacation in Mallorca.

She got engaged to Bezos in May 2023

Jeff Bezos proposed to Sánchez four years after publicly dating her, and they were spotted together on Bezos' $500 million yacht in France.

Sánchez was spotted with a ring on her finger and a sculpture of Koru on the prow. Bezos's wealth and the desire to share it with Sánchez's friends have made everyone happy, making their relationship a dream come true.

She is looking forward to being Mrs. Bezos

During an interview with Vogue in November 2023, Sánchez revealed that she has every intention of taking Bezos' name once they're married.

"Uh, yes, 100 percent. I am looking forward to being Mrs. Bezos," she told the outlet.