Lauren Sánchez and Jeff Bezos may not be everyone’s idea of an It Couple, but in their billionaire bubble, they’re basically king and queen. The journalist and the Amazon founder have been together since 2018, with rumors swirling that their romance started as an affair — one that helped fast-track Bezos’ divorce from Mackenzie Scott. These days, though, they’ve been public long enough for people to begrudgingly accept them, and they tied the knot in June 2025. But will their marriage actually last? According to one expert, it’s too soon to tell — and despite their best efforts, their relationship might not be as thrilling as they’d like the world to believe.

Not that they’d ever admit it, of course. In fact, Bezos insists Sánchez has transformed him into a more emotionally present person. “She has really helped me put more energy into my relationships. She’s always encouraging me: ‘Call your kids. Call your dad. Call your mom.’ And she’s also just a very good role model. She keeps in touch with people. I’ve never seen her put makeup on without calling somebody. Usually her sister,” he told Vogue. Sánchez, of course, gushes just as much, even if she admits that being involved with one of the world’s richest men comes with its pressures. “He’s the life of the party,” she said. “He’s just extremely enthusiastic, and extremely funny. He can be really goofy. I mean, you’ve heard him laugh, right?”

On paper, they seem rock solid. But if you look past the glossy PR, an expert suggests that might not be the case — especially given their recent behavior.

They’re no longer as showy on social media as they used to be

Social media isn’t exactly the most reliable barometer for a couple’s relationship, but sometimes, a post (or lack thereof) says a lot. Case in point: Lauren Sánchez and Jeff Bezos’ rather dry Valentine’s Day in 2025. You’d think Sánchez, of all people, would go all out with a gushing tribute, but instead, she went in the complete opposite direction. No loved-up selfie nor grand declaration of love — just a repost of an old Bezos pic with a simple “Happy Valentine’s Day, my love.” The next year, it was even simpler — a post that just read “Happy Valentine’s Day,” with an image of a heart and the words “more of you.”

According to Nicole Moore, celebrity love coach and body language expert, this kind of low-effort posting might be more than just a creative choice. “People should be concerned when a famous couple doesn’t gush about each other on social media or for special occasions if they typically do and they’ve stopped recently. Famous couples often make sure to post about each other for special occasions especially since keeping a favorable public perception of their relationship can impact their bottom line so if they don’t do so, it’s typically an indicator that the couple is struggling in some way,” she exclusively told Nicki Swift.

Of course, Moore clarified that if a couple never shares romantic posts, this wouldn’t be a big deal. But that’s not exactly the case here — Sánchez usually has no problem fawning over Bezos online. Moore added: “If a couple has gushed about each other on social media before and their posts have gone down in frequency, that could definitely be a red flag.”

Are Lauren and Jeff on the verge of a split?

Lauren Sánchez and Jeff Bezos didn’t exactly start their relationship on the most solid foundation, so it’s not a stretch to wonder if they’re built for the long haul. But according to Nicole Moore, a halfhearted social media post isn’t the only sign that a famous couple is headed for a breakup — there are bigger clues that can signal trouble in billionaire paradise.

“They [fans] should also look at ways the couple has spoken about each other recently in the media. Many celebrity couples who are going through relationship struggles won’t outright say so but they may use language such as ‘our relationship has had its ups and downs,'” she explained to Nicki Swift. Suspiciously, Sánchez kicked off 2025 with an Instagram post that read, “Some years start with turbulence, but that’s just the wind reminding you to spread your wings.” A vague life reflection — or a subtle dig at Bezos? 

Moore also noted that body language can speak volumes. “If a couple’s body language looks very tense recently or they’re standing with a lot of distance and stiffly embracing instead of genuinely wanting to be close, that could be a sign that their relationship is on the rocks,” she continued. “Another sign that a famous couple might be on the verge of a breakup is if they stop being seen photographed together or they stop showing up to support their partner at respective work events.” To be fair, Sánchez and Bezos looked pretty loved up at the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscars After-Party. And not long after, they finally got hitched at a ceremony Venice, Italy. But will they actually go the distance? Only time (and maybe more cryptic Instagram captions) will tell.

Jeff Bezos’ sour history with Lauren Sánchez’s brother hints at a longstanding family feud

The feud between Jeff Bezos and The National Enquirer began in January 2019 when the publication shared pictures of Bezos and Lauren Sánchez that were allegedly taken prior to the billionaire’s announcement of his divorce from MacKenzie Scott. The outlet also published private messages between the pair, forcing Bezos to respond in a lengthy blog post on Medium in which he accused them of threatening “to publish intimate photos.”

While the pictures never made it to the public, drama ensued within the Sánchez family when Lauren’s brother, Michael Sánchez, was accused of being in cahoots with The National Enquirer. “I had nothing to do with leak of the [private part] pics. That’s the important thing,” Michael insisted in a conversation with Vanity Fair. “I never had access. It’s clear they were sent to others. There are, like, 20 [private part] pics. Lauren likely shared them with multiple girlfriends, not in a malicious way, that’s not her style, but when she’s in love, she got a kick out of sharing them.” Following the incident, Lauren reportedly had to cut ties with Michael.

In February 2020, Michael took Bezos and his security consultant, Gavin de Becker, to court for defamation. Michael argued that de Becker’s claims that he was behind the leak had driven a wedge between him and his family and also severed his professional relationships. The case was eventually dismissed, and Michael was ordered to pay Bezos $218,000 to cover his legal fees. Given their spiteful history, Bezos and his brother-in-law probably aren’t on good terms.

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s alleged affair may have caused a strain in some of their close relationships

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s alleged affair was reportedly known to their spouses and families before the public was given a front-row seat to the drama. In fact, Lauren’s brother Michael Sánchez had initially declined to meet Bezos. Following the January 2019 reveal, an insider told People, “Their families dealt with this in the fall. The world is catching up to it.”

Just as the affair affected Bezos and Lauren’s loved ones, it may have also created tension between them and their associates. For instance, Bezos’ security lead, Gavin de Becker, was a trusted confidant during his scuffle with The National Enquirer. De Becker was tasked with finding out “who may have been complicit in the scheme, and why they did it,” per his op-ed on The Daily Beast. In his conclusion, he implicated Michael and also tied the hacking of Bezos’ phone to Saudi Arabia.

Despite de Becker’s solid investigative efforts, he was reportedly against Bezos and Lauren’s relationship. According to Michael, de Becker was more loyal to MacKenzie Scott, with whom Bezos was married for 25 years. In his conversation with Vanity Fair, Michael alleged that de Becker actively tried to end the affair and even advised the billionaire to restrict physical contact with the former television reporter. Since there’s no telling where de Becker and Lauren currently stand, it’s probable there is no love lost between them.

A flirty video of Lauren Sánchez and Leonardo DiCaprio set tongues wagging on social media

In November 2021, a video of Lauren Sánchez and actor Leonardo DiCaprio getting flirty at the LACMA Art+Film Gala caused a stir on social media. In the footage, Sánchez, who was in the company of Bezos, was seen gazing warmly at the “Titanic” actor during a short conversation. Sánchez faced criticism for coming on strong to an uninterested DiCaprio and was accused of uncomfortably leaning too close to him. One fan tweeted, “She [Sánchez] looked at him [DiCaprio] like a baby bird waitin’ for a worm to be dropped in her mouth.” 

The viral clip led to light-hearted speculation that DiCaprio could start a relationship with Sánchez if he wanted to. “Leo is Mr. Steal Yo Girl,” Barstool Sports wrote on X (formerly Twitter), to which Bezos replied with humorous signage labeled “Steep Cliff. Fatal Drop.” The billionaire jokingly tweeted a picture of himself leaning on the sign reading, “Leo, come over here, I want to show you something.” Some fans thought that Bezos had no reason to worry, since DiCaprio appears to have a shady dating history that includes much younger women. “She is double his age limit for girlfriends,” one tweet read.

The couple’s highly anticipated wedding was rumored to be delayed by prenup discussions

More often than not, prenuptial agreements can cause a rift between celebrity couples. Some prenups tend to contain a lot of shady clauses, and celebrities like Hilaria Baldwin have admitted to not knowing what a prenup was when they signed one. Celebrities who opt to get married without a prenup tend to suffer the consequences of forgoing one; Jeff Bezos reportedly didn’t have a prenup when he married MacKenzie Scott, and as such, he had to part with 4% of Amazon shares valued at $36 billion when their divorce was finalized.

The financial loss didn’t stop Bezos from wanting to get married again. Bezos and Lauren Sánchez got engaged in May 2023, and they didn’t get married until June 2025 at a wedding that featured high-profile guests such as Leonardo DiCaprio, the Kardashians, Tom Brady, Sydney Sweeney, Katy Perry, Oprah Winfrey, and Bill Gates, among others.

But according to an unnamed source, the couple took too long to settle on a wedding date because of prenup negotiations. “Jeff is so crazy about her that he would get married tomorrow if he could, but I hear that they are still sorting out a prenup,” the source told the Daily Mail. “His lawyers won’t let him move ahead without it.”

Lauren Sánchez’s outfit on Donald Trump’s inauguration day was called inappropriate

Lauren Sánchez is no stranger to donning racy outfits. In January 2024, Sánchez was spotted wearing a black lacy Dolce & Gabbana number while walking alongside Jeff Bezos in Milan, Italy. The see-through dress accentuated the aviation expert’s bust and left her black underwear exposed. A year later, Sánchez showed up to President Donald Trump’s inauguration in a white Alexander McQueen pantsuit, which she paired with a lacy bra that revealed her bosom. 

Sánchez’s choice of outfit for the highly publicized event became the talk of the town, especially when a photo of Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg staring at her chest went viral. Former Fox News anchor Megyn Kelly took to “The Megyn Kelly Show” to accuse Sánchez of staging an attention-seeking stunt. “I can see the middle of her boobs. I can see her underboob … This is absurd,” Kelly said. “I don’t blame him [Zuckerberg] at all. That’s exactly what she [Sánchez] wanted.”

Not everyone was heavily critical of Sánchez. In an Instagram post, comedian Whitney Cummings hailed Sánchez for her judgment, saying, “We are not going to hate on this woman, okay? She is a businesswoman, and her decisions have gotten her this far.” Cummings still found fault with Sánchez’s preference for white lace: “I blame white lace. White lace always looks cheap.”

Jeff Bezos’ body movements spell trouble, according to body language experts

Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez are not coy when it comes to sharing details about their relationship publicly. In their first joint interview as a couple, the duo raved about what makes them perfect matches for each other. “We’re really great teammates, and we also have a lot of fun together,” Sánchez told CNN. “And we love each other … We always look at each other and we’re the team.”

While the pair seems to be all loved up, body language experts have pointed out that Bezos could be the less involved partner. During Donald Trump’s inauguration, Sánchez showed signs of being left out as Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg struck up a conversation. Body language expert Judi James told the Daily Mail that Sánchez tried to get her then-fiancé’s attention mid-chat, and “he politely turned to look at her, but when he found out she just wanted to point out the ceiling, he smiled indulgently before sustaining his head rotation to turn straight back into his chat again.”

James observed that Sánchez was “clutching at his [Bezos] arm,” just as she was when the pair attended the March 2025 Vanity Fair Oscars party in Beverly Hills. At that event, Bezos also gave the impression of being less engaging. After watching a clip of the duo, body language expert Traci Brown, CSP, told The List that even though the pair looked untroubled, Bezos was more detached because “his feet are pointing to the crowd as well, so that’s where his energy is going, not towards her.”

Was there more to Lauren Sánchez’s space joke about her relationship with Jeff Bezos?

As a power couple, Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez are great workmates. Sánchez works as the vice chairperson of the Bezos Earth Fund, a philanthropic organization that addresses climate change. “We bring each other energy, we respect each other. So, it’s fun to work together,” Bezos said in their joint chat with CNN. It was therefore no surprise when the duo teamed up with the Bezos-founded company Blue Origin to send Sánchez and an all-women crew to space in April 2025.

As a matter of fact, Bezos was interested in going on board, as Sánchez told The Wall Street Journal in a January 2023 interview: “As much as he wants to go on this flight, I’m going to have to hold him back. He’ll be cheering us all on from the sidelines.” The couple eventually treated viewers to a warm show of PDA when Sánchez and the crew returned to Earth after the 11-minute flight; Bezos welcomed her with an affectionate hug and a little peck.

During Sánchez’s post-flight interview, she and her interviewer recalled a pre-flight joke that seemed light but could count as a sign of insecurity or a red flag overall. “Only you [Lauren] by the way would say this to me,” the reporter recounted (via CW39 Houston). “You said, ‘Jeff, if you don’t want to marry me, you don’t have to send me to space.'” Nevertheless, Sánchez maintained that she was looking forward to getting hitched, telling the cameras, “I had to come back. I mean, we’re getting married. If I didn’t come back … that would be a bummer for me.”

The couple is allegedly ‘vicious’ when it comes to fighting negative publicity

While most billionaire couples often pay no mind to negative press, the same cannot be said about Lauren Sánchez and Jeff Bezos. Former Fox News television host Megyn Kelly once revealed that she was confronted by the couple’s associate for criticizing Lauren’s dressing on her show. “They’re vicious because Jeff Bezos runs The Washington Post,” Kelly remarked. “We had a call doing some Hollywood PR firm — I can’t remember who we were trying to get, but we try to avoid those people, but sometimes you can’t — and this PR agent went off on our booker. [They were] so angry because they represent her [Lauren] or they do some business with her … Those two don’t like to be made fun of.”

Likewise, when rumors that the couple would tie the knot in a lavish $600 million wedding in Aspen, Colorado, surfaced in December 2024, Bezos took to X to dismiss those claims while agreeing with a quoted tweet by fellow billionaire Bill Ackman. “This whole thing is completely false — none of this is happening,” he wrote in part, adding, “The old adage ‘don’t believe everything you read’ is even more true today than it ever has been. Now lies can get all the way around the world before the truth can get its pants on.” 

Bezos can reportedly go to great lengths to prove a point. Lauren’s brother Michael Sánchez claimed that when the couple found out that news of their affair was made public by The National Enquirer in 2019, the billionaire had considered purchasing the outlet’s parent company, America Media Inc. (AMI), in order to catch the culprit who had outed them.

NICKI SWIFT