Ivanka Trump’s son Theodore steals spotlight with Prince Louis-style wave at Bezos-Sanchez wedding

Ivanka Trump's youngest son, Theodore Kushner, waved enthusiastically from the boat, drawing comparisons to Prince Louis
Ivanka Trump's son, Theodore Kushner, delighted photographers with a cheerful wave, earning comparisons to Prince Louis (Getty Images)
Ivanka Trump's son, Theodore Kushner, delighted photographers with a cheerful wave, earning comparisons to Prince Louis (Getty Images)

VENICE, ITALY: As the three-day wedding celebration of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez came to a close in Venice, a young scene-stealer emerged from the star-studded festivities, Ivanka Trump’s nine-year-old son, Theodore Kushner.

The Kushner family arrived in true Venetian style via water taxi, but it was Theodore’s playful wave to the cameras that drew comparisons to none other than Prince Louis of Wales.

The youngest son of Ivanka and Jared Kushner was all smiles as he waved enthusiastically to onlookers, seemingly relishing his moment in the spotlight, the Irish Star reported.

Jared Kushner and wife Ivanka Trump sit in a water taxi after arriving at Marco Polo airport at ahead of the wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez on June 24, 2025 in Venice, Italy. (Luigi Iorio/GC Images)
Jared Kushner and wife Ivanka Trump sit in a water taxi after arriving at Marco Polo airport ahead of the wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez on June 24, 2025, in Venice, Italy (Luigi Iorio/GC Images)

Theodore Kushner channels Prince Louis' charm during Jeff Bezos' wedding weekend

The young Kushner’s spontaneous gesture quickly went viral, reminding many royal watchers of Prince Louis’s memorable antics, including the moment that prompted his mother, Kate Middleton, to issue a sharp two-word warning on the Buckingham Palace balcony.


LONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 17: Prince Louis of Cambridge and Catherine, Princess of Wales watch the fly-past on the Buckingham Palace balcony during Trooping the Colour on June 17, 2023 in London, England. Trooping the Colour is a traditional parade held to mark the British Sovereign's official birthday. It will be the first Trooping the Colour held for King Charles III since he ascended to the throne. (Photo by Chris Jackson/Getty Images)
Prince Louis and Kate Middleton watch the fly-past on the Buckingham Palace balcony during Trooping the Colour on June 17, 2023, in London, England (Chris Jackson/Getty Images)                     

While Ivanka dazzled in striking outfits and Jared remained characteristically understated, it was Theodore’s lively spirit that captivated fans and photographers alike.

Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump arrive at Marco Polo airport in Venice ahead of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's wedding on June 24, 2025 in Venice, Italy. (Photo by Stefano Mazzola/GC Images)
Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump arrive at Marco Polo airport in Venice ahead of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's wedding on June 24, 2025 in Venice, Italy (Stefano Mazzola/GC Images)

Ivanka Trump turns heads in glamorous gown at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's wedding

Despite her son’s spotlight-stealing moment, Ivanka Trump still made her presence known among the glittering guest list, which included Oprah Winfrey, Tom Brady, and Kim Kardashian.

Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump leave the St. Regis Hotel to go to the island of San Giorgio Maggiore to attend the wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez on June 27, 2025 in Venice, Italy. (Stefano Mazzola/GC Images)
Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump leave the St Regis Hotel to go to the island of San Giorgio Maggiore to attend the wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez on June 27, 2025, in Venice, Italy (Stefano Mazzola/GC Images)

Social media buzzed with comparisons, with some calling her a “movie star” thanks to her elegant pink gown. Her fashion choices and poised arrival cemented her status as one of the most talked-about attendees at the Bezos-Sanchez wedding extravaganza.

Venice hosts Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's wedding amid high-profile protests

While celebrities and billionaires descended on the historic Italian city for the ultra-exclusive celebration, not everyone was thrilled. Local activists protested the $20 million affair, with groups like Extinction Rebellion staging symbolic demonstrations against overtourism and income inequality.

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A No Space for Bezos mural in Venice streets on the Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez Wedding day on June 27, 2025 in Venice, Italy. The No Space for Bezos committee opposes the rental of some part of the city of Venice for the wedding of Amazon Group founder, owner and chairman Jeff Bezos to Lauren Sanchez (Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images)

Despite the backlash, the festivities continued under tight security, with guests ferried by private boats to the exclusive San Giorgio Maggiore island.

The wedding itself remained under wraps until Sanchez shared a photo on Instagram, showcasing her couture white gown beside a tuxedo-clad Bezos. From her pink Versace afterparty gown to the rumored 30-carat ring, every detail of the weekend underscored the couple’s extravagant taste.


 
 
 
 
 
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As the final night concluded in a former medieval shipyard turned glamorous venue, Venice’s canals bore witness to a spectacle of love, luxury, and carefully curated celebrity moments — though young Kushner managed to steal a bit of the spotlight for himself.

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