Jeff Bezos has publicly refuted claims that his upcoming wedding to fiancée Lauren Sánchez will cost a staggering $600 million. The rumors, which surfaced over the weekend, suggested that the couple’s December 28 nuptials would include a lavish ceremony at the Dunbar Ranch in Aspen, Colorado, along with exclusive reservations at a high-end sushi restaurant. While the Amazon founder’s wealth, estimated at $244 billion, made the figure seem plausible to some, Bezos has dismissed the reports as entirely false.

Responding to a tweet from billionaire Bill Ackman, who questioned the credibility of the claim, Bezos called the story “completely false.” He emphasized the need for skepticism, stating, “Don’t believe everything you read… lies can get all the way around the world before the truth can get its pants on.” The entrepreneur also challenged media outlets to issue corrections after the wedding date passes without the reported extravagances.

Bezos and Sánchez, a journalist and author, began their relationship publicly in 2019 and got engaged in May 2023. The couple has faced considerable media attention, with speculation often centered on their high-profile lifestyle and relationship milestones.

While the story of the $600 million wedding has been debunked, it has reignited discussions about the public’s fascination with Bezos’ wealth and personal life. The billionaire’s sharp response serves as a reminder of the challenges celebrities face in countering misinformation in the digital age.