Lauren Sánchez's day on Jeff Bezos' yacht disrupted by customs officers raid

Lauren S?nchez's idyllic New Year's Eve aboard Jeff Bezos' $500 million superyacht, Koru, took an unexpected turn when customs officers conducted a surprise raid while the ship sailed near St. Barts. The former TV reporter, 55, had been enjoying the sunny Caribbean day in a Versace bikini when the routine inspection abruptly interrupted her plans.

Photos showed S?nchez on the top deck, smiling in a black sarong and wide-brimmed hat, as officers clad in black life jackets combed through the yacht. Witnesses said the officers were directed by a stewardess, who appeared to guide them to specific areas of the massive vessel.

The inspection, lasting three hours, was described by sources as routine and standard for vessels in the region. While such searches are common in luxury hotspots like St. Barts during the holiday season, the presence of high-profile figures aboard Koru drew added attention.

Interestingly, Jeff Bezos was not on board during the incident, leaving S?nchez to manage the unexpected disruption alongside her guests. Among those present was her ex-boyfriend, former NFL player Tony Gonzalez, who shares a 23-year-old son, Nikko, with S?nchez. Gonzalez, 48, was seen making the most of the moment, taking a dip in the ocean and showing off his athletic build.

Lauren S?nchez stays chill during yacht raid: Just another day on Koru

Despite the interruption, the mood appeared lighthearted. S?nchez was seen speaking with a stewardess who may have been relaying updates about the inspection. Her relaxed demeanor suggests the search caused minimal disruption to the festivities, which reportedly included a close group of friends.

The yacht outing followed a snowy Aspen getaway for S?nchez and Bezos, who recently squashed rumors of an imminent $600 million wedding. Bezos took to X to label the reports as "completely false." However, the couple has continued to enjoy lavish celebrations since their May 2023 engagement, including a star-studded yacht party last August.

While the customs raid added a touch of drama to S?nchez's day in the sun, it serves as a reminder of the scrutiny that comes with life aboard one of the world's most luxurious yachts.