Lauren Sanchez was the 'most ignored person' among the 'techie' tycoon group at Trump's inauguration yesterday – as she 'pouted' and 'interrupted' her fiancé Jeff Bezos to get his attention, a body language expert has revealed.
The glamorous former reporter, 55, clung to the Amazon CEO, 61, in the capital as the country's most powerful people shuffled around her, including Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan.
But speaking to FEMAIL, Judi James said it was clear the ex-news presenter's 'forward-looking attitude left her isolated'.
She was seen “between the backs of both Bezos and Zuckerberg,” who appeared to be engrossed in their own conversations.
The communications coach added that at that point, Lauren “appeared to glance at Priscilla before turning back forward with a head bump and a pout that could indicate defiance.”
'Because she was the most noticeable, but also the most ignored person in the group, she tried to restart by touching her fiancé on the back to interrupt him during the conversation.
He politely turned to look at her, but when he found out she just wanted to point at the ceiling, he smiled indulgently before turning his head to go straight back to his chat, leaving Lauren clinging to his arm clung but was left out of both conversations. '
Judi said Lauren was sure to turn heads in her 'striking white corset top on display' and 'frequently turned around on the stairs along the way in what appeared to be an attempt to catch the cameras'.
Lauren Sanchez was the 'most ignored person' among the 'techie' tycoon group at Trump's inauguration yesterday – as she 'pouted' and 'interrupted' her fiancé Jeff Bezos to get his attention, a body language expert has revealed
“She was standing on the balcony looking garrulously into space while everyone around her was having some excited, technical-looking conversations,” the expert continued, even though he seemed “isolated” from her group.
However, Judi said Lauren later “showed friendship signals with Zuckerberg later.” laughing chatting and even placing a hand over her mouth to suggest a secretive giggle and whisper.
Priscilla did not participate in the friendly conversation between Lauren and her husband, but instead turned her back on the couple as she chatted with others.
Lauren and Jeff arrived at the US Capitol Rotunda in Washington, DC on Monday morning.
The journalist wore a long white mohair coat, buttoned in the middle and her long, dark brown hair wavy and tied in a low ponytail, with some loose tendrils around her face.
Once inside, she took off her modest jacket to reveal the white pantsuit, with lace lingerie peeking through.
Speaking to FEMAIL, Judi James said it was clear the ex-news presenter's 'forward-looking attitude left her isolated'
Lauren was “caught between the backs of both Bezos and Zuckerberg,” who appeared to be engrossed in their own conversations, Judi said
The bride-to-be appeared to 'interrupt' Jeff's conversation to show him something before turning away again
It appears to be the same outfit that the soon-to-be Mrs. Bezos wore during a conversation with Forbes executive vice president Moira Forbes at the Forbes Power Women's Summit 2024 in September.
On Sunday evening, she met Ivanka Trump, the president's daughter, at a candlelight dinner at the National Building Museum.
The former TV presenter wore a stunning black Dolce and Gabbana dress for the event, where she hugged Ivanka.
Lauren called the evening a “magical evening” on Instagram as she showed off her stunning black dress with a glittering strapless top and silk draped skirt from the Italian designer. She and her billionaire lover were seen chatting with fellow tech titan Elon Musk, 53, ahead of the event, as the socialite held her husband's arm tightly.
At the same event, Ivanka was seen sparkling in a hand-embellished crystal and pearl gown created by American brand Oscar de la Renta. The same designer also dressed Second Lady Usha Vance, 39, for the event in a dress similar to Lauren's.
Jeff and Lauren have maintained extraordinary secrecy surrounding their upcoming nuptials since he proposed to board his $500 million superyacht in May 2023.
However, the bride-to-be announced on the Today Show last month that she had purchased her wedding dress, but precise plans have not been made public.
Lauren told Vogue last November that she hadn't started planning at the time.
Lauren Sanchez and Jeff Bezos attended Donald Trump's inauguration in Washington DC on Monday
However, Judi said Lauren later “showed friendship signals with Zuckerberg later.” laughing chatting and even placing a hand over her mouth to suggest a secretive giggle and whisper
Lauren and Mark had a friendly chat during the historic event, which took place yesterday
It may have been difficult for Priscilla to talk to Lauren due to the seating arrangements at the event
Lauren spent a lot of time yesterday talking to her billionaire fiance and taking pictures with her phone
“We're still thinking about the wedding,” she told the magazine. 'Will it be big? Will it be abroad? We don't know that yet.'
When asked if he wanted to be involved in the plans, Bezos reportedly laughed and said, “Oh God, no. Do I look so stupid?'
Today Show hosts Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie took a chance when Lauren sat down for an interview on November 20 of this year and cheekily asked about her wedding plans.
“So you asked?” Lauren said, a little irritated.
She said she was “really excited about it,” adding that she was “thinking about the dress.”
“I have to say, I do have a Pinterest, I'm just like any other bride, so I do have a Pinterest board,” the billionaire's fiancée admitted.
The couple has been publicly dating since January 2019.
It comes as Donald Trump declared “now the work begins” during his inaugural parade in Washington and immediately made good on his promise by signing an executive order to reverse 78 of former President Biden's presidential actions.
Jeff and Lauren have maintained extraordinary secrecy surrounding their upcoming wedding since he proposed to board his $500 million superyacht in May 2023.
“You are now witnessing the dawn of America's golden age,” he said. “We won't tolerate that nonsense anymore.”
Trump turned his rally in a downtown Washington arena into a signing ceremony as he took up his pen and issued multiple executive actions to make major policy changes.
He then returned to the Oval Office – his first appearance of his second term – to sign several more.
The president said he would sign a pardon at the White House and indicated that those convicted in the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol riot would be released Monday.
Trump has officially halted 78 Biden-era executive orders, announced a regulatory freeze that prevents bureaucrats from issuing regulations until the Trump administration has full control of the government, and a freeze on all federal hiring except military area and a few other essential areas.
He also ordered a requirement that federal employees return to full-time in-person work, a directive for every department and agency to address the cost of living, and announced the withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement.
