US President Joe Biden (2nd from right) with his wife, Jill Biden (r.), Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and his wife, Yuko Kishida.

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In the hallowed halls of the White House, where history whispers from every corner, President Joe Biden, at a spry 81, decided it was high time for a bit of international friendship. The guest of honor? Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, a youthful 66, probably didn't expect the evening to become a feast for the eyes and the palate. On the menu? A state banquet that promised diplomatic discussions seasoned with sparkle, courtesy of Jeff Bezos (60) and his fiancée, Lauren Sánchez (54).

Jeff Bezos grins proudly while holding Lauren's hand.

Sánchez, in a sartorial choice as bold as any Amazon expedition, opted for a bright red dress that could stop traffic on Pennsylvania Avenue. Crafted from lace and satin by Rasario with a price tag that could rival a small treasure chest ($2,360), her attire wasn't just a fashion statement but a declaration of independence from the mundane.

Lauren posted this pizza photo on Instagram after the state banquet. Did you not get enough to eat at the White House?

The billionaire power couple, hand in hand, navigated the East Room with the ease of seasoned gala attendees, their entrance as grand as any prime-time show. Bezos, ever the emblem of tech mogul chic, kept it classic with a suit and bow tie, his ensemble whispering elegance but screaming billions.

A vision in red: Bezos' fiancée Lauren Sánchez in a striking red corset dress with a daring neckline, a true showstopper at the event.

Over 200 guests, including political royalty and Hollywood elite, were treated to a feast that boasted house-seared salmon and dry-aged rib-eye steak—a menu designed to appeal to both the culinary and cultural palate. The evening was as much a celebration of ties between nations as a showcase of America's hospitality, with a hint of Silicon Valley flair thrown in for good measure.

Singer Paul Simon rocks the White House.

Not to be outdone by the gourmet offerings, the White House also served a feast for the ears. At a venerable 82, Paul Simon proved that age is just a number, captivating the audience with hits that likely had even the Secret Service tapping their toes.

Robert De Niro came with his girlfriend, Tiffany Chen. Last year, she made him a dad again and gave birth to a daughter—De Niro's seventh child.

Among the distinguished attendees were former US President Bill Clinton and his wife, Hillary, alongside Hollywood stalwart Robert De Niro. Yet, amid the star-studded ensemble, Sánchez stole the limelight, her dress a vibrant testament to the evening's unexpected twists.

Former US President Bill Clinton and his wife, Hillary, also attended the lavish state dinner.

In a gathering that blurred the lines between political soirée and fashion runway, the White House under Biden's watch proved once again that diplomacy can indeed be dazzling. As the evening wore on, with discussions likely ranging from global politics to the merits of a well-aged steak, one thing became clear: when it comes to state banquets, it's not just the menu that can surprise you.