Royal Caribbean has announced musical icon Diana Ross as the official godmother of Star of the Seas when the revolutionary Icon Class ship debuts August 2025.
With her music inspiring generations of families, Ms. Ross will take the stage to welcome the newest family vacation sailing from Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida, and visiting the top-rated Perfect Day at CocoCay in the Bahamas.
As godmother, Ms. Ross will join a longstanding maritime tradition of bestowing safekeeping onto the ship, its crew and the millions who will make memories for years to come.
To celebrate the unveiling of Star, Ms. Ross will take part in an iconic naming ceremony in the ship’s AquaTheatre, located in the transformational AquaDome neighbourhood surrounded by wraparound ocean views.
Fans can stay tuned to learn more about how they can join the celebration on Royal Caribbean’s Instagram page.
“I am truly honoured to join the Royal Caribbean family,” said Diana Ross. “Having spent years of creating beautiful music and memories and bringing people together from all over the world, this feels like a perfect continuation of my journey as godmother of Star of the Seas.”
The celebration will set the tone for what’s in store on Star, welcoming families and holidaymakers of all ages to experience the record-setting Icon Class lineup.
Star combines the best of beach retreats, resort escapes and theme park adventures across eight neighbourhoods that are destinations in themselves to deliver the world’s best family getaway.
With adrenaline-pumping thrills at Category 6 waterpark, unrivalled ways to chill at seven pools, and jaw-dropping entertainment, including the cult-classic movie turned instant-hit musical “Back to the Future: The Musical”.
Guests can also look forward to more than 40 ways to dine and drink, including Lincoln Park Supper Club and so much more.
“We are thrilled to have Diana Ross join us for the debut of Star of the Seas, the next bold vacation in our revolutionary Icon Class, designed to encompass the best a vacation experience can offer,” said Michael Bayley, President and CEO, Royal Caribbean.
“We couldn’t imagine a more fitting godmother for Star than Diana Ross, who is a true icon known for creating music that transcends generations while celebrating life and bringing people together. We can’t wait to welcome Ms. Ross, our guests and crew to celebrate the arrival of Star this August.”
Departing from Orlando, Star will deliver 7-night sailings to the most sought-after destinations in the Eastern and Western Caribbean, including the brand’s top-rated Perfect Day at CocoCay in the Bahamas.
Royal Caribbean has more standout experiences in store across its expanding lineup of destinations from the ultimate beach day at Royal Beach Club Paradise Island in December 2025 to incredible destinations in Mexico at Royal Beach Club Cozumel in 2026 and Perfect Day Mexico in fall 2027.
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