Matthew McConaughey’s latest role is not as cowboy, detective, outlaw or astronaut. Instead, the Academy Award-winning actor and his wife, entrepreneur and New York Times best-selling author Camila Alves McConaughey, have been appointed godparents of the new Star Princess.“We’re honoured to be godparents of the Star Princess,” the couple said. “With Princess, it’s not just a vacation – it’s time well spent, families and friends coming together, meeting new folks and making memories. This ship’s got that spirit built right in, and we’re proud to be part of her story from the beginning.”Princess Cruises President Gus Antorcha explained why the couple was selected for the honorific title: “Their passion for life, dedication to giving back and unmistakable charisma make them the perfect pair to christen our newest ship. With their signature warmth and spirit, Camila and Matthew embody the values that define Princess, and we are delighted to welcome them into our family in such a meaningful way.”Princess Cruises has a long history of selecting remarkable figures as godparents of its ships, including Princess Diana, Sophia Loren and the Duchess of Cambridge. Notably, Audrey Hepburn was named godmother of the original Star Princess in 1989.In 2025, the brand-new Star Princess will debut. On October 4th, it will set sail on a round-trip from Barcelona before crossing the Atlantic for a season of Caribbean voyages from Fort Lauderdale. From there, it will sail through the Panama Canal for its inaugural Alaska season.On these sailings, guests aboard the ship will enjoy immersive entertainment spaces, a light-filled piazza with floor-to-ceiling windows and luxurious accommodation, including over 1,500 balcony staterooms.A standout choice is The Sanctuary Collection – a secluded enclave of suites, mini-suites and balcony staterooms with thoughtfully curated amenities, an exclusive restaurant, an adults-only pool deck and the spa-like Sanctuary Club. This is unique to Star Princess and its award-winning sister ship, the Sun Princess.Guests will also find 30 distinct dining venues and bars across the ship, serving Pantalones Organic Tequila, co-founded by Camila and Matthew McConaughey. The premium spirit is featured across the Princess fleet in signature cocktails, such as the passenger-favourite 24K Gold Margarita.Star Princess voyages for 2025, 2026 and 2027 are now available for booking.
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