Matthew and Camila McConaughey christen Princess Cruises' Star Princess

Princess Cruises held the official naming ceremony for Star Princess on November 6 at Port Everglades, with actors Matthew and Camila McConaughey serving as godparents.

The couple, who co-founded Pantalones Organic Tequila, broke a bottle of their tequila brand against the ship during the maritime tradition, which took place in the ship's Princess Arena. 

The event was hosted by travel and lifestyle TV personality Dawn McCoy and included a performance by singer-songwriter Sheryl Crow.

"It's an honor to follow in the footsteps of past godparents and welcome Star Princess into the Princess fleet," said Camila and Matthew McConaughey. 

"We are excited to share this moment with the guests who step aboard – coming together with family and friends, making new memories and sharing a Pantalones cocktail, or two."

The McConaugheys join previous Princess godparents including Princess Diana; Catherine, Princess of Wales; Audrey Hepburn; and Sophia Loren. 

Their Pantalones Organic Tequila is featured across the Princess fleet, including in the 24K Gold Margarita and the Love Line Premium Liquors Collection.

"Today's naming ceremony is a milestone filled with pride and joy for everyone at Princess Cruises," said Gus Antorcha, Princess Cruises' president.

"Star Princess is a stunning reflection of our legacy and our future - bringing together incredible design, exceptional experiences, and the spirit of discovery our guests love. We're grateful to Matthew and Camila McConaughey for joining the Princess family and know their warmth and infectious spirit will always be felt throughout Star Princess."

Ship details and deployment

Star Princess accommodates 4,300 guests and measures 177,800 tons. 

The ship began its Caribbean season from Fort Lauderdale on November 7, following a transatlantic voyage.

After a winter 2025 through spring 2026 Caribbean season, Star Princess will transit the Panama Canal to Seattle for 7-day Alaska Inside Passage cruises starting summer 2026.

Entertainment onboard includes Spellbound by Magic Castle, a speakeasy-style magic show; two original theatrical productions in the Princess Arena called Meridian and Illuminate; and the Candlelight Concert Series in The Dome.

Dining options include 30 restaurant and bar venues with celebrity-affiliated brands in the Love Line Premium Liquor and Non-Alcoholic Collection. 

Beyond Pantalones Organic Tequila, the collection features Sláinte Irish Whiskey by Liev Schreiber; Kylie Minogue's No Alcohol Sparkling Rosé; MEILI Vodka by Jason Momoa; and Love Prosecco by Artist Romero Britto.

The ship features over 1,500 balcony staterooms, including Sanctuary Collection accommodations with access to an exclusive restaurant and adults-only pool deck. 

Other amenities include a two-story Lotus Spa, fitness center, sports court for pickleball and basketball and an elevated Piazza with panoramic views.

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