Search Travel Market Report

mainlogo
www.travelmarketreport.com/canada
U.S.A.
English
Canada
English
Canada Quebec
Français
  • News
  • Packaged Travel
  • Cruise
  • Hotels & Resorts
  • Destinations
  • Retail Strategies
  • Air
  • Training & Resources
  • Luxury Travel Report

A Star is Born: Diana Ross Revealed as Royal Caribbean’s Next Godmother

by Bruce Parkinson  June 05, 2025
A Star is Born: Diana Ross Revealed as Royal Caribbean’s Next Godmother

June 2025 – Royal Caribbean reveals global music icon Diana Ross as the godmother of the new Star of the Seas. Ms. Ross will set the tone for the world’s best family vacation when the celebration kicks off in August 2025 in Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida, where Star will deliver 7-night vacations to the Eastern and Western Caribbean, including visits to Royal Caribbean’s top-rated exclusive destination in The Bahamas, Perfect Day at CocoCay.

Royal Caribbean has upped the ante once again, announcing musical icon Diana Ross as the official godmother of Star of the Seas when the Icon Class ship debuts in August. 

The 81-year-old Ross is known as “the Queen of Motown Records.” She was the lead singer for The Supremes, who became Motown’s most successful act during the 1960s and one of the world’s best-selling ‘girl groups’ of all time.

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 on the ultimate family vacation for years to come. 

To celebrate the unveiling of Star, Ross will take part in a naming ceremony in the ship’s AquaTheater, located in the AquaDome neighborhood surrounded by wraparound ocean views. Fans can stay tuned to learn more on how they can join the celebration on Royal Caribbean’s Instagram page.

The Star of the Seas in sea trials.

“I am truly honoured to join the Royal Caribbean family,” said  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.”

Royal Caribbean president and CEO Michael Bayley said the line is thrilled to have Ross onboard. 

“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.”

Royal Caribbean says Star combines the best of beach retreats, resort escapes and theme park adventures across eight neighborhoods that are destinations in themselves. The ship will offer 7-night vacations to the most sought-after destinations in the Eastern and Western Caribbean, including the vacation brand’s top-rated Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas. 

  
  
Related Articles
Diana Ross est nommée marraine du Star of the Seas the Royal Caribbean
Royal Caribbean Welcomes Quantum Class to Los Angeles
Royal Caribbean’s Next Adventure: Details Revealed On Perfect Day Mexico
Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day Mexico Will Break Several Records
Despite Tumultuous Macroeconomic Landscape, Royal Caribbean Group Rides Wave of Success In Q1
Royal Caribbean Group Cuts Labadee from Itineraries (Again)
Royal Caribbean Is Moving Vision of the Seas Out of Baltimore 
Cyclone Alfred Update: Royal Caribbean & Carnival Cruises Change Course, Avoiding Brisbane
Royal Caribbean’s New 2-5 Night Cruises: Perfect for Beginners

MOST VIEWED

  1. Air Passenger Rights Group Says ‘Unconstitutional’ Rules Muzzle Travellers
  2. Travel Women We Love: TTAND’s Rhonda Stanley
  3. ACTA: Impact of U.S. Tariffs on Canada’s Travel Industry Will Be Worse Than Pandemic
  4. Lindsay Pearlman to Lead TLN as John Lovell Departs for Virgin Voyages
  5. The Summer of Staying Close to Home: A TRAVELSAVERS Canada Survey
  6. Where the Wild Things Are: Advisors Reflect on G Adventures Galapagos Fam


  1. VIDEO: Air Canada Celebrates Pride, Gets Some Pushback with 1st All-2SLGBTQIA+ Flight
  2. Reviving U.S. Travel: Brand USA Unveils America the Beautiful Campaign
  3. TRAVELSAVERS Celebrates Milestones at 2025 Travel Market Conference
  4. The Secrets Brand Comes to St. Lucia’s Northwestern Coast
  5. Top 5 Things That Will Earn You More Cash from Collette  
  6. Turkish Airlines to Fine for Unbuckling – Will Star Alliance Follow?
Top Stories
Catching Up with Uniworld’s Michelle Palma
Catching Up with Uniworld’s Michelle Palma

TMR sat down with Uniworld’s executive vice president of sales for North America at the 2025 ASTA River Cruise Expo.

Avalon After Dark: River Line Says Evenings Will Shine Brighter in 2026
Avalon After Dark: River Line Says Evenings Will Shine Brighter in 2026

“Sunsets don’t need to signal the end of the day’s adventure on a river cruise,” said Pam Hoffee, president of Avalon Waterways. 

How PONANT and Paul Gauguin Cruises Merge Excellence in Expedition and Exploration Travel
How PONANT and Paul Gauguin Cruises Merge Excellence in Expedition and Exploration Travel

Expedition travel isn’t a trend — it’s a mindset shift.

MSC Cruises Celebrates Trio of Milestones as World America Delivered
MSC Cruises Celebrates Trio of Milestones as World America Delivered

In one day, fast-growing cruise line MSC took delivery of MSC World America, performed the coin ceremony for MSC World Asia and cut steel for the newly named MSC World Atlantic.

Carnival Cruise Line’s Adolfo Perez Steps Down
Carnival Cruise Line’s Adolfo Perez Steps Down

After more than 43 years with Carnival, Adolfo Perez is retiring.

Virgin Voyages Shatters Records with Best-Ever Wave Season 
Virgin Voyages Shatters Records with Best-Ever Wave Season 

In just its fourth year, Virgin Voyages, Richard Branson’s adult-only boutique hotel at sea, is gaining significant momentum, including a 34% growth in bookings, with revenue up 45%. 

TMR Subscription

Don’t miss out! Sign up for our free daily newsletter and get the latest Canadian travel industry news and event coverage delivered straight to your inbox. No spam — just what matters.

Subscribe to TMR

TMR OUTLOOKS & WHITE PAPERS
View All
industry spotlight
https://img.youtube.com/vi/F3tnroIkhTQ/0.jpg
Mitsui Ocean Cruises, Beautiful Encounters with Japan
Advertiser's Voice
The Collette Premium Experience
About Travel Market Report Mission Meet the Team Advisory Board Advertise Syndication Guidelines
TMR Resources Calendar of Events Outlook/Whitepapers Previous Sponsored Articles Previous This Week Articles
Subscribe to TMR
Select Language
Do You Have an Idea Email
Editor@travelmarketreport.ca
Give Us a Call
647 255 8990
Drop Us a Note
Travel Market Report Canada Inc.
3080 Yonge St. Suite 6060 Toronto, ON M4N 3N1
© 2005 - 2025 Travel Market Report, an American Marketing Group Inc. Company All Rights Reserved | Terms and Conditions
Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Manage cookie preferences