The Star Princess has been officially named by godparents Camila and Matthew McConaughey in Florida.

While the ship was alongside at Port Everglades, the couple christened the ship, breaking a celebratory bottle of Pantalones Organic Tequila, the brand they co-founded.

Hosted by travel and lifestyle TV personality Dawn McCoy, the ceremony took place in the ship’s Princess Arena. The celebration featured a performance by nine-time Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Sheryl Crow.

“It’s an honor to follow in the footsteps of past godparents and welcome the Star Princess into the Princess fleet,” said Camila and Matthew.

“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’ tequila brand, Pantalones, is also 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.

The ship’s maiden season highlights include the following:

• Before debuting in Fort Lauderdale, the Star Princess sailed a transatlantic voyage and will begin her Caribbean season on November 7, 2025.
• After a winter 2025 through spring 2026 season of Caribbean cruises, the Star Princess sails through the Panama Canal to Seattle for a debut season of seven-day Alaska Inside Passage cruises in the summer of 2026. The ship will be the newest offering voyages to The Great Land.

 

New entertainment highlights onboard include Spellbound by Magic Castle, two theatre shows, “Meridian” and “Illuminate,” as well as deck parties, Piazza celebrations and a reimagined champagne waterfall.

The Dome will also feature the new Candlelight Concert Series.

Key features of the Star Princess include:

• Over 1,500 balcony staterooms, including the Sanctuary Collection suites, mini-suites and balcony staterooms
• The elevated Piazza onboard with panoramic views
• 30 restaurant and bar venues with an unprecedented collection of celebrity collaborators
• Princess’ Love Line Premium Liquor and Non-Alcoholic* Collection
• The two-story Lotus Spa and fitness center, which offers dynamic classes, pools and spas, and
• The SkyDeck, featuring a sports court for pickleball and basketball, along with a jogging track, a splash pad and shaded lounge areas.