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Diana Ross Withdraws as Godmother of Star of the Seas Ahead of Debut Cruise

Royal Caribbean plans to appoint a replacement godmother before the ship’s Aug. 20 showcase after her sudden withdrawal.

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Overview

  • The singer’s representative cited “unforeseen circumstances” for the cancellation and offered no additional details.
  • Her withdrawal leaves the three-day Star of the Seas voyage from Port Canaveral to Perfect Day at CocoCay on Aug. 20 without its intended godmother.
  • Royal Caribbean expressed disappointment and said it will announce a new godmother before the ship sails.
  • Ross completed a U.K. arena tour in July and will begin her U.S. Beautiful Love tour on Aug. 16 in Saratoga, California.
  • The Star of the Seas is the cruise line’s newest Icon Class ship, featuring multiple shows, dining options, pools and waterslides.