Drew Barrymore, who achieved fame as a child actress in the blockbuster movie ET the Extra-Terrestrial, is to serve as godmother for MSC Cruises’ new US flagship, MSC World America.
Barrymore will be cutting the ribbon and triggering the traditional breaking of a bottle of champagne on the ship’s bow at the naming ceremony on 9 April at the new MSC Miami Cruise Terminal.
She will be accompanied by Orlando Bloom, who co-stars with her in the company’s “Lets Holiday” campaign.
Barrymore said: “I absolutely love to travel. It fuels my soul, and being part of something that helps people set off on incredible adventures is just amazing.
“There’s something so magical about cruises; they let you discover the world in this really fun, unexpected way. And to be able to name MSC World America and send the ship off with well wishes and good luck is such an honour.”
MSC’s marketing vice president Suzanne Salas added: “Drew embodies our brand perfectly, with her exquisite style and grace, and her passion for the comfort and adventure we find through travel.”