Actress Hannah Waddingham served as the godmother for the new Princess Cruises ship Sun Princess, hosting a naming ceremony at the Port of Barcelona
Waddingham, known for her role in “Ted Lasso,” released a bottle of Champagne to christen the ship, wishing good fortune to all aboard
Princess Cruises president John Padgett praised Waddingham’s talent and family’s connection to the sea, calling her the perfect choice for the role: “Hannah is globally admired and adored for her immense talent and determination. Those qualities coupled with her family’s deep connection and love for the sea make her the perfect godmother for our sensational new Sun Princess,” said John Padgett, Princess Cruises president. “We are honored that she has joined us for this pinnacle moment, and that she will remain a treasured part of the ship’s legacy forever.”
Hannah Waddingham said “as much as theatre has always rippled through my bloodstream so too has a strong, historic familial connection with all things nautical. I have of course seen over the years the iconic godmothers who have been asked to represent these magnificent ships and looked on in awe. It is therefore such a great privilege to have been asked to act as Godmother to the Sun Princess, first of her class. I can’t quite believe it.”
A star-studded event featured actor and magician Michael Carbonaro as the master of ceremonies, with celebrity guests including Tyra Banks, Romero Britto, Randy Fenoli, Jeff Corwin, Rob Floyd, along with celebrated chefs Dario Cecchini, Makoto Okuwa, and original “Love Boat” cast members Jill Whelan, Ted Lange and Bernie Kopell.
