MSC Cruises has revealed Drew Barrymore will be the Godmother of its new U.S. flagship, MSC World America. Barrymore will be cutting the ribbon and triggering the traditional breaking of a bottle of champagne at the Naming Ceremony being held on 9 April 2025 at the new MSC Miami Cruise Terminal in Florida.
“When MSC Cruises asked me to be the Godmother of MSC World America, I immediately said yes!” remarked Barrymore, actress and host of the Drew Barrymore Show.
“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.”
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Suzanne Salas, EVP, Marketing, eCommerce & Sales, MSC Cruises USA, said Barrymore was “perfect” for the Godmother.
“She embodies our brand perfectly, with her exquisite style and grace, and her passion for the comfort and adventure we find through travel.”
Guests at MSC World America‘s Naming Ceremony will include the global press, dignitaries and travel advisors. They will enjoy a gala dinner and entertainment, along with the chance to experience everything the ship has to offer. After the ceremony, MSC World America will depart on a celebratory 3-night sailing to Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve—MSC Cruises’ breathtaking private island in The Bahamas—which Barrymore and Orlando Bloom are seen visiting in the “Let’s Holiday” campaign.
The 6,762 passenger MSC World America will usher in a new world of cruising, seamlessly blending European style with American comfort. Features include:
- Seven districts aimed at providing distinct spaces that allow every type of traveler to enjoy their own vacation experience
- 19 dining venues, including the only Eataly restaurant at sea
- 18 bars and lounges, including all-new venues like All Stars Sports Bar and The Loft comedy club
- The Harbour, an all-new outdoor venue for families featuring the Cliffhanger over-water swing ride, a ropes course, a water park, a playground, relaxation areas, and complimentary grab-and-go dining
- The outdoor World Promenade, featuring shopping, dining and one of the longest dry slides at sea along with fantastic ocean views
- The 3-level World Galleria, bustling with activity and lined with bars, shops and restaurants
- The largest MSC Yacht Club in the Caribbean.
All of MSC World America’s cruises from Miami include visits to Ocean Cay.
