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Robert Downey Jr. Named Godparent of Disney Adventure Ahead of March 10 Singapore Debut

The appointment underscores Disney’s expansion in Asia with its largest ship debuting from Singapore on March 10.

Overview

  • Disney has scheduled a christening in Singapore on March 4, though outlets report Downey’s in-person attendance has not been confirmed.
  • The Disney Adventure is the fleet’s newest and largest ship, accommodating about 6,700 passengers and 2,500 crew across seven themed areas.
  • Marvel experiences include Tony Stark’s Ironcycle Test Run, billed as the first roller coaster on a Disney ship and the longest of its kind at sea, plus an “Avengers Assemble!” stage show and a Marvel WEB Workshop for kids.
  • Homeported at Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore for at least five years, the ship will operate three- and four-night itineraries in Southeast Asia after a delay from an original December 2025 launch.
  • Disney Experiences chairman and incoming CEO Josh D’Amaro announced the role, and Downey—long associated with the MCU—also stars as Doctor Doom in Avengers: Doomsday, set for theatrical release on December 18, 2026.