Meet your Ninth Happenings Cast on Valiant Lady
With new faces and fan favorites returning you can find the ninth Valiant Lady Happenings Cast on board from February 14th 2025.
For those sailing in the next few months look out for the next Happenings Cast for Valiant Lady, now in rehearsal in Orlando. The traditional cruise director role on cruise ships undergoes a dynamic transformation on the Virgin Voyages ships. Enter “The Happenings Cast”, a diverse ensemble of 12 individuals who provide entertainment, guidance, and more for sailors.
This seasoned team of experts as well as newbies to the brand will be guiding and entertaining sailors aboard Valiant Lady as she embarks on voyages from Miami, from February 14th – August 31st 2025.
A Farewell to Eighth Cast
With the transition to the next Happenings Cast, the current cast will enjoy the next few weeks on board before heading home on February 14th following a brief transition period. You can check out all of the latest on the Valiant Lady’s Happenings Cast on Instagram.
Meet Valiant Lady’s Happenings Cast 9
This Happenings Cast are well geared to make sure the guests have a great time as she sets sail on regular 4-5 night sailings in the Caribbean. With some familiar faces plus the addition new talent from both sea and shore.
Voyage Hosts
Annabell: The Hostess (Replacing Michie)
Annabell is a singer and actor who previously performed as the singer on It’s a Ship Show. This is her first time stepping into the Hostess role! Look out for Annabell on Scarlet Night at The Octopus Garden & “Love Love Love with The Hostess“.
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Cordelia Facade: The Diva (Replacing Martina Brookshire)
Cordelia Facade, a Nashville-based drag performer, is a self-proclaimed “Trophy Wife on a Mission” known for hosting karaoke and performing at The Electric Jane, Virgin Hotel, and Soho House. A past winner of SiSSi Cycle 1. In 2023, she performed with Lizzo and opened for Chappell Roan’s sold-out tour. You can find Coredelia at Around the World with the Diva and Bingo with the Diva.
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Aficionados
These members are the experts in their field hosting everything from Trivia to Food Workshops to Magic Shows.
Caitlyn: The Gamer (Replacing “Big” Lew)
Caitlyn is a brand new gamer on board bringing her gaming expertise to the ship. Look out for Caitlyn hosting games like Last One Standing, Risky Quizness & Salty Trivia in the Social Club.
Magic Mike: The Charmer (Replacing Nimai)
Michael Carraway, also known as the illusionist Magic of Mike Madness, is a magician, mentalist, and comedian based on the East Coast. He specializes in events like weddings, birthdays, festivals, and corporate gatherings. You can find Mike at Tips & Tricks during Afternoon Tea as well as his own secret shows throughout the voyage.
KK (Kayla): The Foodie (Replacing Faith)
Kayla is brand new to Virgin Voyages bringing her passion for food to the ship. You can find Kayla at events like Shot for Shot, Meat & Cheese, If You Please & Plate, Snap, Eat: Foodie Photo Workshop.
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Shelby: The Artist (Replacing Naja)
Shelby is a new Artist on board Virgin Voyages bringing their artistic flair and love of travel to Valiant Lady. Look out for Shelby at events such as Painting & Boozy Bevvies, Live Life Colorfully as well as the painting segment of the Seahorse Race.
AJ (Alonso): The Balancer (Replacing Dwayne)
AJ/Alonso Lizaraz is a fitness professional who was previously on the seventh Valiant Lady Cast You can find AJ, the Balancer at events such as Zumba and Run Club.
Influencers and Dancers
These members are the vibrant faces seen across Virgin Voyages social channels, ensuring every event is lively and engaging.
Cris: The Spark (Replacing Rhea)
Fan favorite Cris, the Spark, known for his high energy is once again returning to Virgin Voyages with several contracts under his belt. Look out for Cris hosting multiple events throughout the ship!
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Meghan: The Flare (Replacing Dorisa)
Another newbie is Meghan, the Flare. She’s a performer and dancer from the US with a BFA in Dance from Montclair State. Look out for Meghan at the parties on board such as We Fancy.
Kayla: The Glow (Replacing Kelsey)
Kayla once again returns to Virgin Voyages, she was most recently in Cast 9 of Scarlet Lady. Kayla is a University of Michigan alumni. Find Kayla at events like We Fancy and Love Love Love with the Hostess show.
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Sammy: The Hype (Replacing Lewis)
A popular returnee is Sammy. He has been with Virgin Voyages for many years helping to launch both Scarlet Lady and Valiant Lady. He is once again returning to Virgin Voyages to take up the Hype role, Sammy was previously the Spark. Look out for Sammy hosting multiple events throughout the ship!
Ali: The Bounce (Replacing Chris)
Ali is returning once again to Virgin Voyages to take over The Bounce role, she was previously The Artist on Scarlet Lady. She is a Michigan Dance Team Alum. Look out for Ali hosting multiple events throughout the ship!
Get to Know your Happenings Cast
The Happenings Cast onboard the Virgin Voyages cruise ships are often the life and soul of your cruise vacation. The cast will be sailing between February 14th and August 31st 2025, if you have booked during this time frame be sure to reach out to the cast on board.
Many sailors find interacting with the cast on social media is a great way to get to know them and some cast members share hints, tips and event times on their stories. The cast are there not only to entertain but also guide you accordingly to help plan out activities on board.
Dates and cast are subject to change.