The mezzo-soprano, Katherine Jenkins, was announced on Friday as an ambassador for the frigate HMS Cardiff and its crew. The honorary title is traditionally given to bestow good luck and divine protection upon a ship, and is typically held for life by members of royalty or prominent figures such as military spouses or political leaders. Jenkins received this honor due to her dedication and support for the Armed Forces over the past two decades, including two performances on the HMS Queen Elizabeth. She expressed gratitude for the privilege of supporting the Armed Forces and their families, and is honored to serve as the sponsor of HMS Cardiff. Jenkins, whose father served in the Navy, viewed this opportunity as a meaningful moment in her life.
During her visit to Cardiff, she embarked on a tour aboard the Royal Navy patrol boat HMS Express, the only British warship permanently stationed in Wales, and later visited HMS Cambria, the Navy’s Welsh headquarters. As the ship’s sponsor, Jenkins may attend various events such as the ship’s launch and commissioning ceremonies, homecomings from operational missions, and provide support to the crew.
HMS Cardiff, the second of eight new submarine-hunting frigates, is being constructed in Glasgow, Scotland. It will be based in Plymouth and will be responsible for protecting UK waters from underwater threats, as well as carrying out other tasks such as commando raids, search operations, drone launches and recoveries, disaster relief, and evacuations.
Brigadier Jock Fraser, the Royal Marines’ naval regional commander, formally welcomed Jenkins to the naval family on behalf of the First Sea Lord. He emphasized the important role that ship sponsors play and expressed his delight at Jenkins’ involvement. He is confident that she will be an exceptional advocate for HMS Cardiff and its crew wherever they may serve.
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