La Palina is an American cigar brand that holds historical significance in the realms of radio and advertising.
La Palina gained a notable association with Kate Smith's initial CBS radio network program titled "Kate Smith and Her Swanee Music".
[1] In recent times, William C. Paley, the grandson of Sam Paley, has reclaimed the rights to the La Palina name and currently produces La Palina cigars once again.
[2] Within the context of La Palina cigar boxes, the interior and exterior images featured Goldie Drell Paley, Sam Paley's wife, dressed in a Spanish costume.
The name "La Palina" originated from "the female Paley" and was chosen to reflect the portrait used in the product's marketing.