Item 8.01. Other Events.

On May 19, 2009, Altria Group, Inc. ("Altria") held its 2009 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.

In connection with the 2009 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, on May 19, 2009, Altria issued a press release reaffirming earnings guidance and announcing preliminary voting results. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits

99.1 Altria Group, Inc. Press Release dated May 19, 2009

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