Notoriously Private Benji Madden Gushes Over 'Queen' Cameron Diaz as She Makes Her Triumphant Return to Hollywood
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Cameron Diaz made 38 movies in 20 years, working at a frenzied pace for two decades. It’s understandable why she’d need a break from Hollywood, especially when she’s got two children at home. Now, Diaz is back with a new movie, and her husband Benji Madden is prouder than ever.

Dressed in all black, Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden dodge the paparazzi outside of a London restaurant
Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden ​in London on December 2, 2022 | Ricky Vigil M/GC Images

Diaz stepped away from acting to focus on her family and her wine label, Avaline. She and Madden, her husband of 10 years, have a daughter, Raddix, born in December 2019, and a son, Cardinal, born in 2024. Famously private about their personal lives, the couple managed to keep the second pregnancy completely secret. They have been vocal about cherishing their family life and prioritizing privacy for their kids. This makes Madden’s social media post all the more exciting for fans of the Madden-Diaz family.

Benji Madden and Cameron Diaz sit courtside at a 2015 NBA game
Benji Madden and Cameron Diaz at a 2015 Los Angeles Lakers game | Noel Vasquez/GC Images

The Good Charlotte guitarist took to Instagram to praise his wife. Madden shared two photos, one of Diaz posing demurely in a metallic dress and red lipstick at a formal event and the other a selfie of the pair looking tanned and happy in California. He captioned the carousel of images, “This is my QUEEN. I celebrate this BAD ASS WOMAN . Wife, Mommy, friend, partner, Boss, and lover. We just hit 10 YEARS married on January 5th and every year only gets more fulfilling.”

A photo of Cameron Diaz alongside a selfie of Benji Madden and Cameron Diaz
Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden | @benjaminmadden via Instagram

In 2015, Diaz and Madden wed in a private and intimate affair at their Beverly Hills, California, home. Reportedly officiated by Madden’s twin brother, Joel, the wedding guest list included Gwyneth Paltrow, Reese Witherspoon, Drew Barrymore, and Nicole Richie. The musician and Vanilla Sky star opted for a cozy and romantic atmosphere, adorning their home with candles and flowers.

The Madden-Diaz-Richie family poses together in 2016
Josh Madden, Lionel Richie, Nicole Richie, Joel Madden, Cameron Diaz, and Benji Madden in 2016 | Donato Sardella/Getty Images for REVOLVE

Benji elaborated on their 10-year marriage on Instagram. “Every day getting to have my best friend with me ride or die,” he wrote. “What a beautiful life- I am GRATEFUL!!! and ANOTHER MiLESTONE happening TOMORROW!!! We are SO happy to see you….BACK IN ACTION!!….Congrats baby!!” As the couple celebrates Diaz’s first role since 2014’s Annie, her action/comedy co-starring Jaime Foxx is receiving mixed reviews.

One Rotten Tomatoes critic writes, “It’s comfortingly, dependably predictable, even with a few clever twists and turns, and, frankly, that’s exactly what’s needed right now. Content collapsed. Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx’s winning chemistry isn’t enough to overcome this cliché-ridden action comedy.” Another review gave an alternative take: “This movie is good for family that’s why I rate it 5 stars. I love how they mix it — the comedy, action and thrill. What I love the most in this movie is how they protect their family”

Actors Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx laugh together as they take pictures along the London skyline
Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx in London ‘for Back in Action’ on January 17, 2025 | Yui Mok/PA Images via Getty Images

Regardless, Diaz has enjoyed her Hollywood comeback in large part thanks to Foxx. The My Best Friend’s Wedding star only took the time away from her family because she could work with the “most talented man in the entertainment business,” she told Empire. With an estimated net worth of $140 million, Diaz can be picky about her parts. Between blockbuster roles like the Shrek franchise, praise for her wine brand, Avaline, and a happy home life, the 52-year-old can rest easy knowing Hollywood will be there when she desires it.

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