Cameron Diaz was spotted enjoying a rare public outing with her daughter Raddix in New York City this week. The 53-year-old actress, known for her roles in films such as Charlie’s Angels and The Mask, was seen doting on her five-year-old as the pair navigated the bustling city streets on Wednesday.
Diaz kept a protective hand on Raddix’s scooter handlebars as the young girl, wearing a hot pink helmet, rode alongside her mother. The duo’s outing was a picture of familial bliss, with Raddix dressed in bright pink leggings and a colorful patterned dress. Meanwhile, Diaz opted for a casual look, sporting a double denim ensemble paired with white sneakers, her signature blonde hair tied back in a ponytail.
Family Life and Career Choices
Cameron Diaz shares Raddix and a one-year-old son, Cardinal, with her husband Benji Madden, the 46-year-old musician from the band Good Charlotte. The couple, who married in January 2015 after a whirlwind romance, have often kept their family life private. Diaz took a step back from her Hollywood career in 2014, prioritizing her family and personal life over the glitz and glamour of the film industry.
Diaz and Madden welcomed Raddix into their lives on December 30, 2019, and surprised fans with the announcement of Cardinal’s birth in March 2024. Despite her hiatus from acting, Diaz has openly shared her thoughts on motherhood, particularly the experience of becoming a mother later in life.
‘When you’re my age and you decide to do it, it’s a real choice,’ Diaz remarked in a 2020 interview with Naomi Campbell. ‘You really have to work hard for it. The only pressure for me is like I have to live to be, like 107, you know? So no pressure!’
Diaz has frequently described motherhood as the most fulfilling part of her life, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to raise her children alongside Madden.
A Decade of Love and Partnership
Benji Madden recently offered a glimpse into their marriage during an appearance on Rob Lowe’s SiriusXM podcast, Literally!, alongside his twin brother Joel. Both brothers humorously admitted to having a healthy fear of their ‘strong’ wives, with Benji calling Diaz his ‘queen’ and emphasizing the respect and admiration he holds for her.
In January, the couple celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary with a heartfelt social media post. Madden shared a rare selfie of the two, expressing his love and appreciation for Diaz. ‘This is my QUEEN ❤️,’ he wrote. ‘I celebrate this BAD A** WOMAN. Wife, Mommy, friend, partner, Boss, and lover.’
‘We just hit 10 YEARS married on January 5th and every year only gets more fulfilling. It’s special. Never perfect – always real – always reliable,’ Madden continued, highlighting the strength and authenticity of their relationship.
Return to the Silver Screen
After a decade away from acting, Diaz returned to the spotlight with the Netflix action comedy Back In Action, alongside Jamie Foxx. Released in January 2025, the film marked her comeback to the industry she left behind to focus on family life. During an appearance on The Graham Norton Show, Diaz reflected on her decision to return, acknowledging the privilege of working in film and the excitement of collaborating with Foxx.
‘I had 10 years of not paying attention to anything; not accepting any advances, and then I got this script and thought that maybe it was time,’ Diaz shared. ‘If I was going to leave my family for 10 hours a day I wanted to do it with the most talented man in the entertainment business.’
Her return has been met with enthusiasm from fans and industry peers alike, as Diaz balances her roles as a devoted mother and a celebrated actress. As she continues to navigate her career and family life, Diaz’s story serves as a testament to the choices and sacrifices involved in pursuing both personal and professional fulfillment.
