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Cameron Diaz Welcomes Third Child, Nautas Madden

Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden surprised fans with the arrival of their third child, a son named Nautas Madden, born on May 4, 2026. The couple shared their joy and gratitude through heartfelt messages.

Benji Madden expressed their happiness, stating, “Cameron and I are Happy, Excited, and feeling so BLESSED to announce the birth of our third Child, Nautas Madden.” The name Nautas is derived from the Latin word for sailor, reflecting a sense of adventure.

At 53 years old, Cameron Diaz has embraced motherhood later in life. She has previously mentioned the unique experience of having children at her age: “The women who have children my age are like, literally 20 years younger and that’s an interesting place to be because I’m not that age.” This perspective highlights her commitment to family life amidst her Hollywood career.

The couple already has two other children: daughter Raddix, who is six years old, and son Cardinal, who is two. They welcomed Raddix via surrogacy in December 2019 and celebrated Cardinal’s birth in March 2024.

Key details about the family:

  • Cameron Diaz is 53 years old; Benji Madden is 47.
  • Raddix Madden is currently six years old.
  • Cardinal Madden is two years old.
  • Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden were married in January 2015.
  • Nautas Madden’s name signifies a connection to the sea.

Cameron has openly shared her love for motherhood, saying, “I love being a mother. It’s the best, best, best part of my life.” With each new addition to their family, the couple continues to embrace the joys and challenges of parenting.

As they navigate this new chapter with Nautas, fans eagerly await more updates on how this growing family will adapt to their latest arrival. For now, they celebrate their healthy children and cherish their time together as a family.