The Diaz-Madden home has expanded to three andCameron DiazandBenji Maddencouldn’t be happier.
The couple announced they hadwelcomed their first child togetheron social media on Friday, writing the two “are so happy, blessed and grateful” to be parents.
Diaz, 47, and Madden, 40, were first linked in May 2014,getting engaged justbeforeChristmasthat yearand tying the knotin January 2015. The couple said “I do” at their home in Beverly Hills, California, in front of famous pals likeDrew Barrymore, Madden’s brother andGood CharlottebandmateJoel Maddenand the latter’s wifeNicole Richie.
While being incredibly private about their relationship, the two have spoken out about each other on a few occasions.
In August, Diaz toldInStylemagazine that “getting married to him was the best thing that ever happened to me.”
Benji Madden and Cameron Diaz.Donato Sardella/Getty
“My husband’s the best,” she said. “He’s the greatest human being, and he’s my great partner. Marriage is certainly hard, and it’s a lot of work. You need somebody who’s willing to do the work with you because there’s no 60-40 in marriage. It’s 50-50, period. All the time.”
She continued, “I don’t know if I was ready [when I got married], but I knew Benji was special. He’s just a good man. There’s no bullshit. It’s really refreshing. I’m really grateful for him.”
That same month a source told PEOPLE the formerCharlie’s Angelsactress"has never felt happier."
“She doesn’t miss her career at all,” the insider said. “She loves married life and just being with Benji. They are very happy and enjoying their lives together.”
The source continued, “They talk things out, feel like friends, yet have a wonderful romance. They have grown together, and in some ways, he has been a rock for her. Benji is a good man, smart, deep and honest.”
At the time, the insider said, “Cameron would love to have a family.”
For his part, Madden has also been as outspoken about his relationship with the actress. In late August, the Good Charlotte rocker shareda tribute to his wifeon Instagram for her birthday.
The new mom went on to share that while she and Madden “are overjoyed to share this news” they “also feel a strong instinct to protect our little one’s privacy.”
“So we won’t be posting pictures or sharing any more details, other than the fact that she is really really cute! Some would even say RAD,” Diaz continued, adding a smiley-face emoji.
source: people.com
