People are upset about Cameron Diaz, 51, and Benji Madden, 45, for their subdued welcoming of their second child

Benji Madden and Cameron Diaz have been married for over nine years, and they have always maintained a private family life. They welcomed their daughter four years ago and kept her away from the public eye. Recently, they have shared the joyous news of welcoming their second child.

To learn more about their newest addition, continue reading. The 51-year-old actress, Cameron Diaz, and her 45-year-old musician husband, Benji Madden, announced the birth of their son, Cardinal, on Instagram last Friday. The announcement featured an artwork with the words, “A little bird whispered to me,” surprising many who were unaware the couple was expecting.

In the Instagram caption, Madden wrote, “We are blessed and excited to announce the birth of our Son, Cardinal Madden. He is awesome and we are all so happy he is here.” The couple emphasized their desire for privacy, stating, “We won’t be posting any pictures for the kids’ safety and privacy, but he’s really cute. We are incredibly appreciative and fortunate. Greetings from our family to yours in abundance. Greetings and happy afternoon!”

The couple, who wed in 2015, welcomed their daughter Raddix in 2019. They did not announce her impending arrival until after her birth. At the time, Diaz expressed their joy by saying, “We are so happy, blessed and grateful to begin this new decade by announcing the birth of our daughter, Raddix Madden. She completed our family and immediately won our hearts.”

In their announcement, Diaz also mentioned their intention to protect Raddix’s privacy, sharing, “Although we are ecstatic to share this news, we also feel a strong instinct to protect our little one’s privacy. So, aside from the fact that she is incredibly adorable, we won’t be sharing any more information or images!”

A close friend of the couple revealed that they faced significant challenges to conceive their daughter, with Diaz considering Raddix a miracle. The source disclosed that Raddix was born via surrogacy, though the couple has never publicly addressed this.

While many celebrated the news of their second child, some social media users reacted negatively, questioning their decision to become parents later in life. One commenter remarked, “Who the heck wants to become a parent at 51 years old?” Another speculated, “I hope they get a surrogate because she is so old.” These mixed reactions highlight the ongoing debates about parenting at an older age. Nonetheless, the couple’s happiness and commitment to their growing family remain clear.