Cameron Diaz becomes a mother again at 53 and surprises with the name of her third child: Nautas

Cameron Diaz announces the birth of her third child with Benji Madden, revealing an unexpected name that has already sparked conversation.

• The actress and Benji Madden expand their family at a pivotal moment, balancing her return to Hollywood with a more private life.

Cameron Diaz has surprised fans by announcing she has become a mother for the third time at the age of 53. The actress and her husband, musician and producer Benji Madden, have welcomed their new son, Nautas Madden — an uncommon name that is already generating conversation.

It was Benji Madden himself who shared the news on social media with a direct message: “Cameron and I are happy, excited and deeply grateful to announce the birth of our third child, Nautas Madden. Welcome to the world, son!” In the same statement, he highlighted the family’s current chapter: “We love family life — our children are healthy and happy, and we feel incredibly blessed.”

The couple, who married in 2015, already share two children: Raddix, born in 2019, and Cardinal, who arrived in 2024. With the birth of Nautas, they reinforce a period strongly centred around family life, which has defined the actress’s recent years.

The chosen name has not gone unnoticed. Nautas, evoking ideas such as “navigator” or “traveller”, reflects the couple’s preference for distinctive and meaningful names. Rather than following trends, the choice appears rooted in a more personal and symbolic vision.

This birth arrives at a significant time for Cameron Diaz, who has spoken openly about her experience with later motherhood. She became a mother for the first time at 47, a decision she has consistently defended, highlighting both the intensity and value of that stage.

During that period, the actress also stepped away from Hollywood. In 2018, she paused her acting career to focus on her personal life, describing the decision as essential: “I felt it was something I needed to do to reclaim my life.” At the same time, she developed her entrepreneurial side with Avaline, an organic wine brand created alongside Katherine Power.

Now, that balance between personal and professional life is taking shape once again. Cameron Diaz has recently returned to acting, with new projects in development and her anticipated comeback as the voice of Fiona in the ‘Shrek’ franchise, alongside future work with figures such as Keanu Reeves.

Beyond her career, the relationship between Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden remains one of Hollywood’s most discreet and stable. Since the beginning of their relationship — with Nicole Richie as a key connection — they have maintained a low profile, prioritising privacy over public exposure.

With the arrival of their third child, the couple reinforce a chapter defined by intentional choices, stepping away from the industry’s pace to build a life on their own terms.