Hilary Duff Joins Ex Joel Madden for 'The Anthem' at NYC Concert
WHO:
US Magazine - Hilary Duff, Joel Madden, Benji Madden
TMZ - Hilary Duff, Joel Madden, Benji Madden
Billboard - Hilary Duff, her daughter
WHAT:
Page Six - Hilary Duff changed into a Good Charlotte T-shirt midway through her performance.
Page Six - Duff told the audience, “New York, you know I would never come here and not have a surprise for you,” before bringing out Joel and Benji Madden.
Page Six - Duff referred to Joel and Benji as “two of my dearest friends” during the performance.
Page Six - Duff and Joel performed Good Charlotte’s 2002 track, “The Anthem,” with Benji playing guitar.
Page Six - Duff and Joel posed together backstage with their spouses, including Duff's husband Matthew Koma and Joel's wife Nicole Richie.
Page Six - Duff and Koma were joined by their three children, Banks, Mae, and Townes, as well as Duff's son Luca from her previous marriage.
US Magazine - Hilary Duff performed a setlist that included tracks from her album "Luck... or Something."
TMZ - Hilary Duff brought Joel Madden and his brother Benji Madden on stage during her concert.
Billboard - Hilary Duff performed Good Charlotte's song "The Anthem" with Joel Madden at her concert.
Rolling Stone Music - Hilary Duff is currently on her global Lucky Me Tour.
WHERE:
TMZ - The concert took place at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
WHEN:
US Magazine - Hilary Duff's concert took place on August 5.
Billboard - Hilary Duff's concert was described as her MSG debut.
WHY:
Page Six - Duff and Joel have remained amicable since their split in 2006 and have gone on double dates with each other’s spouses.
US Magazine - Hilary Duff's friendship with Joel Madden post-split was highlighted as a positive aspect of their collaboration during the concert.
Billboard - Hilary Duff revealed that her daughter was in the emergency room the morning of the concert.
HOW:
TMZ - Hilary Duff surprised fans by inviting Joel and Benji Madden to the stage during her performance.
(UPDATED August 7, 2026 08:52 UTC)
Hilary Duff surprised her audience during a recent performance by changing into a Good Charlotte T-shirt and inviting Joel and Benji Madden on stage, referring to them as "two of my dearest friends." Together, they performed the band's 2002 hit, "The Anthem," with Benji on guitar, delighting fans with the nostalgic collaboration. Backstage, Duff posed with her husband Matthew Koma, their three children, and Joel's wife Nicole Richie, showcasing the amicable relationship they’ve maintained since their split in 2006.
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(UPDATED August 7, 2026 00:50 UTC)
Hilary Duff recently took the stage for a concert that featured songs from her album "Luck... or Something," showcasing her musical talent. The event also highlighted her enduring friendship with Joel Madden, which has remained strong even after their split. Both Joel and his brother Benji Madden were present, adding to the positive atmosphere of the performance.
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(UPDATED August 6, 2026 18:34 UTC)
Hilary Duff made a memorable debut at Madison Square Garden in New York City during her global Lucky Me Tour, where she surprised fans by inviting Joel Madden and his brother Benji Madden on stage. During the concert, she performed Good Charlotte's hit song "The Anthem" alongside Joel Madden, creating an unforgettable moment for the audience. Earlier that day, Hilary revealed that her daughter had been in the emergency room, adding an emotional layer to her performance.