Joel Rueben Madden is the lead vocalist for the American pop punk band Good Charlotte, as well as a record producer, actor, DJ, and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador. He was born on March 11, 1979 in Waldorf, Maryland, United States. The twin brother of musician Benji Madden, he is a part of a pop rock collaboration The Madden Brothers together with him. In 1995, he and Benji started their own band together with a friend. When it did not work out, they formed another band they called Good Charlotte among other members. These days, he is currently serving as one of the judges of the reality talent competition The Voice Australia.
Currently, he is happily married to actress Nicole Richie. They started seeing each other around 2004. In February 2010, they announced that they are engaged. They got married in December 2010. These days, they are happily living together with their kids Harlow Winter Kate Madden and parrow James Midnight Madden.
Previously, he is known to be dating teen idol Hilary Duff. They started dating in July 2004. They, however, broke up in November 2006.
Relationship History (2015 – aged 36)
Currently Spouse/Partner
Joel Madden is currently married to Nicole Richie.
Previous Spouse/Partner
Hilary Duff – (2004 – 2006)
Nicole Richie – (2006 – current)
Kids
Harlow Winter Kate Madden
parrow James Midnight Madden
Star Sign
Pisces
Net Worth
$16 Million