A lavish celebrity wedding reunites Good Charlotte
Good Charlotte’s return to the music scene after a long hiatus was marked by their extravagant gig in April 2023 at a lavish celebrity wedding. The pop-punk band, famous for upbeat, rebellious hits like “The Anthem” and “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous,” had not performed in four years. On this occasion, instead of a traditional club or festival show, they were the headline act at the wedding of Sofia Richie and Elliot Grainge at the exclusive Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc in the sunny south of France.
Sofia Richie, the daughter of renowned singer Lionel Richie, and Elliot Grainge, son of Universal Music Group Chairman Lucian Grainge, tied the knot in a ceremony that People magazine dubbed as raising the standard for celebrity weddings. Vogue even likened their nuptials to the year’s equivalent of a royal union. The event made waves in the fashion world, with Elle pointing out Sofia Richie’s wedding hair as the defining beauty moment of 2023.
Despite the opulence associated with the couple’s big day, Richie herself emphasized that, to her, it was all about family. Her wedding was a warm and intimate gathering. For this reason, choosing Good Charlotte to perform at the reception was an easy decision. With Joel Madden – the band’s lead singer and Richie’s brother-in-law, married to her sister Nicole since 2010 – at the helm, the band delivered a show-stopping performance that had everyone in attendance singing along. The energy in the room was electric as each guest sang along to every lyric.
Reflecting on that evening, Joel Madden remarked that performing at the wedding was one of the top highlights of his life. Formed by Joel and his twin brother Benji back in high school in Maryland, Good Charlotte’s triumphant return at such a high-profile event marked a joyous reunion for the band and their loyal fans alike.
The band’s performance at the wedding not only symbolized their comeback but also highlighted the lasting impact of their music across generations. While the venue and the occasion were glamorous, underneath it all was a celebration of love and unity, shared with close family and friends. Good Charlotte’s electric performance at Sofia Richie and Elliot Grainge’s wedding will be remembered as a defining moment, not just in the band’s career but also in the hearts of the bride and groom and all those present.