Hilary Duff Joins Good Charlotte Onstage for ‘The Anthem’ During MSG Concert
Hilary Duff, currently on her global Lucky Me Tour, made a surprise appearance at Madison Square Garden to perform “The Anthem” alongside Good Charlotte. The former Lizzie McGuire star joined the pop-punk band for the fan-favorite track during their set. The collaboration delighted fans at the iconic New York venue.
The surprise performance occurred during her July 5th show at the famed arena, part of her ongoing world tour. The Madden brothers joined her ensemble to deliver the energetic 2002 single, delighting attendees with a nostalgic throwback.
This tour supports her first album in over a decade, released earlier this year. After the New York dates, the schedule moves to the United Kingdom, with a final stop scheduled in Mexico City in February 2027.
This nostalgic crossover could attract a wider audience to both acts, potentially boosting streams and ticket sales for Duff's ongoing tour. It may also spark renewed interest in early-2000s pop-punk among younger listeners who discover the collaboration online. Such high-profile guest spots often generate significant social media engagement, which could help sustain the momentum of her musical comeback and bridge generational fanbases.