Meghan Markle put on a dazzling display in an elegant black evening gown and $20,000 (£15,722) worth of accessories, as she took to the red carpet yesterday evening.
The Duchess of Sussex, 43, arrived at the The Paley Center to support her friend Tyler Perry at The Paley Honors gala in Beverley Hills.
She donned a custom strapless black evening gown from luxury label Oscar de la Renta, which featured a daring split.
The mother-of-two paired the outfit with a pair of simple yet classic custom heels from French label Celine for the occasion.
Meghan injected further glamour to her outfit with a exquisite diamond $14,000 (£10,990) Logan Hollowell tennis necklace, which she paired with rings by Lorraine Schwartz and Engender, according to Marie Claire.
The 43-year-old, who also sported her favourite $6,360 (£5,000) Cartier Love Bracelet, styled her glossy brunette tresses into her trademark low bun for the event.
Meghan added a sentimental eternity ring from Lorraine Schwartz to her ensemble, which was gifted to her by Prince Harry to celebrate a year of marriage. The stones on the gold band hold the birthstones of both Harry, Meghan and baby Archie’s feature on the underside of the ring, out of public view.
She chose a glamorous make up look for the occasion, complete with a touch of pink lip gloss.
Meghan Markle put on a dashing display in a black Oscar de la Renta gown as she attended The Paley Center for Media Hosts Paley Honors Fall Gala
The mother-of-two added further glamour into her outfit with a pair of classic Stuart Weitzman heels
Meghan and husband Prince Harry, 40, were part of the Tribute Host Committee Chairs for the event, though he was not present on the red carpet. Harry was in New York at the annual DealBook Summit, where he revealed that he and wife Meghan Markle have no plans to return to the UK with Archie and Lilibet.
He said said his focus was on “being the best husband and the best dad that I can be” – and claimed that due to security concerns in Britain there are things his two children ‘undoubtedly wouldn’t be able to do in the UK’.
Former Suits star Meghan was at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel to cheer on Perry, 55, as the Paley Center for Media honored the visionary director, actor and philanthropist with a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of his career. Perry was also the recipient of the Paley Honors Award at the soirée.
The actress and her husband have a close friendship with the billionaire filmmaker, who is the godfather of their three-year-old daughter, Lilibet.
In September, Meghan and Harry — who have reportedly taken a ‘twin track’ approach to public appearances, that will see them doing more things on their own rather than together — attended Perry’s star-studded birthday bash with Oprah.
Perry — who previously said Meghan treated him ‘like a therapist’ after quitting the royal family — also famously let the pair stay in his Santa Barbara home when they first moved to America.
The Six Triple Eight filmmaker looked dapper for the night, wearing a black tuxedo with a black button-up underneath.
While on the red carpet he and the 43-year-old royal shared a tender hug and chatted together.
Meghan Markle, 43, dazzled during a solo red carpet appearance on Wednesday, as she supported her friend Tyler Perry at The Paley Honors gala in Beverly Hills
The Duchess of Sussex attended the glamorous event without Prince Harry, who was in New York at the time
The Duchess of Sussex and husband Prince Harry, 40, were part of the Tribute Host Committee Chairs for the event, though he was not present on the red carpet
The actress wowed at the event, following reports that she and Harry have taken a ‘twin track’ approach to appearances that will see them doing more things on their own
The Suits star was there to cheer on Perry, 55, as the Paley Center for Media honored the visionary director, actor and philanthropist with a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of his career
He also posed with actress Tika Sumpter, 44, who thrilled in a silver gown. Actress Kerry Washington, 47, was also present to celebrate Perry, and looked stunning in a vibrant blue gown.
Beyonce’s mom, Tina Knowles, 70, made the event as well, rocking a black blazer dress. Meanwhile Yvette Nicole Brown, 53, looked chic in a black velvet suit and matching heels.
‘Throughout my career, I have strived to bring people together and to give a voice to those often underrepresented in media,’ Perry said in a statement after it was revealed he would be receiving the award.
‘Media has served as a vital platform for this mission, and I’m honored to receive this award from The Paley Center for Media, an organization that has dedicated itself to spotlighting the power and importance of media.’
Maureen J. Reidy, the President & CEO of The Paley Center for Media, shared: ‘Through his acclaimed and prolific body of work, Tyler Perry has solidified his place as one of media’s greatest and most impactful figures.’
‘With each new project, he continues to move our industry, and our culture, forward, and it is our great privilege to present Tyler with our highest honor, The Paley Honors Award.’
Other Tribute Host Committee Chairs at the event were Ariel Emanuel, Jon Feltheimer, Whoopi Goldberg, Taraji P. Henson, Matt Johnson, Jeffrey Katzenberg, Gayle King, Debra L. Lee, Mellody Hobson and George Lucas, Scott Mills, The Honorable Nicole Avant and Ted Sarandos, and Kerry Washington.
The Paley Center for Media called Perry ‘one of the most inspiring, versatile, prolific, and innovative creatives working in media today’ adding that ‘Over the course of his storied career, he has produced over 2,000 episodes of television, and directed, written, and produced 28 feature films.’
The royal injected further glamour to her stunning outfit with a classic £5,000 gold Cartier Love Bracelet
The mother-of-two appeared to be in great spirits at the Beverley Hills event, despite flying solo for the night
Meghan styled her sleek raven tresses into her chic updo for the glamorous event yesterday evening
She opted for a chic make up look for the occasion, with a touch of mascara drawing attention to her eyes
Her custom Oscar de la Renta black gown commanded attention on the red carpet on Wednesday evening
It comes after Prince Harry revealed that he and Meghan have no plans to return to the United Kingdom
The 43-year-old appeared in great spirits at the Beverley Hills event and laughed it up on the red carpet
The mother-of-two further accessorized her outfit with a Logan Hollowell diamond tennis necklace
The actress and her husband have a close friendship with the billionaire filmmaker, who is the godfather of their three-year-old daughter, Lilibet
In September, she and Harry attended Perry’s star-studded birthday bash with Oprah
Perry — who previously said Meghan treated him ‘like a therapist’ after quitting the royal family — also famously let the pair stay in his Santa Barbara home when they first moved to America
Back in 2020, after Harry and Meghan announced that they were saying goodbye to their royal duties and relocating to California, the couple, along with their then-one-year-old son, Archie, spent a few months living in Tyler’s Beverly Hills mansion
She added that he sent her a ‘note’ in which he said he ‘understood’ the intense pressure she was under, and encouraged her to reach out if she ever needed help
She soon began to open up to him about her struggles and the two grew close, despite them never even meeting in person
According to the outlet, Tyler offering his home to the pair ‘became, in many ways, the reason that Meghan and Harry started their new life in Southern California’
Meghan held hands with Perry as they greeted each other in front of the shutterbugs
Pictured: Meghan was seen leaving the Paley Honors Fall Gala honoring Tyler Perry at Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills
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Back in 2020, after Harry and Meghan announced that they were saying goodbye to their royal duties and relocating to California, the couple, along with their then-one-year-old son, Archie, spent a few months living in Tyler’s Beverly Hills mansion.
During an interview with The Cut in 2022, Meghan, spoke out about her bond with Tyler, explaining that he got in touch with her after she first wed Harry in 2018.
She added that he sent her a ‘note’ in which he said he ‘understood’ the intense pressure she was under, and encouraged her to reach out if she ever needed help.
She soon began to open up to him about her struggles and the two grew close, despite them never even meeting in person.
‘Sometimes, you can tell your life story to a stranger on a plane as opposed to some of the people that are closest to you,’ she told The Cut.
According to the outlet, Tyler offering his home to the pair ‘became, in many ways, the reason that Meghan and Harry started their new life in Southern California.’
Meanwhile Perry previously shared about his friendship with the royal couple: ‘They hid out at my house for a long time. It was so great.’
The Hollywood titan revealed that the duo had previously shared the same publicist whom he used to deliver a message of support.
‘I sent them a note… and just said, “If you ever need anything, I’m here,” and she called months later and just talked to me like I was a therapist and we just had a great conversation.’