Meghan Markle dazzles in diamonds and strapless gown for solo red carpet appearance at Hollywood gala

Meghan Markle dazzled during a solo red carpet appearance on Wednesday, as she supported her friend Tyler Perry at The Paley Honors gala in Beverly Hills. 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 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 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 his star-studded birthday bash with Oprah. It was so great' Sparkling around her neck was an exquisite diamond necklace She had a gold Cartier bracelet on her wrist She looked to be in great spirits, despite flying solo for the night Meghan flashed her megawatt smile She walked the red carpet solo before meeting up with Perry Her raven tresses were pulled up into a chic updo She wore delicate glam for the occasion A touch of mascara drew attention to her eyes Her stylish gown commanded attention on the red carpet It comes after Prince Harry revealed that he and Meghan have no plans to return to the United Kingdom The Sussexes have called Montecito, California home since the summer of 2020 - after they fled the UK and the Royal Family She laughed it up on the red carpet She waved to the cameras She further accessorized her diamond necklace with a number of rings 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 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' Meghan held hands with Perry as they greeted each other in front of the shutterbugs She shared a tender hug with the filmmaker 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.' The two had an enthusiastic chat The dynamic duo also posed with Maureen J. Reidy, President & CEO of The Paley Center for Media Maureen looked glamorous in a fiery red gown Perry was the recipient of the Paley Honors Award at the soirée The Six Triple Eight filmmaker looked dapper in a black tuxedo with a black button-up underneath While on the red carpet he 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 Her tresses were slicked back for the occasion Beyonce's mom, Tina Knowles, 70, made the event as well, rocking a black blazer dress Yvette Nicole Brown, 53, looked chic in a black velvet suit and matching heels Perry, Nicole Avant, Ted Sarandos, Co-CEO, Netflix, and Maureen 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.'