Hollywood has a colossal influence on a global scale and its grandeur would not have been what it is today without the contribution of women who have played pivotal and transformative roles in the industry. Even when the industry was falling apart during the SAG-AFTRA strikes, many women were actively involved in negotiations and also tried to navigate guild rules related to labor stoppages. 

Honoring them, Variety’s annual Power of Women event focuses on women in Hollywood and their impact on the industry. And much like every year, this year’s guests list had an extended line-up of A-listers, including the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle. 

Meghan Markle joins the red carpet of Variety’s Power of Woman 

Meghan Markle may have taken a departure from her acting career, but she has been a constant driving force in the Hollywood industry through her Archewell Productions. For Variety’s red carpet, Markle donned an elegant beige gown with a gracefully falling sleeve on one side. She complemented her look with clean minimalistic makeup and a sleek hairdo. The Duchess of Sussex accessorized her look with a small black clutch. Apart from Markle, celebrities like Billie Eilish and Margot Robbie were also in attendance. 

Billie Eilish opted for an all-black ensemble for the Power of Women event at Citizen News in LA on Thursday night. Meanwhile, Margot Robbie flaunted a brown off-the-shoulders gown on the red carpet. Majority of the celebrities, including Sofia Carson, Carey Mulligan, Tia Mowry, and Addison Rae, dressed in all-black attire for the event. For Meghan Markle, however, this was not the first time she received an honor for her impact as a woman. 

Earlier this year, Meghan Markle received an honorable award from the oldest and most notable foundation dedicated to women’s empowerment. 

The Duchess of Sussex does not need a crown to be a queen 

Meghan Markle has been a strong advocate for women’s empowerment all across the world. Whether it is through her charity initiatives or spreading menstrual hygiene awareness among young girls, Markle immensely contributed to the welfare of women. To acknowledge her efforts, Ms Foundation for Women honored Markle with the Women of Vision Award on the 16th of May, alongside LaTosha Brown, on behalf of “Gender and racial equity”

Ms Foundation for Women conducted this award ceremony just a few days after the coronation ceremony of King Charles. The award ceremony took place in New York in the Ziegfeld Ballroom. Post this, the Duke and Duchess even encountered a “near catastrophic” paparazzi car chase. Indeed, with her efforts, Markle shines brighter than ever. 

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