Meghan Markle’s friends can’t stop gushing over her, and for good reason. On the heels of one of Meghan’s pals giving her and Prince Harry the biggest parenting compliment (noting that Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet are “so well-mannered”), the duchess and her best friend, Kelly McKee Zajfen, put on the sweetest display of girlhood at the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Gala. And Zajfen made sure to show even more love and appreciation for her royal bestie afterwards.
While posing for photos on the red carpet, the American Riviera Orchard founder turned around with the biggest smile when she saw Zajfen behind her. Meghan and Zajfen joined hands and smiled wide for some snaps together; the duchess even grabbed Zajfen with both hands and pulled her in closer at one point.
Zajfen, who is the co-founder of Alliance of Moms, an ACR board member, and a heart ambassador to Children’s Hospital LA, shared one of the adorable photos from the fundraiser to Instagram.
“I was also beyond grateful to share in this beautiful evening with one of my closest friends. Meg, your commitment to supporting Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and community is truly inspiring. I’m so grateful to have you by my side. ❤️🩹,” she wrote in the caption.
They each brought their own sartorial flair to the event, with Zajfen looking like a fairy in a pale-purple ruffled gown, strappy black heels, a grape-colored clutch, and diamond chandelier earrings.
Meanwhile, the Suits alum stepped out in what might be one of her boldest looks, ever: a bright-red Carolina Herrera gown. The statement-making centerpiece featured a halter neckline that plunged into a daring V-cut and a soaring thigh-high slit.
Meghan paired the sexy number with matching strappy stiletto heels, styled her chestnut-colored locks in soft waves with a middle part, and glammed up with glowy, natural-looking makeup.