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Meghan Markle's mom Doria Ragland poses with Beyonce's mother Tina Knowles at LA art event also attended by loved-up Duke and Duchess of Sussex

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  • Doria Ragland and Tina Knowles met at bash in honor of The Kinsey African American Art and History Collection
  • Prince Harry and Meghan helped host the event at Sofi Stadium last month 

By Bethan Sexton For Dailymail.Com

Published: 04:29 BST, 3 April 2024 | Updated: 04:50 BST, 3 April 2024

Meghan Markle's mom Doria Ragland was seen posing up with Beyoncé's mother Tina Knowles at a star-studded event hosted by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

The couple helped throw the exclusive bash in honor of The Kinsey African American Art and History Collection last month.

On Tuesday, the Kinsley family shared snaps from the Los Angeles event, which showed a loved-up Harry and Meghan chatting with guests and enjoying the art.

Among the 'array of industry leaders' in attendance were also Ragland, 67, and Knowles, 70, who were photographed with their arms around each other. 

Guests were treated to a private tour of the exhibit at Sofi Stadium at Hollywood Park, followed by a moderated conversation with the Bernard, Shirley and Khalil Kinsley moderated by Christine Messineo, Director of Frieze LA and NY.

A-List Moms: Meghan Markle's mom Doria Ragland was seen posing up with Beyoncé's mother Tina Knowles at a star-studded event hosted by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex

Loved up: Harry and Meghan helped throw the exclusive bash in honor of The Kinsey African American Art and History Collection last month

Chic: Meghan opted for a structured black outfit with green floral accents for the occasion

Meghan opted for a chic, structured black outfit with green floral accents for the occasion, while Prince Harry donned a shirt and suit combo.

The couple were photographed embracing fellow hosts Bernard and Shirley Kinsley.

Another picture showed them beaming as they sat side by side during the talk on the history and significance of Black art.

While they were mingling, it appeared that Knowles and Ragland were becoming fast friends.

The interaction sent fans of both the Duchess of Sussex and Beyoncé wild as they praised the meeting the 'mothers of two iconic women'.

'Lovely that Beyoncé’s mother came to support Duchess Meghan Markle and Prince Harry host a special event,' one X user wrote.

'The coolest Grandmothers committee. Like hello! Tina Knowles and Doria Ragland,' another added.

While one person exclaimed: 'We got a picture of Doria Ragland and Tina Knowles, the mothers of mothers!' 

Hugs: The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were photographed embracing fellow hosts Bernard and Shirley Kinsley.

Mingling: Guests treated to a private tour of the exhibit at Sofi Stadium at Hollywood Park

Old friends: Meghan and Beyoncé's relationship dates back to the Cowboy Carter's Brits acceptance speech with husband Jay-Z in 2019

Ragland kept her look laidback in classic cream cardigan, while Knowles amped up the glam with a fitted black blazer and chunky belt. 

Meghan and Beyoncé's relationship dates back to the Cowboy Carter's Brits acceptance speech with husband Jay-Z in 2019 when the couple namechecked the Duchess of Sussex.

Since then, Meghan, her mom and Prince Harry have been spotted enjoying Beyoncé's Renaissance tour in LA last year from a private box. 

The trio reunited for the evening, which was brought together through a partnership between Harry and Meghan's Archewell Foundation and The Bernard and Shirley Kinsey Foundation for Art and Education. 

The Kinsey African American Art and History Collection is one of the 'largest and most comprehensive private collections of African American art and historical artifacts in the world'.

It spans from 1595 to present day including works by seminal artists including Jacob Lawrence, Alma Thomas, Ernie Barnes, Bisa Butler and many more. 

The award-winning collection is currently on view at the Holocaust Museum Houston through June 2024. 

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