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In a world where mothers have become the unsung heroes behind our favorite celebrities, raising them to fame and fortune, Glamour magazine seemed to overlook one of the most visible mothers in the game—Doria Ragland, mother of Meghan Markle. While Tina Knowles, Donna Karan, Kelsey Grammer’s ex-wife Camille, Beyoncé, and Mandy Teefy all graced the magazine’s “Moms of the Year” cover for raising icons like Beyoncé, Salma Hayek, Billy Eilish, and Selena Gomez, does that really make them superior?
Let’s talk about Doria, the one and only mother to The Duchess herself. She’s often seen playing the supportive role of mother-in-law to Prince Harry, happily living in the limelight and radiating positive vibes. Just earlier this year, on a particularly glamorous day, Doria was flaunting a close bond with none other than Beyoncé’s mom, Tina Knowles. The two were practically best friends, snapping selfies at a star-studded bash hosted by the Sussexes for the Kinsey African American art and history collection in sunny Los Angeles. The dynamic duo posed for cameras with Doria’s arm wrapped around Tina, soaking in the atmosphere at an event celebrating the achievements of Black Americans.
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Meanwhile, there was Doria likely thinking she’d be a shoe-in for Glamour’s “Moms of the Year” list, having rubbed elbows with the elite. But not even the mother of a duchess could make the cut when the magazine was handing out accolades. In a world where turning 40 is more like a grand spectacle than a personal milestone, Doria’s supporting role has grown. Prince Harry is navigating this new chapter of his life and fame with all the finesse of a Broadway star. While most of us would be pondering retirement or an existential crisis at 40, Harry’s got paparazzi following him as he grapples with midlife and his identity, thanks to the ever-watchful public eye.
But who has been there for him through it all? None other than Doria Ragland—the woman who, unbeknownst to many, has become a guiding force in Harry’s tumultuous life. As Harry tiptoes into this new chapter of his post-royal career, Doria emerges as his personal guru. Can you imagine—one minute she’s simply Meghan’s mom, and the next, she’s the confidant to a prince, giving advice on speeches and guiding him through the labyrinth of celebrity chaos. Doria seems to have transformed from a background character into the star of the show. Who knew that the quiet mom from California would play such a pivotal role in Harry’s life?
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Let’s not forget Harry’s eyebrow-raising tattoo obtained during a visit to a New York City tattoo parlor. Was it a spontaneous whim, or was it inspired by Doria herself? Some speculate he may have been channeling his inner Doria while contemplating a permanent tribute to Meghan. In a world where so many celebrities are busy erasing reminders of their past, Harry is boldly embracing love through ink. It’s as if he’s saying, “Look at me, I’m committed.” Meanwhile, Doria is likely sitting back, chuckling at the fact that she has somehow become a tattoo muse.
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According to recent reports, the IRS now has over $4 million reasons to investigate and audit the Sussexes’ finances. It’s truly baffling how a woman who spent over a decade in federal prison for petty crimes like petty theft and credit card fraud is now advising Prince Harry, one of the most famous men in the world, on his life and career. It seems Doria was the perfect mother for Harry and Meghan, quietly guiding them from behind the scenes without any of the fanfare or magazine covers the “Moms of the Year” received. While Tina Knowles and others got their faces plastered all over Glamour, Doria remained silent—the puppet master quietly pulling the strings, all while flying under the radar of an obsessive public eye.
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So in summary—the audacity of Glamour magazine to overlook Doria Ragland and instead praise women who simply birthed already famous celebrities, while Doria herself raised Meghan and now advises Prince Harry, all without any scandal or wrongdoing. In this world obsessed with fame and celebrity, sometimes the most influential figures are the quiet ones working diligently behind the scenes. While Glamour awarded “Moms of the Year” to mothers of the rich and famous, the greatest "Mom of the Year" award should surely go to Doria Ragland—the ordinary woman who raised an extraordinary daughter and has now taken Prince Harry under her wing.
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