Thomas Markle

Thomas Markle is the estranged father of Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex. He is currently newsworthy due to recent reports of serious health issues. At 81 years old, he was hospitalized in the Philippines, where he resides with his son, after experiencing severe swelling and discoloration in one leg. He reportedly had his leg amputated due to complications. Following these reports, Meghan Markle has attempted to contact her father. The Mail on Sunday's US editor is reported to be a close friend of Thomas Markle. Additionally, reports suggest he has found love with a nurse 35 years his junior. His relationship with Meghan has been strained since before her marriage to Prince Harry in 2018, and this recent health crisis has brought renewed attention to their estrangement.