Thomas Markle

Last Updated On | 10 Dec 2025

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Meghan Markle makes contact with estranged father in hospital

Thomas Markle is reportedly seriously ill in the Philippines

It is understood Prince Harry's father-in-law Thomas Markle underwent surgery this week and was transferred to the intensive care unit

Meghan Markle has been estranged from her father, Thomas Markle, since 2018, when he staged paparazzi pictures before her wedding

The Duchess of Sussex's parents are Doria Ragland and Thomas Markle

The Duchess of Sussex's parents got married following a six-month romance

The Duchess of Sussex's mother was a boho bride when she married Thomas Markle in 1979

The Duchess of Sussex lived the first two years of her life in the San Fernando Valley

The Duchess of Sussex's father was due to visit during the Jubilee

The Duchess of Sussex lost contact with her father around the time of the royal wedding

What a sweet tradition!

Thomas has spoken out in a lengthy interview

The retired lighting director has not seen his daughter for months

It was worn by sports PR Johnno Spence

The couple married one month ago in May

Thomas Markle was unable to attend the wedding due to ill health

The 73-year-old has said he is honoured

The retired lighting director said on Monday that he will not attend

Meghan Markle's father reportedly confirmed the news to TMZ