Serious allegations have emerged regarding Meghan Markle's father, with whom the duchess severed ties by letter a year ago.

Serious allegations have emerged against Meghan Markle's father, Thomas Markle, regarding child molestation. Meghan severed ties with him in 2018 and informed him of the allegations in a letter. Reports indicate that in 2019, British police were alerted to child sexual abuse images found at Thomas's former home in the Philippines, reportedly discovered by his son, Thomas Markle Jr. The FBI is also aware of the accusations. Meghan expressed her shock at the news and explained her reasons for cutting off contact with her father. Thomas admitted to paying for sexual services but denied any wrongdoing involving minors. He currently resides in a rehabilitation center in Florida after health issues.