Meghan Markle reacts to "disturbing" child sex abuse accusations against estranged father

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Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has expressed concern over disturbing allegations that her estranged father, Thomas Markle, possessed images involving child sex abuse. The relationship between Meghan and her father has been tense for years, notably since he missed her wedding to Prince Harry in 2018.

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As of October 29, 2026, the Metropolitan Police announced they would refer allegations about Thomas Markle Sr. to overseas law enforcement agencies after a review found that serious accusations against him were not properly communicated when first received by British authorities in January 2018. These allegations include possession of child abuse images while living in the Philippines. Thomas Markle Jr., who had discovered and reported this material to the FBI, claims his father has an extensive collection of illegal images. The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, expressed deep distress over these reports and stated her thoughts are with any children potentially harmed by such actions. Buckingham Palace is reportedly concerned about potential new revelations from this review, given the close ties between the Royal Family and the controversy surrounding Thomas Markle Sr.'s allegations.

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For years, Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has had a strained relationship with her estranged father Thomas Markle.

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For years, Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has had a strained relationship with her estranged father Thomas Markle. asserted

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He did not attend her 2018 wedding to Prince Harry. asserted

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Now, Markle is publicly sharing her distress after allegations her father possessed images of child sexual abuse. asserted

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