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Entertainment · October 25, 2026

Meghan Markle’s final message to dad Thomas before his child porn allegations revealed: report

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Recent reports indicate that Meghan Markle sent a final letter to her estranged father, Thomas Markle Sr., in December 2025 while he was hospitalized. The letter reportedly informed him that she was aware of allegations regarding his possession of child sex abuse material and stated that he would never meet his grandchildren, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. London's Metropolitan Police have confirmed they forwarded a letter to the Duchess regarding these allegations in 2018, which was shared with her by the Royalty and Specialist Protection unit. Thomas Markle Sr. is reportedly under investigation after his son allegedly submitted material to authorities.

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Reported by multiple outlets

  • Meghan Markle sent a letter to her father, Thomas Markle Sr., while he was hospitalized in 2025.
  • The letter stated that Thomas Sr. would never meet his grandchildren, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
  • The letter informed Thomas Sr. that Meghan was aware of allegations against him.
  • The Metropolitan Police confirmed they forwarded a letter about allegations against Thomas Sr. to Meghan.
  • Meghan and her father have been estranged since 2018.

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  • The letter was sent to Thomas Sr. in the Philippines following a leg amputation in December 2025.
  • Meghan reportedly coordinated with hospital staff to have Thomas Sr. sign a confirmation of receipt.
  • The New York Post reports that Thomas Sr. was allegedly videotaped while receiving and reading the letter.
  • Thomas Sr. is 82 years old and Meghan is 45.
  • The investigation began after Thomas Markle Jr. reportedly submitted a hidden horde of material to authorities.

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