Meghan Markle’s estranged father Thomas reveals he is moving to Asia – and fears he will never meet his grandchildren
It comes as the Duchess of Sussex, 43, launched her show With Love, Meghan
MEGHAN Markle’s estranged father Thomas has revealed he is quitting America – and fears he will never meet his grandchildren.
The esteemed former lighting director has plans to relocate this year to spend his time with “kinder people”, possibly in South East Asia.
It comes as the Duchess of Sussex, 43, launched her show With Love, Meghan and posted a cryptic video marking 2025 signifying a fresh start.
Thomas, 80, who has suffered with ill-health including two heart attacks and a stroke, told the Mail he will be leaving his California home after 10 years.
The pensioner, who previously lived in Mexico for 10 years, said: “I am ready for a change. I have felt stuck in a rut for some time and I am ready to meet new people and experience kindness.”
His home, just 250 miles away from Meghan, was filled with pictures and accolades of his daughter – who he affectionately dubs “Megsy”.
He also watched the wedding of Meghan and Harry from a £23-a-night Airbnb in the country.
Thomas also spoke about the Duchess’ first husband, Trevor Engelson, who he said he “really liked”.
She divorced the Hollywood producer just two years before being introduced to Harry through mutual friends.
Thomas claimed he didn’t think Trevor “ever understood” why she ended the marriage.
Thinking ahead, the father-of-three confessed he has resigned himself to the fact he will most likely never meet Archie, five, or Lilibet, three.
But, the grandfather is looking forward to travelling with his son and Meghan’s half brother, Thomas Jr, who he has a good relationship with.
He said “it’s time to move on” and “enjoy the time I have left” somewhere that offers “peace”.
The Duchess’ estranged father also admitted while he doesn’t like some of Meghan’s behaviour, his “door is always open”.
Thomas has been estranged from his daughter since suffering two heart attacks on the eve of her wedding to Harry.
The pensioner was unable to walk her down the aisle, and they’ve not been in contact since.
Further turmoil between the pair erupted after Thomas posed for paparazzi pictures ahead of Harry and Meghan tying the knot.
However, Meghan has previously shared the hurt and “betrayal she felt” by her father.
She opened up about her relationship with her estranged dad and said she was left feeling crushed when he lied to her about not talking to the media.
In her sensational interview with Oprah in 2021, Meghan said: “I’m trying to decide if I’m comfortable even talking about that.
“It was… if we were going to use the word betrayal.”
It comes as fans have accused Meghan of copying recipes and Princess Kate’s beekeeping in her new Netflix show.
The Duchess of Sussex gave fans an insight into With Love, Meghan, which airs on January 15, in a new trailer this week.
A montage of various clips in the nearly two minute video showed Meghan walking through vegetable patches and fields.
She was also filmed browsing florists and hand selecting beautiful flowers for table arrangements, showing off her creative side.
The Duchess even tried her hand at beekeeping, fully suited up, as she collected honey.
In the exciting new trailer, Meghan shared: “I’ve always loved taking something pretty ordinary and elevating it.
“Surprising people with moments that let them know I was really thinking of them.
“I’m going to share some little tips and tricks. I see what colour I gravitate to, and everything goes from there. And how you incorporate these practices every day.
“This is about connecting with friends.. I love that we’re doing this together for the first time. Making new friends.. and just learning.
“We’re not in the pursuit of perfection. We’re in the pursuit of joy. I have to get it totally wrong, to get it totally right.”
But eagle-eyed viewers have already pointed out a number of uncanny similarities to old recipes and shows following the trailer’s release.
Many online believed that the style of the Netflix release was far too similar to others in what has been branded a “copycat” move.
And Meghan’s beekeeping was noted for also being one of Princess Kate’s favourite hobbies.
Some fans are even drawing comparisons between Meghan’s show and Emma’s Kitchen, a YouTube series hosted by Celebrity MasterChef star Emma Weymouth, Marchioness of Bath.
