Alright, let’s talk about something truly fascinating. As the world gears up for the royal wedding of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, there’s one question lingering in everyone’s mind: Will Meghan’s father, Thomas Markle, be there to walk her down the aisle? Believe it or not, Prince Harry hasn’t even met Meghan’s dad yet. Thomas, a retired Emmy-winning lighting director, is living a quiet life in Mexico. To date, it’s still unclear whether Meghan’s dad will attend the wedding, set to take place on May 19.
Now, here's the scoop. Sources close to the couple have revealed to Life & Style that Meghan is determined to have her dad play a pivotal role in her special day. Despite any past issues, Meghan’s love for her father remains unwavering. “Everyone has their own challenges and imperfections,” a close friend said. “But Meghan loves her dad just the same. She’s made it clear to Harry that she wants her dad to walk her down the aisle. And guess what? Harry is fully supportive and will back Meghan’s wishes, even if the royal palace isn’t thrilled with the idea.”
The Inside Story: What Meghan's Half-Brother Says
In the newly released book, Meghan: A Hollywood Princess, Meghan’s half-brother, Thomas Markle Jr., shares some interesting insights. According to him, their dad is both proud and terrified at the thought of walking Meghan down the aisle. “I know how proud he will be to take her arm and walk her down the aisle,” Thomas Jr. said, as reported by the Daily Mail. “But I also know how terrified he will be. If he doesn’t attend, he will regret it for the rest of his life. He’s not just representing our family; he’s representing America on a global stage.”
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Thomas Markle Sr.: Overjoyed Yet Nervous
Despite his fear, Thomas Sr. is reportedly overjoyed at the prospect of standing by his daughter on her big day. A source told The Sun, “Thomas Sr. is thrilled to be by his little girl’s side as she becomes a princess. Even if it means battling his own personal challenges, nothing will stop him from having Meghan on his arm for the big day. He’s not exactly thrilled about the media spotlight, but he’s determined to make it happen.”
A Look at Thomas Markle's Past
Thomas Markle has had his share of ups and downs. He filed for bankruptcy in 2016 and faced four tax liens over a 19-year period. He’s also been married and divorced twice, which adds another layer of complexity to his life. Yet, despite his private lifestyle, it seems he’s ready to step into the spotlight for his daughter's special moment.
Shortly after their engagement, Meghan confirmed that Harry hadn’t met her dad face-to-face yet, but they’ve spoken on the phone. “He’s talked to my dad a few times, but they haven’t met in person yet,” Meghan revealed. But here’s the thing—Meghan, who’s 36, is confident that Harry, 33, will adore her dad just as much as she does. In a heartfelt Father’s Day post on Instagram last year, Meghan wrote, “I’m still your buckaroo. To this day, your hugs are still the very best in the whole wide world. Thanks for my work ethic, my love of Busby Berkeley films and club sandwiches, for teaching me the importance of handwritten thank-you notes, and for giving me that signature Markle nose.” We can’t wait to see if Thomas makes his first trip to England to give his daughter away next month!
