Thomas Markle Snr: How Meghan Markle's reclusive father helped propel her into the spotlight

Thomas Markle Snr worked long hours, but found time to take his daughter Meghan to ballet classes every Saturday
Thomas Markle Snr worked long hours, but found time to take his daughter Meghan to ballet classes every Saturday Credit: TIM STEWART NEWS LIMITED

Just days ahead of the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle it seems even Royal nuptials suffer last-minute setbacks, as  the bride-to-be has confirmed her father will no longer be able to attend the occasion.

In a statement issued through Kensington Palace, Meghan Markle said: "Sadly, my father will not be attending our wedding. I have always cared for my father and hope he can be given the space he needs to focus on his health.

Thomas Markle Snr underwent heart surgery on Wednesday, which he confirmed to TMZ had been completed later that day.

The news came two days after it emerged he had allegedly collaborated with the paparazzi on a series of staged photographs.

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