Meghan Markle's Past Affection for Father Surfaces Amidst Netflix Documentary Claims
A look back at the Duchess of Sussex's previously expressed closeness to her father, Thomas Markle, contrasts with recent allegations.
The Duchess of Sussex once described herself as a "Daddy's Girl" to Netflix, a sentiment that resurfaces in light of allegations that the Metropolitan Police received a letter containing disturbing claims. Prior to the irreparable souring of their relationship, Meghan Markle frequently spoke of her father, Thomas Markle, with deep affection, often referring to herself as the apple of his eye.
In happier times, Thomas Markle was a supportive figure in his daughter's life. He accompanied her to tap-dancing and ballet classes, and their tradition afterward involved sharing a club sandwich and fruit smoothie. Meghan visited her father on set whenever she had the opportunity, even kissing the screen when his name appeared in the credits of a TV show on which he worked as a lighting director.
This past closeness is being re-examined following new attention on a letter where disturbing allegations were reportedly made. The timing of Meghan's statement to Netflix, four years after the Metropolitan Police received this letter, has drawn scrutiny.