Thomas Markle, estranged father of the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, has broken his silence on her first marriage to film producer Trevor Engelson.
In a candid conversation with the Daily Mail, the 79-year-old shared insights into the relationship and revealed his plans to leave the United States.
Meghan Markle and Trevor Engelson tied the knot in 2011 during a private ceremony in Jamaica, after dating for several years. Their union, however, was short-lived, ending in divorce in 2013 due to “irreconcilable differences.”
Reflecting on the relationship, Thomas Markle shared warm sentiments about Engelson. “I really liked Trevor,” he said, adding that he believed Engelson never fully understood why Meghan decided to end the marriage.
The remark sheds light on the private nature of Meghan’s decision, which has remained a topic of speculation.
Thomas Markle also expressed regret about his estranged relationship with Meghan, lamenting that he has never met his grandchildren, Archie and Lilibet. Despite repeated public appeals, reconciliation between father and daughter has remained elusive.
“I’ve tried to reach out, but there’s been no response. I’m at peace with the fact that I might never meet my grandchildren,” Thomas said, reflecting on the rift that has kept him distant from Meghan and her family.
Markle also disclosed his plans to leave the U.S. in search of “peace and kindness.” The retired lighting director is considering relocating to Southeast Asia, where he plans to live with his son, Thomas Markle Jr., with whom he maintains a close relationship.
“It’s time to move on,” he said. “I want to enjoy the time I have left somewhere that offers peace, with people who are kinder.”
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Markle’s decision comes as he continues to face public scrutiny for his outspoken remarks about Meghan and Prince Harry over the years.
Thomas Markle’s relationship with Meghan has been fraught with tension since her marriage to Prince Harry in 2018.
Their estrangement became public after he backed out of attending the royal wedding, citing health issues and controversies surrounding staged paparazzi photos.
Since then, the father-daughter relationship has grown more strained, with Markle often making public statements about their fallout.
The remarks about Trevor Engelson provide a rare glimpse into Meghan’s pre-royal life. Engelson, a successful producer, is best known for his work on films like Remember Me.
Despite their divorce, both Meghan and Engelson have moved on, with Engelson now married and raising his own family.
As Markle prepares to leave the U.S., his legacy remains entangled with the public narrative of Meghan’s rise to fame and her royal journey. His candid remarks and public appeals for reconciliation have painted a complex picture of a father struggling to reconnect with his daughter amidst the glare of media attention.
While the future of his relationship with Meghan remains uncertain, Thomas Markle’s latest revelations are a reminder of the personal struggles behind the public personas of the royal family.
