Back in 2018, it was reported that Kensington Palace was completely caught off guard when they were "blindsided" by Meghan Markle 's dad Thomas Markle. Thomas Markle Snr, who was 73 at the time, remained in North America while his daughter Meghan prepared for her wedding which would take place just mere days away. He had been expected to walk her down the aisle, but four days before the wedding it was claimed he no longer planned to give her away.
This bombshell came after Thomas admitted staging photos for the paparazzi amid reports he had suffered a heart attack. It was then claimed that the Royal Family was allegedly caught "flatfooted" when the news that he would not be attending broke, TMZ reported at the time. For all the latest on news, politics, sports, and showbiz from the USA, go to The Mirror US .
READ MORE: Royal rift has 'deepened' after Prince Harry's UK visit where King Charles was 'too busy' Meghan and her father Thomas have been estranged for many years ( Image: TIM STEWART NEWS LIMITED) The Palace had allegedly been planning a security detail, accommodation, and access to events for the father of the bride. At the time, Thomas claimed that he had not spoken to Meghan since reports emerged that he had decided not to attend the wedding. Mr Markle told TMZ he had been "popping Valium" to ease his chest pains after suffering a heart attack, brought on by emotional upset, and he could return to the hospital.
Reports suggested that some plans for the wedding were .
