The Duchess of Sussex was born to Doria Ragland and Thomas Markle Sr.
Thomas has worked as a lighting director on shows like ‘Married With Children’, ‘The Facts of Life’, and ‘General Hospital’ etc.
In 2011, Thomas won the Emmy Award for Outstanding Achievement in Lighting Direction for a Drama Series for ‘General Hospital’.
Thomas’ relationship with Meghan has been troubled as he has been accused of staging pictures with the paps. He has also spoken out about Meghan to the media.
Thomas did not attend Meghan and Harry's wedding.
In 'Harry & Meghan', Meghan said: "“H and I called my dad. I said, ‘Look, they’re saying you’re taking money from the tabloids to stage photos. Is this true?’ He says no,” she recalled.
Despite her father denying it, Meghan said “I don’t believe him“.