'Emotional' Meghan Markle father wants to meet Archie, Lilibet after surgery

Meghan Markle’s father Thomas Markle, who has undergone major surgery to amputate his left leg and is currently in intensive care, got emotional as he wants to meet his grandchildren Archie and Lilibet.

Speaking to the Daily Mail on Saturday, Thomas shared that he does not want to die estranged from his daughter Meghan as he is open to reconciling with her.

Meghan’s father is recovering in intensive care in the Philippines after a blood clot reportedly cut off circulation and required a life-saving procedure.

Thomas Markle said, "I've always said I am open to reconciling with my daughter. I have never stopped loving her. I don't want to die estranged from Meghan. I want to meet my grandkids. It might be nice to meet her husband too."

He further said, "Of course I want to speak to her but I am not sure if these are the right circumstances.”

Meghan and her father have not spoken since her wedding to Harry in 2018.

Meanwhile, the People quoted Meghan’s spokesperson as saying after Thomas Markle’s surgery: “I can confirm she has reached out to her father."

Meghan’s spokesperson did not provide further details, however, the outlet, citing the source notes that the outreach from the duchess is very recent, following the reports of her father's medical emergency.

As per media reports, Thomas relocated to the Philippines earlier this year from his previous home in Rosarito, Mexico.

Moreover, Thomas Markle Jr. told the Daily Mail that his father remains in an intensive care ward and that “the next two or three days are critical” as doctors monitor for possible infection.