Overview
- Thomas Markle, 81, remains in a Cebu hospital after a life‑saving operation that removed part of his left leg because of a large blood clot, with another procedure reportedly being prepared.
- A spokesperson for the Duchess of Sussex says Meghan attempted to contact her father after learning of his hospitalization.
- Thomas Markle and hospital staff say they received no call or message, and the Mail on Sunday reports an email was sent to an address he has not used for at least five years.
- From his hospital bed, Markle appealed to see his daughter “before I die” and voiced a wish to meet grandchildren Archie, 6, and Lilibet, 4.
- Reports state he was admitted on December 2 and underwent emergency surgery the next day, and his condition is described as serious with some stability reported by media.