Meghan Markle Reportedly "In Bits" as Estranged Father Denies Shocking Allegations

Meghan Markle is reportedly leaning hard on her inner circle this week after allegations from her half-brother, Thomas Markle Jr., about their father’s home in the Philippines. Thomas Markle Sr., 82, has denied the claims, calling them“sick lies.”Meghan, who has been estranged from her father since 2018, released a statement saying she is“deeply distressed”and that her thoughts are with any children who may have been harmed.

According to Hello! royal editor Emily Nash, people close to Meghan say she’s“been in bits,”and friends are checking in on her daily. The Duchess, 45, is not accused of any wrongdoing. The story is centered on allegations involving her father, from whom she has been separated for years, which makes the public scrutiny feel especially unfair to many observers.

It’s a reminder that estrangement doesn’t always mean escape. Sometimes family news finds you anyway, and the internet has opinions about it. So we want to hear from you: have you ever been pulled into drama with a relative you no longer speak to? Drop your story in the comments.