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Oct 23, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET
Meghan says she is distressed by allegations against father
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Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, said Friday she was “deeply distressed” by allegations that her father, Thomas Markle, possessed child sexual abuse images. Reports say Markle is being investigated in the Philippines over the alleged possession; Meghan said she was informed of disturbing allegations in 2018.
WHO: Meghan, Duchess of Sussex
WHAT: Meghan said she was deeply distressed by allegations that her father possessed child sexual abuse images.
WHEN: Oct 23, 2026
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Reports that Thomas Markle was being investigated in the Philippines over alleged possession of child sexual abuse material prompted Meghan’s statement.
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