Meghan’s father will find relief after a grueling few months as plans are now underway to fit him with a prosthetic leg following emergency surgery.
His son, Thomas Markle Jr., has revealed that the next big milestone is mobility.
Intensive physiotherapy sessions are underway and the family is preparing for the fitting of an artificial limb.
Recently, the 81-year-old marked a small but meaningful step forward by changing from her hospital gown to everyday clothes for the first time since the operation.
He even joined other patients and staff for a Valentine’s Day lunch of red roses and chocolates, which he described as “fun.”
speaks to The email on Sunday, Markle Sr said he is slowly adjusting to his new reality.
Thomas Markle Sr. has been recovering in rehab after doctors were forced to amputate his left leg below the knee in December 2025.
The emergency procedure, which lasted three hours, came after a blood clot in his thigh cut off circulation to his foot
Physiotherapy remains a daily commitment, but he insists he is in good spirits and grateful for the care he is receiving.
Despite years of estrangement, Meghan reportedly contacted her father after the operation.
A spokesman for the Duchess of Sussex confirmed at the time that she had made contact following the life-saving procedure.
The 81-year-old has not seen her daughter since her wedding to Prince Harry in 2018.
