Meghan Markle's estranged dad 'had fall in days before stroke' and 'now unable to speak'

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will be receiving taxpayer-funded security in London for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Weekend, as it turns out.

Meghan Markle was seemingly 'told off' by Prince Harry during their last appearance at Trooping the Colour.The couple, who have lived in California since 2020, will be making their first public outing together in the UK for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, reports the Daily Star. It will also be the first time their daughter, 11 month old Lilibet, will meet her great grandmother Queen Elizabeth II. Naturally, we can't fail to mention that the scheduled long weekend of celebratory events will also mark Harry and Meghan's first public UK appearance since their explosive tell-all interview with Oprah Winfrey.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations.Highly-trained armed officers from the SEG accompany members of the royal family to official functions within the UK, helping to block junctions and control traffic to allow the convoy to make steady progress and avoid presenting a stationary target to would-be attackers. On a forum about the Honda CBF1000 - a motorbike commonly used by the force's motorcycle outriders - one user commented how whistles seem to be the best way to get the attention of drivers and pedestrians.A member replied: "I spent a long time in the Met Police, most of it on Traffic Division (and did a fair few escorts too).

Meghan Markle's upcoming visit ahead of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations, kicking off on Thursday, June 2. Meghan and Prince Harry are to return to his home country with their two children, Archie Harrison and Lilibet Diana to celebrate the Queen's 70 years on the throne.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are said to have been granted specialist police protection during their trip to the UK for the Queen’s jubilee. The pair are set to arrive in England today, Wednesday June 1, with almost-three year old son Archie, and 11 month old Lilibet.This will be Lilibet’s first time on British soil, meaning she's never met her grandfather Prince Charles, or Her Majesty The Queen.

Meghan Markle has come under fire for choosing to fly to Texas to appear at a memorial for the Uvalde school shooting, rather than visit her sick dad.The Duchess, 40, placed a bouquet of white roses at the memorial outside of Robb Primary School where 21 people including 19 children were gunned down.Just two hours away, her dad Thomas, 77, was laid in a hospital bed after suffering a major stroke.Meghan's older sister Samantha has also revealed that Thomas's condition has left him unable to speak but his youngest daughter, Meghan, has made no contact with him.Speaking about the news, Meghan's former pal Lizzie Cundy, 54, exclusively told Daily Star: "I think it's really sad that Meghan couldn't go and see her father when she was just a couple of hours away."Whatever happens, all families have problems but when something like that happens, you go to their side, whatever, it's blood – it's family."He did bring her up, I think it's very sad that she can be having a photo opportunity at the school shooting when only two hours down the road is her father."The television presenter continued: "I find it in my eyes and in many others, it's the wrong thing to do."Could she not take a leaf out of the Queen's book and see how one should behave, as to not visit her father, at the end of the day, he's had a major stroke."Could she not find it in her heart to just forgive him and go and see him? Yet she travelled all that way?"Meanwhile, Meghan's sister Samantha issued a plea to Prince Harry's wife, exclusively via the Daily Star in the form of writing on a banana.Meghan wrote phrases including "you are brave" and "you are strong" on the yellow fruit during a visit to the One25 charity in Bristol, which delivered food packages to sex

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could be looking to have baby Lilibet christened during the Queen's Platinum Jubilee weekend. Prince Harry's second child is due to turn 1 on Saturday (June 5) and there are fears that a surprise event may be created during a hectic schedule for her majesty.Discussing the potential event on GB News, Presenter Isabel Webster stressed that the rumours were not "backed up by anyone official".She said: "I have heard a rumour that it is Lilibet's first birthday, isn't it on Saturday, they might try and get her christened whilst they're over in the UK."And some suggestion that if Her Majesty is free on Sunday who knows it's not confirmed it is pure tittle-tattle but that was a rumour I heard."Speculation about lil' Lilibet's christening has been rife since she arrived in the world in June 2021.

All eyes will be on the Duke and Duchess of Sussex as they travel across the pond for the queen’s Platinum Jubilee. In May, a spokesperson for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle confirmed that they’ll be heading to the UK with their son Archie and daughter Lilibet for the celebrations.The trip will mark the first time Lilibet, who was born in California a year ago, is in her father’s homeland. She will likely even celebrate her first birthday — June 4 — during the voyage.

Despite stepping away from royal duties, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are expected to join the Queen for a Platinum Jubilee service at St Paul's Cathedral on June 3. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to fly over from their home in California with their two children, Archie, three, and Lilibet, eleven months, to attend the celebrations, marking the first time they have travelled to the UK as a family of four.

Princess Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank have a new life in Portugal after the family of three moved abroad for Jack's job. Together with their one-year-old son August, the trio will reportedly split their time between a luxury resort just south of Lisbon and a house on the Windsor estate in London. They recently gave up their lease on Frogmore Cottage, which Harry and Meghan Markle have just renewed as their UK home despite living in California, reports The Sun.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex looked just like any other couple in love when they were seen kissing at a polo match. But Meghan appears to be the one who is “in control” of the relationship, according to our expert – and is displaying “over-possessive and maternal” behaviour with Prince Harry. Meghan, 40, was snapped grabbing at her husband’s face before planting a kiss on his lips while she presented his winning team with their prizes at the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club near their mansion in Montecito, California.

Meghan Markle appeared to make a big error during her last appearance at Trooping the Colour – forcing Prince Harry to "tell her off". The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will make their first public appearance in the UK since their explosive interview with Oprah Winfrey last year for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.But, along with Prince Andrew, they will not appear on the iconic Buckingham Palace balcony for Trooping the Colour on June 2 as they are not working members of the Royal Family.The event marks monarch's official birthday and is one of the showpiece moments of the four-day celebrations taking place next week.And perhaps Meghan isn't too bothered about skipping the event, given the media furore that was sparked after fans claimed she made a "mistake" during her last Trooping the Colour appearance in 2019.A video from the balcony showed Harry looking backwards and appearing to speak to someone off camera.The Duchess of Sussex then turned around and appeared to say something to her husband.He then muttered something to her before she returned to face the ground.Seconds later, she turned back again before Harry seemed to tell her to “turn around”.Lip reader Tina Lannin confirmed the message, claiming the prince said: "No he hasn't.

The Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations are set to start on Thursday 2 June, meaning Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's arrival in the UK is imminent.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to fly over to London from their home in California with their two children, Archie, three, and Lilibet, eleven months, to attend the celebrations, marking the first time they have travelled to the UK as a family of four. Meghan, 40, and Harry, 37, are believed to be staying at their former home of Frogmore Cottage in Windsor during their visit, according to the Daily Mail, with current tenants Princess Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank having reportedly headed to Portugal.

Meghan Markle the way the Duchess of Sussex had previously told in an interview. According to Prince Harry’s wife, 40, she met the television host during a visit to an animal shelter where they crossed paths.She explained how Ellen helped her pick her dog Bogart, who is a Labrador-shepherd mix.Meghan had been cuddling a dog when Ellen showed up at the shelter with wife Portia de Rossi.The Suits actress said: "Now, I don't know her, but Ellen goes 'Is that your dog?'"And I said, 'No,' and she's like, 'You have to take that dog.' And I said, 'Well, I'm deciding.' And she's like, 'Rescue the dog!'"It's sort of like if Oprah tells you to do something.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle is at an all-time low, according to a new poll.Polling experts YouGov asked 1,692 UK adults whether they felt positively or negatively about all the Royals.And the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's popularity has sunk dramatically ahead of the Queen's Jubilee weekend celebrations.While the couple will be in the UK for the events, they are unable to take part officially as they are no longer classed as working royals. And while eight in 10 people have a positive view of the Queen, her grandson Prince Harry holds a net score of -26, compared to -25 in March.

It has been confirmed that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry will be in town for Queen Elizabeth‘s Platinum Jubilee this week in England.

Duchess of Sussex and Victoria Beckham are noted separately for their impeccable style and taste so when we discovered that the firm friends have adored the same home fragrance product since before they ever met, we had to take a closer look.SEE: David and Victoria Beckham plot major change to £6million Cotswolds homeIf you already scent your home with Diptyque's best selling 'Figuier' candle then you are already experiencing the same divine and comforting fragrance which is enjoyed by Meghan and Prince Harry in their homes and has been named the signature scent that Victoria has raved about being showered with compliments. She has chosen the candles for her finely honed work and personal spaces.WATCH: See Inside The Beckhams' Stunning Homes Meghan once proudly posted a photograph of her beautiful Canadian home before she married Harry and her Diptyque Figuier candle took pride of place in her entrance hall.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Netflix crew have faced the ultimate royal snub after not being given accreditation for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations this weekend.Sources claim that crew following the Duke and Duchess of Sussex will be faced with some stern words if they attempt to film during their upcoming trip to the UK.The warning comes as Meghan and Harry prepare for their first public visit to the UK together since they stepped down as senior working royals in January 2020.Since then, they've signed a multi-million dollar deal with the streaming giant and are reportedly filming their own fly-on-the-wall show.Sources have now told The Telegraph that should the crew attempt to film the Sussexes from public areas, they will be "moved on".Media from around the globe will be flocking to Buckingham Palace and other significant locations across London for the upcoming celebrations, celebrating 70 years of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth being on the throne.Film crews and photographers will be waiting to snap glimpses of the Queen and other members of the British Royal Family at places such as Buckingham Palace, St Paul's Cathedral and the Trooping The Colour pageant.But, Netflix crews are allowed to travel to public spots along with the millions of well wishes, stewards will instantly ask them to move should they attempt to put any filming gear up.While they are returning to England for the celebrations, Harry and Meghan faced a blow from the Queen who shunned them from the famous Buckingham Palace appearance.After "careful consideration", the Monarch announced only senior working members of the House of Windsor will have their "balcony moment" on Thursday, June 2.Joining the Queen on the balcony for Trooping

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle ahave been told they must accept their role on the sidelines of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee as it is 'not about them'.The Sussexes are due to fly into the UK for their first joint visit since leaving the firm in 2020 this week to join in with Her Majesty's 70-year celebrations.However, in a desperate open letter to the pair, prominent Royal photographer Arthur Edwards has begged them to take a back seat.Writing in the Sun, Mr Edwards said: "Dear Harry and Meghan."I am sure you are both already aware, this week’s historic Bank Holiday celebrations is all about commemorating Queen Elizabeth’s remarkable reign."And, with respect, it is not about the pair of you."Find out everything you need to know about the Platinum Jubilee by clicking hereIn a measured attack on the pair's past love of the spotlight, Mr Edwards continued to state that the pair missing the trooping of the colour balcony display would be hard for them but is a decision they should have expected and respect.He also demanded they leave their "Netflix crew behind and allow the Queen to take centre stage."He concluded: "Please, Harry and Meghan, don’t let Her Majesty down and, for once, take a back seat. Let the real star of the Jubilee shine."Meghan and Harry's public appearances at the Jubilee Celebrations are thought to be few and far between.The Royal couple are set to attend a service at St Paul's Cathedral, as well as some other minor charity events, though this is not yet confirmed.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have renewed lease at Frogmore Cottage where they will stay this week for Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee, a Royal source tells ET.The source says that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have quietly renewed their lease at Frogmore Cottage, where they briefly lived after getting married.Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank had been using the premises while Harry and Meghan live in California, but have now left the property, according to the source. The Sussexes will stay at their home when they return for Platinum Jubilee celebrations this week.The move will renew speculation on whether Harry and Meghan intend to spend more time in the UK as the Queen gets older.

Meghan Markle's sister Samantha has pleaded with the former Suits actress via a banana to make contact with their dad who recently suffered a stroke.Former Hollywood lighting director Thomas Markle has been left unable to speak but is surrounded by his son, Thomas, 24 hours per day.Now Samantha has issued a plea to her sister exclusively via the Daily Star after the bold image of Meghan writing messages on bananas to sex workers.Meghan wrote phrases including "you are brave" and "you are strong" on the yellow fruit during a visit to the One25 charity in Bristol, which delivered food packages to sex workers.Now, Samantha has used the same tactic and hopes that by writing on a banana, she can grab the attention of her younger sister.She penned: "Call dad" on the bright yellow fruit in a picture exclusively given to the Daily Star.Despite claims Meghan has attempted to contact Thomas, Samantha instantly shut these down, saying: "My brother and I know up to the minute, we're in contact 20-25 times a day and my brother is with dad."She has not reached out to dad, his phone number has not changed, Tom is with my dad around the clock."I talk to my dad by text and talk to Tom 20 times a day, there has been no reach out an effort from Meghan whatsoever – not true at all."All things considered, there has been nothing stopping her, PR pieces said she wanted to reach out privately, without her siblings being in the way."Reflecting on Meghan's bold claim, Samantha said: "That's funny because she told Oprah she had no siblings, so there's a paradox.