Meghan Markle makes contact with ailing dad after 7-year estrangement

Two weeks ago, Meghan made a futile effort to reach her dad via e-mail but he reportedly no longer uses email, US Weekly reported. Photo: TNS

Following a seven-year estrangement, Meghan Markle has finally made contact with her ailing father.

The embattled Duchess of Sussex resorted to taking extra measures to reach Thomas Markle, following his public pleas. The 81-year-old reportedly underwent an emergency lower leg amputation on Dec 3 in the Philippines.