The Duchess of Sussex has reached out after Mr Markle reportedly had life-saving surgery (Image: PA Archive/PA Images)

The Duchess of Sussex has "reached out" to her estranged father Thomas Markle after reports he had his leg amputated following surgery in the Philippines. Meghan has been estranged from her father since her 2018 wedding when he was caught staging paparazzi photos in the run-up to the big day.

A spokesperson for the Duchess of Sussex issued the confirmation about the development that is understood to have only just happened. They said: "I can confirm she has reached out to her father."

No further details have been released, including whether or not Meghan's attempt was successful.

Meghan is said to have previously tried to reach out to him in the past.

Mr Markle, who

See Full Page