Thomas Markle, the estranged father of Meghan Markle, recently celebrated his 80th birthday and received over £40,000 through a GoFundMe campaign initiated by British aristocrat Lady Colin Campbell. The fundraiser was created to highlight Markle's generosity and to show him support after being largely abandoned by his daughter since 2018, particularly following a scandal involving staged paparazzi photos before her wedding. Lady Colin described Thomas as a decent man deserving of acknowledgment and care, especially as he faces health challenges. Despite his estrangement, Thomas expressed a desire to reconnect with Meghan and meet his grandchildren. Critics of Meghan have described her treatment of her father as ungrateful, emphasizing the emotional toll on Thomas. The campaign aims to remind him that there are still people who appreciate his kindness and values.