Thomas Markle has slapped down a claim from Meghan's sister that he is trapped in the Philippines. It comes after Samantha Markle took to social media on Tuesday to allege that Thomas, 81, was "stuck on the 19th floor of a building in the Philippines after a massive earthquake". At the time, Samantha continued to tell her X followers that "he can't walk and he is trapped". Thomas Markle slaps down claim from Meghan's sister that he is trapped in Philippines | GB NEWS / ITVTRENDING Stories Videos Your Say She said: "I wish to extend our deep gratitude to everyone expressing concern about my father. Thomas Markle is an Emmy-winning lighting director | ITVHowever, Thomas has spoken to TMZ, alleging he is safe in his hotel room, and in no way "trapped" and "unable to walk" as his daughter claimed.