**Meghan Markle’s Alleged Encounter with Prince Andrew Sparks Controversy**

Thomas Markle recently shared a photo that he claims depicts his daughter, Meghan Markle, alongside Prince Andrew in Phuket, Thailand, prior to her marriage to Prince Harry.

The image, captured in 2001, features Markle and Andrew seated together at a table, with Markle dressed in a bikini and Andrew in swimwear, both sharing smiles and laughter.

According to Maxwell Biographer, Meghan Markle was reportedly brought to a renowned yacht party in Phuket by Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.

Various photos from the yacht gathering have surfaced, suggesting Meghan's presence.

Despite Markle's denial of ever meeting Andrew in Phuket, Ghislaine Maxwell's biographer, Kirby Summers, has verified the authenticity of the photo, sparking inquiries into Markle's association with Andrew.

Speculations have emerged regarding the nature of Markle's relationship with Prince Andrew, with some suggesting the possibility of an affair between the two.

Reports from January 2020 on the British Steeple Times website revealed that Meghan had encountered Andrew before meeting Harry, allegedly having a connection with Jeffrey Epstein, a friend of Andrew's at the time.

Kirby, the author of Ghislaine Maxwell's autobiography, shared a 36-minute video featuring discussions with an ex-girlfriend of American billionaire Epstein, exploring the connections among Meghan, Prince Andrew, Jeffrey Epstein, and Ghislaine Maxwell.

Kirby hinted at the involvement of Markle's then-best friend, Marcus Anderson, introducing her to various individuals as early as 2001.

The authors presented evidence indicating Meghan's invitation to Yachting Week 2016 in Croatia by a man named Adam Horn.

The event, labeled as the city of Sodom and Gomorrah at sea by GQ magazine in 2015, remains shrouded in mystery regarding Meghan's participation.

Rumors circulating on Twitter suggest parallels between the influences on the Duchess of Sussex and those surrounding Jeffrey Epstein.

Contrary to Markle's claim of limited knowledge about the royal family before meeting them, Prince Harry disclosed details of Meghan's initial encounters with the royal family in his autobiography Spare.

During Meghan's introduction to the royals in October 2016, Harry recounted a comical incident where Meghan mistook Prince Andrew for the Queen's personal assistant.

The amusing anecdote involved Meghan receiving guidance on royal etiquette, including how to curtsy, from Sarah Ferguson and Prince Harry before realizing Andrew's true identity during a family gathering at Royal Lodge.

Harry's candid revelations shed light on Meghan's journey into the intricate world of British royalty, showcasing both her endearing innocence and the challenges she faced navigating royal protocols and traditions.

The unfolding saga of Meghan Markle's past interactions and potential entanglements continues to captivate public interest and fuel ongoing debates surrounding her association with Prince Andrew and the shadowy figures of Epstein and Maxwell.