Samantha Markle is an American writer, model, and mental health adviser best known as the half-sister of Meghan Markle, an American actress and media personality.
Moreover, she has recently been in the headlines as she sued Meghan for alleged defamation and injurious falsehood after she stated that she grew up as an only child in her Oprah Interview in 2021.
However, Judge Honeywell of Florida dismissed the case stating that the defendant, Meghan, was only expressing an opinion about her childhood and her relationship with her half-siblings, and the plaintiff couldn’t disprove the defendant’s opinion of her own childhood.
Samantha Markle's Biography
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Date Of Birth: 1965 Birth Day: 16 May |
Father: Thomas Markle Mother: Roslyn Markle |
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Age: 57-Years-Old |
Siblings: Thomas Markle Jr, Meghan Markle (half-sister) |
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Zodiac Sign: Taurus |
Relationship Status: Currently Dating |
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Birth Place: Los Angeles, California, United States Current Residence: Belleville, Florida, United States |
Boyfriend: Mark Philips |
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Nationality: American |
Ex-Husband: Earl Hale, Scott Rasmussen |
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Religion: Christianity |
Children: Ashleigh Hale, Christopher Hale |
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Ethnicity: White |
Profession: Writer, Model, & Mental Health Advisor |
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Height: 5 Feet 6 inches |
Net worth: $1 million |
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Weight: 65 kg |
Instagram: Link |
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Education: Bachelor in Psychology & Criminology, Master's in both Mental Health & Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling |
Twitter: Link |
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College: N/A |
Facebook: Link |
Who Is Samantha Markle? Wiki & Parents
Thomas Markle's daughter Samantha Markle is a well-known American media personality, writer, mental health adviser, and former actress who gained media attention as the half-sister of Meghan Markle. Also, Samantha popped into the headlines several times after Meghan married Prince Harry, and she launched a furious attack on Meghan, claiming that she would be responsible for their father’s death.
However, Samantha Markle doesn’t own a Wikipedia page yet.
Furthermore, Samantha Markle was born to her parents, Roslyn Markle and Thomas Markle, on 16 May 1965, in Los Angeles, California, United States. Her father, Thomas Markle, is known to be an entrepreneur, award-winner, lighting director, and cinematographer, while her mother is a homemaker. Meanwhile, her parents married in 1960 and have been married for almost 63 years.
In addition, she grew up with her brother, Thomas Markle Jr., and she also had a half-sister named Meghan Markle, aka Meghan, Duchess of Sussex.
Her half-sister, Meghan Markle, is a well-known American actress, media personality, and wife of Prince Harry. Samantha has shared that they have not spoken to each other for over a decade. In addition, Meghan had not invited Samantha to her royal wedding.
In contrast, she is 57 years old as of April 2023, and her zodiac falls under Taurus, per her birthday. LA native Samantha is of American nationality of white ethnicity and has faith in the religious path of the Christian religion.
As for her physical features, Samantha Markle stands tall at the height of around 5 feet 6 inches/1.67 m, approximately with a decent weight of 65kg or 143 lbs.
Concerning her education, Samantha has earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Criminology, and she received her Master’s Degree in both Mental Health Counselling and Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling.
Who Is Samantha Markle's Current Relationship?
Samantha was first married to Earl Hale in 1980 and shares two children, Ashleigh Hale and Christopher Hale. As per the source, the ex-couple separated in 1987 and split after a seven-year of marriage. Meanwhile, her first child Ashleigh was born in 1985, currently 38 years old, and her second child Christopher (b.1986), is currently 37 years old.
Then, Samantha married Scott Rasmussen in 1997 and became the mother of Noelle Rasmussen. The ex-couple became proud parents just after one year of marriage. Her daughter, Noelle, is currently 35 years old and is also engaged in the film industry.
Sadly, her second marriage ended in divorce in 2003. However, there are no other details about her previous marriage life, though her ex-husband Scott is an additional crew member and actor who is known for Wyatt Earp (1994), Blood Father (2016), and Shot Caller (2017). Currently, he is a married man and married to her wife, Cheryl.
Similarly, his son Noelle is also in the film industry and engaged in an art department and an additional crew.
Presently, Samantha is in a relationship with Mark Philips.
Net Worth & Career
Samantha Markle has a net worth of $1 million approximately as a former actress, writer, and media personality. Hence, she can live a lavish lifestyle from her healthy income source.
Moreover, Samantha has worked for Citadel Communications and Guardian Communications as their on-air talent for six radio stations. She also worked for Macy’s, Bullock’s, Lancome, and Clarins in their sales and management.
Later, she broadened her education and experience by serving in the USAF ANG. Likewise, she worked as a job developer and a counselor for vocational rehabilitation.