According to The Express, Thomas has been keeping tabs on Baby Sussex's other grandfather online, as the mystery surrounding the birth of Meghan and Prince Harry's first child continues.
"He feels very grateful to him," a friend of the chatty American told the publication.
"Since Charles stood-in for him and gave Meghan away when she married Prince Harry last year, he’s been reading-up on him and following his activities and speeches online."
Described by his pal as "deflated" over being left out of Baby Sussex's life, "Thomas thinks his fellow grandfather is going to be an incredible role model for the baby.
"He’s not jealous of Prince Charles but wishes with all his heart he too could be in England to greet their new grandkid."