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Meghan Markle Joins 'MasterChef Australia' as Guest Judge for April 19 Premiere

The cameo reflects her growing food and lifestyle portfolio during her first Australian visit since 2018.

Overview

  • MasterChef Australia announced Wednesday that Meghan recorded a guest-judge segment, with her episode airing as season 18 premieres April 19 on Network 10 and 10 Streaming.
  • Producers said she mentored top home cooks alongside judges Poh Ling Yeow, Sofia Levin and Jean-Christophe Novelli during filming in Melbourne.
  • The appearance was taped during the Sussexes’ first trip to Australia since 2018, a four-day private visit that mixes charity stops with paid engagements.
  • Coverage cast the role as a fit with her recent food work, including Netflix’s With Love, Meghan and her As Ever line of pantry products.
  • Initial reaction on Channel 10’s social posts was mixed, with enthusiastic messages from fans and sharp criticism from some viewers.