Prince Harry Made a Surprise Cameo During Duchess Meghan’s “MasterChef Australia” Appearance
The episode challenged four contestants to cook with Meghan Markle’s favorite seasonal ingredients, and Prince Harry surprised her with a ring during tasting.
- On Sunday, July 26, 2026, Meghan Markle appeared as a guest judge on MasterChef Australia, tasking contestants with creating dishes "fit for a Duchess" using seasonal ingredients including citrus and honey.
- Filmed during Meghan and Prince Harry's four-day visit to Australia in April, the appearance marked the couple's first trip to the country in eight years.
- During the judging, Prince Harry surprised Meghan with a video call from Canberra, where he was visiting military veterans, prompting her to tell contestants, "My husband's here."
- Filling in for judge Andy Allen during his paternity leave, Meghan requested to be addressed simply as "Meghan" rather than her royal title, and discussed her differing food preferences with Harry.
- Following the broadcast, Meghan shared behind-the-scenes clips on Instagram Stories to mark the episode's anniversary, offering viewers a glimpse into her time on the Network 10 Melbourne studio set.
46 Articles
46 Articles
Ratings for Meghan Markle’s MasterChef episode soar despite mixed criticism
Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, appeared on MasterChef Australia on Sunday night, and although watchers were divided in their opinion of her inclusion in the show, the episode broke records with its viewership
By showing off her vegetable-loving children and her caring husband, the Duchess' performance provides a lesson in complacent tactlessness. A commentary by Marianka Swain.
Meghan Markle faces backlash after her ‘MasterChef Australia’ stint: ‘She was stepping into a character for the show’
Meghan Markle's recent guest appearance on MasterChef Australia drew mixed reactions, with some viewers criticizing her engagement as overly theatrical. Contestants were tasked with whipping up elegant dishes using her selected ingredients, while Markle emphasized her family's casual approach to cooking. The episode even featured a surprise call from Prince Harry during filming, adding a personal touch to the culinary challenge.
What you didn't see on TV when watching Meghan's "carefully curated" MasterChef cameo
Meghan Markle’s guest stint on MasterChef Australia was well-received Down Under, with one source telling New Idea that she hopes to continue her work locally. During the episode on July 26, the Duchess of Sussex joined Sofia Levin, Poh Ling Yeow and Jean-Christophe Novelli, and asked the contestants to work with her favourite ingredients. Fans also warmed to the surprise cameo Prince Harry made, after the producers interrupted the judging to sa…
Meghan Markle Sparks Ridicule With Surprising Family Food Confession
Photo by Jonathan Brady-Pool/Getty Images Meghan Markle made her Australian TV debut as a guest judge on MasterChef. However, her surprise appearance divided viewers, with some criticizing her presence on the popular cooking competition. Some were also left baffled when the Duchess of Sussex struggled to answer a simple question about her favorite dish to prepare for her family. Critics seized on Meghan Markle as she was unable to tell her famil…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 39% of the sources lean Left, 39% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
