In brief
Meghan Markle is set to join the 2027 season of Junior MasterChef Australia as a special guest host. She previously appeared as a guest judge last year and will cook with young contestants this season. Her return follows a recent tour of the country with Prince Harry. The move comes amid heightened scrutiny over her father's alleged abuse claims, which Meghan has publicly denounced. The role is promoted by Channel 10, though payment details remain unclear.
The Duchess of Sussex will be a special guest host on the 2027 season of Junior MasterChef Australia, joining existing presenter Poh Ling Yeow.
She has previously served as a guest judge on MasterChef Australia last year, and her return to the show follows a recent tour of the country with Prince Harry.
Meghan said she is excited to cook with young contestants and share her love for food, describing the experience as a lot of fun.
Her appearance comes against a backdrop of heightened scrutiny after her father Thomas Markle was accused of child sexual abuse – an allegation he has denied, and for which Meghan broke contact with him last year.
The co-hosting role is being promoted by Australia’s Channel 10, but it remains unclear whether the Duchess will receive a fee for her involvement.
