Meghan Markle makes guest appearance on MasterChef Australia episode
Meghan Markle encouraged MasterChef Australia contestants while receiving a surprise video call from Prince Harry
Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle appeared as a special guest on MasterChef Australia during an episode broadcast on July 26, 2026.
MasterChef Australia featured the Duchess joining judges Andy Allen, Poh Ling Yeow, Sofia Levin, and Jean-Christophe Novelli for a special cooking challenge. Filmed in Melbourne during Meghan and Prince Harry's visit to Australia in April, the episode showed the Duchess encouraging contestants to transform everyday ingredients into dishes inspired by personal stories.
During the broadcast, Meghan received a surprise video call from her husband, Prince Harry. She answered the phone warmly with, "Hi, my love," before introducing him to the contestants and fellow judges, later describing her husband as "a charmer." During the video call, Meghan showed Prince Harry several of the contestants' culinary creations, telling him, "I wish you could try these."
The episode generated mixed reactions across online platforms following its transmission. While some television viewers praised Meghan for her participation, other audience members felt the surprise cameo appearance by Prince Harry was unnecessary.
Following the official broadcast of the episode, Meghan reshared MasterChef Australia's official behind-the-scenes Reel on her Instagram Story to highlight her time on the programme.
