Meghan Markle to Appear on MasterChef Australia

Meghan Markle will appear on MasterChef Australia as a guest judge. Network Ten filmed the episode in Melbourne earlier this week. The show’s 18th season will begin on 19 April. Her appearance adds attention to her visit to Australia with Prince Harry.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are on a four-day visit across Australia. They returned to the country for the first time since their 2018 royal tour after their wedding. They travel in a private capacity. Their schedule includes charitable outreach and public engagements.

During their Melbourne stay, Meghan visited a women’s refuge. She served food and spoke with residents. She also visited the Royal Children’s Hospital. Large crowds gathered to meet the couple. Prince Harry joined a session with Australian Rules football players. He also visited the Australian War Memorial in Canberra.

The MasterChef Australia appearance comes as Meghan expands her work in lifestyle and media projects. Her cookery and lifestyle series, With Love, Meghan, introduces her approach to food, hosting, and home living. Her guest role on the cooking show adds to her public image.

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Network Ten confirmed that production teams filmed the episode in Melbourne earlier this week. The show continues work on its 18th season, which will premiere on 19 April. Producers said the guest judging segment forms part of special episodes that feature public figures from different industries. The appearance places Meghan in a well known cooking format watched by audiences across Australia and other regions.

Beyond television, the visit includes speaking engagements and events. Prince Harry will deliver a keynote address at the InterEdge Psychosocial Safety Summit in Melbourne. Ticket prices range from A$1,000 to A$2,400. Organisers say proceeds will go to Lifeline. It remains unclear if he will receive a speaking fee.

Meghan will also attend a women focused retreat in Sydney. Attendees pay premium rates for access to talks and group sessions. The event offers opportunities for photographs and direct interaction. Interest in her public profile continues.

Reports indicate Australia may support Meghan’s lifestyle brand expansion. Her brand As Ever has secured trademarks across multiple product categories in the country. This move points to entry into the Australian market. It reflects her work across media, lifestyle, and commerce.