Junior MasterChef Australia role brings Meghan Markle heading back down under, but her part remains unclear
A return to the kitchen
The Duchess of Sussex is set to take part in Junior MasterChef Australia, a cooking competition for children. Her earlier appearance was as a guest judge on the senior MasterChef Australia during a visit to the country in April. The reports differ on her position. Variety says she will co-host with chef and presenter Poh Ling Yeow, while People describes her as a “special guest.”
Yeow welcomes reunion
Yeow said she enjoyed filming with Meghan earlier this year and looked forward to working together again. In a statement, she called their reunion “a real treat.” Yeow also said she was eager to meet the young contestants and anticipated delicious surprises and mischief.
Allegations involving her father
The announcement came days after allegations surfaced that Thomas Markle Sr. possessed child sexual abuse images. He denied the accusations, telling the Daily Mail they were “sick lies.”
Key points
- Meghan will appear on Junior MasterChef Australia, but reports differ on her role.
- She previously guest judged MasterChef Australia during an April visit.
- Poh Ling Yeow said she welcomed working with Meghan again.
- Meghan’s With Love, Meghan received a Daytime Emmy nomination this year.