Meghan Markle dubbed 'Duchess of ScamJam' over MasterChef Australia teaser

Sophia Papamavroudi, Hollie BealeSun, July 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM UTC

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Meghan Markle will appear on MasterChef Australia (Image: Youtube/@10NewsAU)

Meghan Markle faced criticism from fans following this week's preview of her upcoming television appearance. The Duchess of Sussex is set to feature as a guest judge on MasterChef Australia.

Australian audiences will see her on Channel 10 this Sunday, July 26, at 7 pm local time. Meghan's segment was recorded in April during the duchess and her husband's visit to Australia.

The episode will showcase the duchess, who emphasizes seasonal ingredients and personal narratives, and challenge contestants to create a "dish fit for a duchess" using Meghan's handpicked selection of produce and pantry staples.

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Available ingredients will include carrots, Jerusalem artichokes, Brussels sprouts, celeriac, Australian honey, macadamia nuts, quince, lemons and apples, mandarins, and strawberries.

Meghan will join MasterChef Australia judges Poh Ling Yeow, Sofia Levin, and Jean-Christophe Novelli.

Nevertheless, some fans expressed disappointment with Meghan's forthcoming appearance and turned to social media to voice their opinions.

One user posted on X: "She couldn't hack it as a duchess and had to run away because she is a quitter. Now she thinks she can just crawl back."

A second person commented, "So there are plenty of European duchesses to choose from. But Meg is devoid of any class to think she is a Duchess as only by marriage & not by upbringing!"

Meghan Markle appears in new teaser for TV appearance (Image: Youtube/@10NewsAU)

Another criticized: "That's not hard at all for the Duchess of ScamJam. A ton of her flower sprinkles in a plate of cut fruit will be the winner."

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One person questioned: "Were they able to find a Duchess to serve it to?"

Another remarked, "She doesn't know how to act like a duchess as she never stayed in the UK long enough to learn and become one."

A third suggested: "Mmmmm, may I suggest a big humble pie!"

Someone else stated: "She's not a true Royal Duchess so judging by her runny jam and flower toppings, she wouldn't have a clue re top drawer cuisine."

In the new preview clip, Meghan can be heard saying, "There is a lot of pressure in that kitchen. I don't like to cook that way, I like to cook in a really relaxed fashion.

"All I can say to the competitors was to just remember to have fun, to keep a sense of humor about it, and to cook from the heart."

She also mentioned that cooking and food are "how I show my nurturing and love for my friends, family, and my kids."

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