Meghan Markle On The MasterChef Set: What The Duchess Is Really Like Behind The Scenes

This season, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex found themselves back in the global spotlight during their high-profile and action-packed tour of Australia. Their route took them through the continent’s major cities—Melbourne, Canberra, and Sydney. The schedule was incredibly tight: the couple met with thousands of fans and visited charitable organizations they’ve long supported, including homeless shelters and children’s hospitals. A key highlight was their visit to Invictus Australia, reinforcing their dedication to supporting veterans, reports MODISTA.

But the real shocker for fans and viewers was the unexpected appearance of Meghan Markle on the set of MasterChef Australia. The Duchess, who has long established herself as a genuine foodie and culinary expert, stepped into the project as a guest judge. I should mention that the founder of the As Ever brand is no stranger to this world: she’s been actively sharing her own recipes and hosting secrets on her new Netflix show, “With Love, Meghan.”

Producers Get Candid: What Stayed Behind the Scenes of MasterChef Australia

I’ve noticed that there’s always a whirlwind of gossip surrounding Meghan Markle and her supposedly “difficult” personality, but stories from those who actually worked with her “in the trenches” often paint a completely different picture. Recently, former MasterChef Australia post-producer Alexandria Funnell shared some juicy details about how the Duchess behaved on set. In a video that went viral on TikTok, Alexandria explained that she specifically grilled her friends still working on the show to get the real “inside scoop.”

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I could see the genuine surprise in her words, as the reality turned out to be much simpler than the myths. According to insiders, Meghan was “absolutely lovely.” She acted like a totally normal person, showed sincere politeness to the entire crew, and had a great sense of humor. What struck me was that instead of the massive crowd of security and assistants usually reported by tabloids, her entourage consisted of just two people, who were also incredibly pleasant to deal with.

Judging Professionalism: Meghan vs. Professional Chefs

Beyond her personality, Alexandria Funnell also highlighted Markle’s professional performance. As someone who handled the editing and processing of the footage, Funnell pointed out one crucial trait: Meghan turned out to be a very talented judge. I noticed an interesting detail—her comments and feedback to the contestants were much more concise and meaningful than those of the regular judges.

“It’s a constant struggle with judges,” Alexandria explained. “As a post-producer, you’re always having to cut down their endless talking. They go on such tangents, you wouldn’t believe it. But Meghan spoke clearly and got straight to the point.” This shows that the Duchess understands the TV format perfectly and respects the crew’s time. Furthermore, Alexandria suggested that Meghan was quite a “bargain” for the show. In her view, the visit was more of a PR move and a personal passion project for the Duchess rather than a high-priced commercial gig.

I’ll keep following this story, as details like these let us see the real person behind the royal title. Boom! Who would’ve thought the Duchess might be better at judging than pros with years of experience? It definitely works for her image as a modern, business-savvy woman.

Advice from MODISTA

• Watch cooking shows not just for the recipes, but to see how pros give feedback—it’s a useful life skill.
• If you’re creating your own content, remember: brevity and sincerity are always valued more than complex fluff.

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MasterChef Australia is a popular competitive cooking reality show based on the original British MasterChef format. The program is known for the high skill level of its contestants and world-class celebrity guests. You can learn more about the project on the official website or Wikipedia 🌐.