Meghan Markle 'testing the waters' for TV comeback with MasterChef Australia

Meghan Markle 'testing the waters' for TV comeback with MasterChef AustraliaMeghan Markle is set to appear as a celebrity judge on MasterChef Australia this Sunday in what experts say could be a 'make or break' moment, as she tests the waters for a full-scale TV comebackNewsKathleen O'Boyle and Callum Hoare02:48, 17 Apr 2026View 3 ImagesMeghan is testing a new career move(Image: Getty)Meghan Markle is reportedly eyeing a television comeback, with plans to appear as a celebrity judge on MasterChef Australia this Sunday.‌The Duchess is set to make her return to the small screen for the first time since her Netflix series With Love, Meghan, joining one of Australia's most cherished programmes. The appearance coincides with her and Prince Harry's trip to Australia, marking their first visit to the country since their official royal tour in 2018.‌According to celebrity PR expert Kayley Cornelius, the move signals a broader effort to reshape Markle's public image and career path, which took a hit following Markle's Australian tour 'blunder.'‌"Meghan's latest move on MasterChef feel far from random or one-off appearances, there's a clear strategy at play here and it very much points to a more permanent return to the world of mainstream celebrity being front of mind."Australia is a particularly savvy choice too as it's a market that's historically been receptive to her, but it also allows her to trial this next phase slightly outside of the intense scrutiny she faces in the US and UK," Cornelius said. Cornelius added that Markle appears focused on carving out a more distinctive personal brand, particularly as she continues to expand her business endeavours. "What's becoming increasingly clear is that Meghan appears to be on a mission to really nail down her personal branding while she's in Australia, building a loyal audience base ahead of what looks like a potential mov...