Meghan Markle has faced fresh criticism this week after her latest TV appearance on Sunday. The Duchess of Sussex, 44, appeared as a guest judge on Masterchef Australia on Sunday, with her appearance proving controversial.
While Meghan seemed to impress her fellow judges and the contestants, members of the public weren't all so ecstatic at the duchess's appearance on the episode. Many have hurled criticisms at the duchess, with some fans now claiming that it was clear she wanted 'maximum airtime' on the show.
Individual Approach Sparks Backlash
This is because when she was asked to tell the contestants they had 30 minutes left, Meghan decided that, rather than shout, she would individually tell the four cooks. This resulted in Meghan getting filmed going up to every participant, which some fans think was a deliberate move for her to get more screentime.
One person wrote on X: 'Meghan was meant to shout 30 MINUTES!! but instead insisted she would tell them personally. Firstly that makes the contestants lose precious time and secondly it was about giving herself maximum airtime and exposure strutting about!'
Someone else said: 'Maximum Meghan time was all it was about.' Another person commented: 'She just couldn't just shout 30 minutes. She had to make it all about herself. She's desperate for the camera to be on her at all times. Totally cringe.'
Social Media Reactions
Ok this was the part that pissed me off! Meghan was meant to shout 30 MINUTES!! but instead insisted she would tell them personally. Firstly that makes the contestants lose precious time & secondly it was about giving herself maximum airtime & exposure strutting about! pic.twitter.com/nkCnaUCLaj – According2Taz (@according2_taz) July 26, 2026
Someone else remarked: 'Yeah….That was definitely about her getting more exposure, I have never seen a celeb do that before.'
Behind the Scenes
Meghan is believed to have filmed the episode on Masterchef when she was in Australia with Prince Harry earlier this year. The duke did not accompany his wife on set, however he did video call her during filming to see how it was going. This moment was shared in the episode, with many finding the moment sweet, while others believe it was very rehearsed.
