Celebrity chef Poh Ling Yeow has spoken out in defence of Meghan Markle, praising the Duchess of Sussex for her resilience amid a bitter backlash over her casting on the children's cooking show Junior MasterChef Australia.
In an interview with Pedestrian TV, Yeow described Meghan as possessing a "will of steel" and admitted she now has "even more admiration for her" after watching the Duchess navigate the fierce public reaction.
Co-Star Breaks Silence on On-Set Tension
Yeow shut down rumours of on-set tension, addressing the backlash that has followed Meghan's controversial appointment. She said: "I guess I was latently experiencing it because some of it even came my way but, like, it's fine."
Network 10 announced that Meghan will return to the series in 2027 to co-host the junior spin-off alongside Yeow. The TV star added: "Eat that, people."
Backlash Over New Role
Meghan's new job has sparked significant criticism, with the Duchess facing a bitter public reaction to her involvement in the hit show. Yeow's comments come as a rare public defence from a colleague.
The chef's remarks highlight the ongoing scrutiny surrounding Meghan's career moves since stepping back as a working royal.
