MasterChef Australia executive producer Marty Benson has revealed that an impulsive email helped bring Meghan Markle to the programme during a difficult period surrounding her Netflix series
The gamble attracted considerable attention, and the Duchess of Sussex is now expected to return for Junior MasterChef Australia next year
She may spend several weeks filming in Melbourne alongside judge Poh Ling Yeow
However, Victoria’s Labor government and opposition leader Jess Wilson have both ruled out taxpayer funding for Meghan’s personal security, reigniting debate over policing costs during royal visits.