Meghan Markle to leave the UK? Suits star breaks silence on major career opportunity

Meghan Markle could soon be heading back to Australia for a new television project, and this time, she may spend several weeks away from the UK. The Duchess of Sussex is set to appear on Junior MasterChef Australia in 2027, marking another step in her return to television. Reports also suggest that Prince Harry and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, could join her during the stay, although the family's travel plans have not been confirmed. The news comes just months after Meghan and Harry visited Australia together. Her upcoming appearance will bring her back to a country where she received a warm welcome during their April visit.

Why Is Meghan Markle Going To Australia?

Meghan is set to join the upcoming season of Junior MasterChef Australia, which will return to television in 2027 after a six-year break. She will appear alongside Australian chef and television personality Poh Ling Yeow, helping young contestants develop their cooking skills. According to The Independent, filming is expected to take place in Melbourne over several weeks in early to mid-2027. The report, citing Australian media, said Meghan may stay in Australia for the duration of production.

However, the exact filming dates have not been announced. It is also unclear whether Harry and the children will travel with her. In a statement released by production company Endemol Shine Australia, Meghan said, “I had an incredible time with the whole team at MasterChef this past April, so when they approached me to come back and work with this young group of talent, it was an easy yes.” She added that she enjoys cooking with her own children and looks forward to seeing what the young contestants create.

Will Prince Harry, Archie And Lilibet Join Meghan?

Meghan's filming schedule could mean spending several weeks away from home. According to InStyle, Harry and their children may accompany her to Australia, but no final decision has been reported. The family moved back to the UK in August 2026 after spending around six years living in California. Their possible trip to Australia would therefore mean another period of travel as they balance family life with their professional commitments.

For now, there is no official confirmation that Harry, Archie or Lilibet will join Meghan during filming. The family has generally kept details of the children's private lives away from the public eye.

Meghan Markle's Return To MasterChef Australia

This is not Meghan's first appearance on the Australian cooking show. During her visit to the country with Harry in April 2026, she appeared as a guest judge on MasterChef Australia. The appearance brought her into the kitchen with Yeow and other judges. It also gave her an opportunity to explore her interest in food, something she has featured in several of her media projects.

Meghan has previously worked on With Love, Meghan, her Netflix lifestyle series, which focuses on cooking, hosting and everyday activities. She also appeared on the US children's cooking programme Chopped Junior in 2016. Her new role will allow her to work with younger contestants rather than experienced adult cooks.

When Will Junior MasterChef Australia Air?

Junior MasterChef Australia is scheduled to return to Network 10 in 2027. The show will feature young aspiring cooks competing and learning in the kitchen, with Yeow bringing her experience as a judge and chef. Meghan's appearance adds a familiar international name to the programme's return. While viewers will have to wait for the filming schedule and further details, her involvement signals another television project for the Duchess of Sussex as she continues to develop her work in lifestyle and entertainment. Whether her family joins her in Melbourne remains an open question. For now, the confirmed news is that Meghan will return to the MasterChef kitchen to help introduce a new generation of young cooks.