You’ve probably heard by now that Meghan Markle made a memorable appearance on "Deal or No Deal" before she became the star of "Suits." But here's something that might surprise even the most dedicated royal fans: in August 2016, the Duchess of Sussex also appeared as a guest judge on "Chopped Junior"! That’s right—just around the time Meghan started dating Prince Harry (who knows, maybe they binge-watched some episodes together over dinner), she was dishing out culinary critiques to young chefs on the popular Food Network spin-off.
Meghan Markle’s Culinary Critique: A Judge on Chopped Junior
Back in 2016, Meghan took her seat on the judging panel of "Chopped Junior," offering thoughtful feedback to the pint-sized competitors. Her role wasn't just about critiquing dishes; it was about inspiring and encouraging the next generation of chefs. In one memorable moment, she said, "Unfortunately, the yogurt sauce didn’t quite fit with everything else on your plate," but she quickly added, "But I will say, I really enjoyed eating your food." In another instance, she remarked, "This dish reminded me of the food I grew up eating in California—that farm-to-table freshness really shines through." Her comments were always balanced, providing constructive criticism while celebrating the contestants' efforts.
Her Friendly and Nurturing Approach
What stood out about Meghan’s time on "Chopped Junior" wasn’t just her culinary knowledge—it was her warm and supportive demeanor. In a clip shared by Inside Edition, the winner of that episode couldn’t stop gushing about her. "I remember thinking, 'Oh my gosh, she’s so beautiful,'" the young chef recalled. "She was such a positive person, not intimidating or scary at all." Meghan’s ability to make the contestants feel valued and respected was evident in every interaction, proving that her charm extends far beyond the royal palace.
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Meghan’s Journey from TV Roles to Royalty
Before Meghan became the beloved Duchess of Sussex, she was carving out a career in acting. She portrayed Rachel Zane on "Suits" from 2011 until shortly before her royal wedding. But even before that, she took on smaller roles in TV shows, including her appearance on "Deal or No Deal." When asked about her time on the game show, Meghan once told Esquire, "I would put ['Deal or No Deal'] in the category of things I was doing while I was auditioning to try to make ends meet." She went on to say, "It definitely helped me understand what I wanted to be doing, and if that’s a way for me to gloss over that subject, then I’ll happily shift gears into something else." Despite her modesty, these early roles played a significant part in shaping her career and setting the stage for her rise to fame.
Could we see Meghan make a surprise appearance on one of these shows again? Fans are definitely hoping so!
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