MasterChef: Who is the new judge, and what is the new rule? Check here
The new judge Anna Haugh joins Gregg Wallace and Marcus Wareing on MasterChef, for the new series beginning November 2.
economictimes.indiatimes.comHere’s the latest I can share about MasterChef judges in 2026.
- MasterChef: The Professionals (BBC UK) has a refreshed judging trio for 2026. Matt Tebbutt joins Marcus Wareing and Monica Galetti, replacing Gregg Wallace as the third judge. This marks the biggest panel change in over a decade [source note: coverage from 2026 articles discussing Tebbutt’s appointment] [source].
- MasterChef Australia 2026 features a mix of familiar and new judging voices, with ongoing chatter about guest judges and panel dynamics as the season unfolds; several outlets highlight changes in judging roles and the involvement of former contestants in guest and mentoring capacities [sources, , , , ].
What this means for fans
- If you watch MasterChef UK: expect a noticeably different judging dynamic on The Professionals, with Tebbutt bringing a different style to the bench alongside Wareing and Galetti.[1]
- If you watch MasterChef Australia: anticipate a rotating guest-judge presence and evolving panel dynamics, as the show often blends regular judges with celebrity guests to stir up challenges and critique.[2][5][8]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest articles from specific outlets or summarize each panel’s announced responsibilities for 2026. Would you prefer UK, Australia, or both? Citations follow after each claim in line with the latest available reporting: MasterChef: The Professionals panel refresh with Tebbutt; Australia 2026 judging changes; guest-judge coverage.[3][5][8][1][2]