MasterChef Australia judge dies at 46
MasterChef Australia judge Jock Zonfrillo has died.
The Scottish chef and TV presenter passed away aged 46 in Melbourne, with the police not treating his death as suspicious, according to Metro.co.uk.
The sad news was shared by Zonfrillo's family yesterday (May 1).
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"With completely shattered hearts and without knowing how we can possibly move through life without him, we are devastated to share that Jock passed away yesterday," the announcement reads.
"So many words can describe him, so many stories can be told, but at this time we're too overwhelmed to put them into words.
"For those who crossed his path, became his mate, or were lucky enough to be his family, keep this proud Scot in your hearts when you have your next whisky."
Following Zonfrillo's death, MasterChef Australia posted a tribute on Twitter.
"Network 10 and Endemol Shine Australia are deeply shocked and saddened at the sudden loss of Jock Zonfrillo, a beloved member of the MasterChef Australia family," the tweet reads.
"Jock passed away in Melbourne yesterday. MasterChef Australia will not air this week."
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Sweet messages remembering Zonfrillo have been pouring in from former MasterChef contestants and judges, with Andy Allen sharing a touching tribute to his co-star.
"You've taught me so much about food, but it's the lessons I learnt about what it means to be a great father, husband and friend that I'll take away from our time together and will last forever," Allen wrote on Instagram.
"You really were the complete package, mate, and life will never be the same without you."
Judge Melissa Leong shared a picture of her with Allen and Zonfrillo, writing: "Four years ago, the three of us stood on a precipice and leapt together," referring to the trio taking over from the previous judges in 2019.
"I could never have guessed how much of an impact your arrival in my life would have, or that we would be saying goodbye to you so soon. You were always supposed to be the bulletproof one who outlived us all."
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