The new season of MasterChef Australia will premiere this Sunday, May 7, it has been confirmed.
The show had been due to begin its new season on Network Ten on Monday, but those plans were hastily rearranged following the shock death of judge Jock Zonfrillo.
The Scottish chef was discovered dead in his Melbourne hotel room in the early hours of Monday, just hours before he was due to undertake publicity for the show.
Ten said in a statement: "With the full support of Jock Zonfrillo's family, MasterChef Australia will air at 7.30pm on Sunday, May 7.
"MasterChef Australia judge Jock Zonfrillo took great pride in challenging and coaching the contestants and of course inspiring a nation of home cooks.
"It is with Jock on our hearts that we cherish this season and remember the charismatic and big-hearted judge and chef who we knew and loved. Jock will be remembered in the MasterChef Australia kitchen for years to come."
The premiere will be preceded by a special edition of The Project dedicated to Zonfrillo, with contributions from his friends and colleagues.
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