Just when we thought Coachella had peaked with its desert sunsets the attention shifted off-stage. Kim Kardashian and Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton were seen together again on Tuesday, April 14, sparking renewed speculation about their romance.

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The duo, who set the internet talking earlier this month after going Instagram official with a high-speed Tokyo drift video, were seen in a low profile outting. They were not using any face-shielding bandanas and hoodies they used in dodging cameras at Justin Bieber’s Coachella performance. Instead, they went full casual the kind of outing that has fans wondering if they aren’t just dating, but actually settling in.

Kim wore a pale grey zip-up hoodie and fitted SKIMS leggings, while Lewis wore a cream pullover and wide-leg blue denim and red shoes with dark shades, the pair was spotted running errands at a design store in L.A. It’s a long way from the Formula 1 paddock or any red carpet, but for anyone who has followed their decade-long friendship, this kind of ordinary outing appears more personal than any red carpet appearance.

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Those close to the pair say this connection runs deeper than the headlines suggest. Romance rumors began after a meetup in Paris back in February, and things have moved quickly since then. Lewis has already spent time with Kim’s kids, he was right there with her daughter North West, 12, at Coachella just days before the L.A. outing. A source told PEOPLE he is “an easygoing guy with great energy” and that Kim’s family likes him.

Meghan Markle is to join the judging panel on MasterChef Australia for its 18th season. You can catch her on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at 7:00 PM on Network 10. This TV appearance is one of her high-profile four-day tours of Australia with Prince Harry, which includes several charitable engagements.

She’ll be joining the usual crew, Andy Allen, Poh Ling Yeow, Sofia Levin, and Jean-Christophe Novelli. When she walked out, judge Poh Ling Yeow introduced her by saying: “We’ve had MasterChef royalty in the kitchen before, but nothing like this… please welcome the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle!”

She was styled in a structured black Matteau long-sleeve silk shirt and a high-waisted Camilla and Marc “Caius” corset-waist midi skirt. For shoes, she stuck with the classics: black suede Manolo Blahnik ‘BB’ pumps.

The filming of this season’s episode will take place at the MasterChef studios in Melbourne. 

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Meanwhile, this news has sparked mixed reactions on social media. While Network 10 is definitely looking at a massive ratings boost, some long-time fans have been skeptical on social media, wondering if she has the credentials to be a guest chef. Even with the backlash, the network confirmed the episode via Instagram to lock in that April premiere date.

The producers are calling her a “passionate foodie with global influence” who is there to mentor the contestants. This actually makes a lot of sense since this season is focusing more on mentorship and collaboration, which the Aussie version is known for.

Part of the visits includes a lunch service at McAuley Community Services for Women and a visit to the Australian National Veterans Arts Museum. It’s a smart move to link her charitable media and charitable engagement.