Former MasterChef Australia host Melissa Leong made a notable appearance at the Melbourne Cup, gracing the Flemington Racecourse in a striking salmon-colored dress. The television personality is known for her distinctive fashion choices, and this year's event saw her sport a sculptural frock featuring a dramatic folded neckline and a side cut-out that exposed a significant portion of her side.
The sleeveless gown also boasted a white fluffy embellishment on one shoulder, adding a unique touch to her race-day ensemble. Leong was seen in high spirits, applying her lipstick with a compact mirror before posing confidently in the Lexus marquee within The Birdcage enclosure.
Leong's appearance comes three years after her departure from the original MasterChef Australia series, following a successful tenure as a judge. She has since gone on to host the spin-off series, Dessert Masters, maintaining a presence on Australian television. Her exit from MasterChef was announced via Instagram, with Leong stating at the time that she planned to embrace "the changing of the guard" on her own terms.
Reports at the time of her departure from MasterChef alluded to various reasons, including alleged on-camera dramas and discussions about her perfectionism impacting filming schedules. Despite these past reports, Leong's presence at the Melbourne Cup highlighted her continued engagement with public events and her flair for fashion.