MasterChef viewers are distraught after seeing the late Jock Zonfrillo in season premiere following his death at age 46: ‘I can’t get past this’
MasterChef Australia returned to the screens on Sunday evening following the unexpected death of Judge Jock Jock Zonfrillo.
The show’s viewers were quick to express their heartbreak on social media, admitting that the new season “hits differently” in the wake of the tragic loss.
Tears flowed as viewers saw the late Jock Zonfrillo grace their screens for the last time, with many sharing their emotional reactions on Twitter.
“Every time Jock speaks,” one distraught fan wrote, accompanied by a crying emoji.
“What a time to be alive.” Life is so precious and no one knows what awaits us. This comment from Jock is heartbreaking,” another person tweeted.
MasterChef Australia returned to screens on Sunday night following the unexpected death of judge Jock Jock Zonfrillo (pictured)
The show’s viewers were quick to express their heartbreak on social media, admitting that the new season “hits differently” in the wake of the tragic loss. Pictured, from left to right, Andy Allen, Melissa Leong, Jamie Oliver and Zonfrillo
The pain was palpable, with many fans struggling to contain their emotions.
‘I can’t get around this. Well. I think it’s going to take me some time. My heart is breaking,” another viewer wrote.
Meanwhile, others found solace in the continuation of the show.
“I’m glad they decided to air MasterChef, even though it’s hard to watch, I can already tell I’m going to enjoy this season. #RIPJock.’
Tears flowed as viewers saw the late Jock Zonfrillo grace their screens for the last time
“I’m excited to see this season but knowing Jock is gone makes me so sad,” wrote another.
Another viewer found the episode particularly moving, writing, “I don’t think I’ve ever seen a TV show as powerful as this episode of MasterChef, and that’s before I considered Jock’s passing…I understand why he was so proud. of it.’
‘My heart is broken. Heaviest MasterChef watch yet,” said another.
Elsewhere, another viewer commented, “I’ll pour you a bottle of HP sauce.” I love and miss you, your culinary skills, your insatiable food scoops, your impeccable style and your kind heart,”
Others couldn’t help but feel the weight of the loss as they watched an emotional conversation between Jock and contestant Brent about overcoming personal struggles.
Others couldn’t help but feel the weight of the loss as they watched an emotional conversation between Jock and contestant Brent about overcoming personal struggles.
“That convo between Jock and Brent is just hitting hard right now,” one fan commented.
MasterChef Australia continues on Channel Ten on Monday at 7:30pm
MasterChef Australia continues on Channel Ten on Monday at 7:30pm
