LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The thrilling Season 13 of the popular reality show 'MasterChef' in the US kicked off with an exciting premiere episode this June. After intense auditions held across the country, talented contestants have now advanced to engaging in team competitions. Their ultimate goal is to prepare exceptional dishes that will impress the judges and secure their spot in this highly competitive contest.

Unfortunately, there's a bit of disappointing news for devoted 'MasterChef' fans. Following the exhilarating state fair-themed challenge in Episode 5, the show is taking a brief hiatus and will be back with Episode 6 on July 12, 2023. In the meantime, viewers can enjoy reruns of the previous episodes. Let's delve into the reasons behind this temporary break and uncover what led to this pause in the show's schedule.

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Why is 'MasterChef' Season 13 Episode 6 not airing this week?

The unfortunate news of 'MasterChef' Season 13 Episode 6 not airing this week has undoubtedly disappointed numerous viewers. However, this occurrence is not entirely unfamiliar, as the cooking competition has a history of taking a break around July 4. The reasoning behind this decision lies in the fact that during this time, the overall viewership tends to decrease. Consequently, the network aims to ensure that a substantial audience is available to watch the series whenever it does eventually return to the airwaves.

When will 'MasterChef' Season 13 Episode 6 air?

'MasterChef' Season 13 Episode 6 is set to air on July 12, 2023, at 8 PM ET.

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What is 'MasterChef' Season 13 Episode 6 about?

The upcoming episode will feature an exciting twist as the remaining home chefs embark on their very first mystery box challenge centered around apples. With a variety of sweet and savory options at their disposal, the chef who holds immunity will be responsible for assigning each region a specific type of dish to prepare. But that's not all! Brace yourself for some intense drama as rumors circulate about one of the contestants possibly deceiving the judges by covering up a mistake they made. Prepare for a nail-biting episode filled with suspense and unexpected revelations!

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