Draper was selected to compete in
series 13 of
MasterChef Australia in 2021. After reaching the Top 13, he withdrew from the competition on 13 June, citing mental health issues. In 2023, having received help and support, Draper rejoined
MasterChef for
series 15. He went on to win the competition on 16 July, receiving a cash prize of $250,000. MasterChef judge,
Jock Zonfrillo, who supported Draper through his mental health issues, died between the filming and the broadcasting of the series. ==References==