Despite wowing the judges, the 33-year-old Megan Sheley opted to tap out.

The hitrealitycompetition series returned for its fourth season on Fox in February.

Sheley joined the series as one of Season 4’s 15 competitors to make the main cast.

Next Level Chef 2025 Meg

Who Was Meg on Next Level Chef?

Megan Sheley arrived onNext Level Chef’s 2025 season as a foodie force to be reckoned with.

This was no better represented than her performance in the Season 4 premiere.

Megan Sheley standing in her chef uniform in Next Level Chef

And yet, despite it being a challenge, she continued to thrive.

What Happened to Meg on Next Level Chef?

I was so debilitated, I couldnt leave my hotel room.

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It was such a bummer."

Im just dealing mentally with my departure.

Its one thing if I had gone home because I did my best and that wasnt good enough."

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Maybe theyll do a redemption season and Ill get another chance."

Fans can keep up with Sheley online on her Instagram page (@megansheley).

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