Since its premiere in 2005, Dragons' Den has become a smash hit for the BBC, captivating audiences with its panel of business executives on the hunt for the next big investment.
Introducing the Dragons
Deborah Meaden
Deborah Meaden, a successful businesswoman, is one of the stars of Dragons' Den. Born in Somerset on February 11, 1959, she developed a passion for business at a young age, even leading pony rides along the beach in Minehead at just eight years old. With an estimated net worth of £50 million, Deborah is a force to be reckoned with.
Peter Jones
Peter Jones, CBE, is a British entrepreneur and businessman with a diverse range of interests, including mobile phones, television, media, leisure, and property. As the last original panellist on Dragons' Den, he also appeared on the American television series American Inventor. With an estimated wealth of £500 million, Peter is the richest dragon of all.
Touker Suleyman
Touker Suleyman, a Turkish-Cypriot entrepreneur, is known for his success in the retail and fashion industry. Born on August 4, 1953, in Famagusta, he later moved to England and made a name for himself by acquiring famed shirtmaker Hawes & Curtis for just £1 in 2001. With an estimated fortune of £200 million, Touker is a true trailblazer.
Sara Davies
Sara Davies, MBE, is an entrepreneur and television personality who founded her craft supplier company, Crafter's Companion, while studying for a business degree at York University. Her groundbreaking product, The Enveloper, sold over 8,000 units in its first 24 hours on shopping channel Ideal World. Today, Sara's company employs over 200 people worldwide, and she has a reported fortune of £37 million.
Steven Bartlett
Entrepreneur Steven Bartlett is returning for his second season on Dragons' Den in 2023. Despite dropping out of Manchester Metropolitan University after just one lecture, he co-founded two companies, Social Chain and Media Chain, which are now worth an estimated £300 million. Steven is a true trailblazer in the world of business.
How to Watch Dragons' Den
Dragons' Den season 21 airs on BBC One at 8pm on Thursday nights. The season will run for 14 weeks, with the final episode projected to air on April 4, 2023. If you miss an episode, you can catch up on the iPlayer.
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