Get ready for another thrilling episode of “Dragons’ Den” as Season 21 Episode 14 hits the screens this Thursday, April 4, 2024, at 7:00 Pm on BBC One. In this highly anticipated installment, aspiring entrepreneurs from all walks of life will have the opportunity to pitch their innovative business ideas to a panel of five seasoned multi-millionaires, known as the Dragons.
With just three minutes to make their pitch, contestants must impress the Dragons with their creativity, passion, and business acumen. From groundbreaking inventions to revolutionary concepts, each entrepreneur hopes to secure the investment needed to turn their dreams into reality.
After the pitch, the pressure heats up as the Dragons grill the contestants with probing questions about their ventures, challenging them to defend their ideas and demonstrate their potential for success.
Join in on the excitement as the drama unfolds in the Den, where fortunes are made and dreams are shattered with each decision.
With just three minutes to make their pitch, contestants must impress the Dragons with their creativity, passion, and business acumen. From groundbreaking inventions to revolutionary concepts, each entrepreneur hopes to secure the investment needed to turn their dreams into reality.
After the pitch, the pressure heats up as the Dragons grill the contestants with probing questions about their ventures, challenging them to defend their ideas and demonstrate their potential for success.
Join in on the excitement as the drama unfolds in the Den, where fortunes are made and dreams are shattered with each decision.
- 3/29/2024
- by Posts UK
- TV Everyday
Get ready for another exciting episode of “Dragons’ Den,” airing this Thursday at 8:00 Pm on BBC One. In this popular reality series, entrepreneurs from all walks of life have the chance to pitch their business ideas to a panel of five seasoned investors, known as the Dragons.
Each entrepreneur has just three minutes to present their business proposal, hoping to persuade the Dragons to invest their own money and help bring their ideas to life. From innovative products to revolutionary services, the pitches cover a wide range of industries and concepts.
After the pitch, the Dragons have the opportunity to ask probing questions about the venture, diving deeper into the entrepreneur’s plans, projections, and potential for success. It’s a high-stakes game of negotiation and persuasion as both sides work to strike a deal that benefits everyone involved.
Don’t miss out on the action and excitement of “Dragons’ Den,...
Each entrepreneur has just three minutes to present their business proposal, hoping to persuade the Dragons to invest their own money and help bring their ideas to life. From innovative products to revolutionary services, the pitches cover a wide range of industries and concepts.
After the pitch, the Dragons have the opportunity to ask probing questions about the venture, diving deeper into the entrepreneur’s plans, projections, and potential for success. It’s a high-stakes game of negotiation and persuasion as both sides work to strike a deal that benefits everyone involved.
Don’t miss out on the action and excitement of “Dragons’ Den,...
- 3/22/2024
- by Posts UK
- TV Everyday
Get ready for an exciting and entrepreneurial evening with the latest episode of “Dragons’ Den,” airing this Thursday at 8:00 Pm on BBC One. In Season 21 Episode 12, viewers are treated to a diverse array of pitches from aspiring entrepreneurs eager to secure investment from the formidable panel of Dragons.
First up, a father-and-son duo showcase their innovative shower cleaning invention, hoping to impress the Dragons with its potential to revolutionize bathroom maintenance. Next, an investment banker turned entrepreneur presents her solution to bladder incontinence, confident that her product will address a pressing healthcare need.
Then, a passionate foodie shares her ambitious plans for her bean brand, aiming to capture the hearts and taste buds of consumers nationwide. Finally, a pair of skincare enthusiasts pitch their beauty price comparison app, seeking investment to scale their business and disrupt the beauty industry.
With each pitch offering its own unique blend of innovation,...
First up, a father-and-son duo showcase their innovative shower cleaning invention, hoping to impress the Dragons with its potential to revolutionize bathroom maintenance. Next, an investment banker turned entrepreneur presents her solution to bladder incontinence, confident that her product will address a pressing healthcare need.
Then, a passionate foodie shares her ambitious plans for her bean brand, aiming to capture the hearts and taste buds of consumers nationwide. Finally, a pair of skincare enthusiasts pitch their beauty price comparison app, seeking investment to scale their business and disrupt the beauty industry.
With each pitch offering its own unique blend of innovation,...
- 3/15/2024
- by Posts UK
- TV Everyday
Get ready for another round of entrepreneurial excitement as “Dragons’ Den” returns with Season 21 Episode 2, hitting the screens on Thursday, January 11, 2024, at 8:00 Pm on BBC One. In this episode, the Den welcomes a diverse trio of hopefuls, each armed with innovative ideas and a passion for success.
First up are a former special effects make-up artist and her brother, showcasing their natural skincare range. The Dragons are in for a treat as they explore the potential of this unique venture, testing the waters of the beauty industry.
Following closely are a dynamic pair of twins, armed with a solution to aid renters in securing mortgages or leases. Their pitch promises to revolutionize the real estate landscape, leaving viewers curious about the Dragons’ reactions to this inventive proposal.
Lastly, a wild swimming entrepreneur dives into the Den, hoping to make a splash with their business idea. As the Dragons assess the viability of each pitch,...
First up are a former special effects make-up artist and her brother, showcasing their natural skincare range. The Dragons are in for a treat as they explore the potential of this unique venture, testing the waters of the beauty industry.
Following closely are a dynamic pair of twins, armed with a solution to aid renters in securing mortgages or leases. Their pitch promises to revolutionize the real estate landscape, leaving viewers curious about the Dragons’ reactions to this inventive proposal.
Lastly, a wild swimming entrepreneur dives into the Den, hoping to make a splash with their business idea. As the Dragons assess the viability of each pitch,...
- 1/5/2024
- by Posts UK
- TV Everyday
This Thursday on BBC One, the entrepreneurial stage is set for an exhilarating Season 21 Episode 1 of “Dragons’ Den” at 8:00 Pm. Aspiring entrepreneurs are gearing up for a shot at making their dreams come true as they step into the den to pitch their business ideas to five shrewd multimillionaire investors.
In this make-or-break episode, the tension is palpable as each entrepreneur has only one chance to impress the seasoned panel of investors. The stakes are high, and the pressure is on to secure the backing that could turn their business aspirations into reality. Viewers can anticipate a rollercoaster of pitches, ranging from innovative concepts to ambitious ventures, all with the hopes of winning over the dragons. “Dragons’ Den” continues its legacy of showcasing the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, providing an inside look at the cutthroat world of business investment. Tune in at 8:00 Pm for an evening of suspense,...
In this make-or-break episode, the tension is palpable as each entrepreneur has only one chance to impress the seasoned panel of investors. The stakes are high, and the pressure is on to secure the backing that could turn their business aspirations into reality. Viewers can anticipate a rollercoaster of pitches, ranging from innovative concepts to ambitious ventures, all with the hopes of winning over the dragons. “Dragons’ Den” continues its legacy of showcasing the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, providing an inside look at the cutthroat world of business investment. Tune in at 8:00 Pm for an evening of suspense,...
- 12/29/2023
- by Posts UK
- TV Everyday
The UK’s number one heart charity.
Coronary heart disease is the UK’s single biggest killer but the Bhf is leading the fight against it. Its pioneering research has helped to transform the lives of people living with heart and circulatory conditions.
Its work has been central to the discoveries of vital treatments that are helping to change the face of the UK’s fight against heart disease.
A timeline of the charity’s celebrity support can be found here.
Celebrity supporters
British Heart Foundation has 13 known supporters, including Helen Mirren, Status Quo, and Duncan Bannatyne
Areas of work Health Read more about British Heart Foundation's work and celebrity supporters. Related articles Monty Python Stars To Attend Charity Screening Of Banned MovieJames Bond And Friends Go Red For Heart HealthSharon Osbourne Leads Big Donation Campaign For CharityThe Saturday's Mollie King Fronts British Heart Foundation CampaignAmy Childs Joins Great British...
Coronary heart disease is the UK’s single biggest killer but the Bhf is leading the fight against it. Its pioneering research has helped to transform the lives of people living with heart and circulatory conditions.
Its work has been central to the discoveries of vital treatments that are helping to change the face of the UK’s fight against heart disease.
A timeline of the charity’s celebrity support can be found here.
Celebrity supporters
British Heart Foundation has 13 known supporters, including Helen Mirren, Status Quo, and Duncan Bannatyne
Areas of work Health Read more about British Heart Foundation's work and celebrity supporters. Related articles Monty Python Stars To Attend Charity Screening Of Banned MovieJames Bond And Friends Go Red For Heart HealthSharon Osbourne Leads Big Donation Campaign For CharityThe Saturday's Mollie King Fronts British Heart Foundation CampaignAmy Childs Joins Great British...
- 3/27/2023
- Look to the Stars
Duncan Bannatyne's girlfriend has hit back after Lady Colin Campbell hinted that she's a gold digger. Nigora Whitehorn, 35, has spoken out after the 66-year-old star revealed she hopes Duncan, also 66, and his girlfriend get married soon so that she can leave him and take all of his money. Nigora - who got together with the twice divorced former 'Dragons' Den' star earlier this year - wrote on Twitter: ''LadyC just can't handle the success of my man who's just donated all of his 100k fee @imacelebrity to @operationsmile.'' Lady C's comments - which she can be heard making on the...
- 12/9/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Lady Colin Campbell called the police after claiming Duncan Bannatyne ''physically assaulted'' her. The royal biographer has confessed she contacted the police in Australia after the former 'Dragons' Den' star allegedly assaulted both her and her son Dima following their numerous spats in the 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!' jungle. She wrote on Twitter: ''Thanks 4 supporting Dima and me when Duncan physically assaulted me on TV and him at the base camp. Police came but haven't pressed charges.'' The 66-year-old's comment came after viewers claimed they saw Duncan shove Lady C on spin-off show 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of...
- 12/9/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Lady Colin Campbell hopes Duncan Bannatyne's girlfriend is using him for his money. The 66-year-old royal biographer accused the former 'Dragons' Den' star, also 66, of bullying her in the 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!' jungle and has now responded to comments his 35-year-old girlfriend Nigora Whitehorn made about her. While reading an article in which Nigora claimed she had no class, Lady C said: ''How would she know?'' Nigora also said that while she found her entertaining to begin with, she took it to far when she branded Duncan a ''p**sy''. Speaking on the 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!
- 12/9/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Tony Hadley has denied claims he bullied Lady Colin Campbell. The 66-year-old star threatened to take the Spandau Ballet singer and former 'Dragons' Den' star Duncan Bannatyne to court after claiming their treatment of her was the reason she quit 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!', but Tony's now insisted she was the only one behaving like a bully. He said: ''Everyone who knows me, knows that I'm no bully. I didn't want any confrontations in the jungle, but I won't sit there and allow somebody to call me a buffoon and Brain [Friedman] a 'bitchy old queen'. Who is she...
- 12/7/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Lady Colin Campbell hopes Duncan Bannatyne's girlfriend is using him for his money. The 66-year-old royal biographer accused the former 'Dragons' Den' star, also 66, of bullying her in the 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!' jungle and has now responded to comments his 35-year-old girlfriend Nigora Whitehorn made about her. While reading an article in which Nigora claimed she had no class, Lady C said: ''How would she know?'' Nigora also said that while she found her entertaining to begin with, she took it to far when she branded Duncan a ''p**sy''. Speaking on the 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!
- 12/7/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Lady Colin Campbell has poked fun at Duncan Bannatyne's small manhood. The 66-year-old socialite was at loggerheads with the entrepreneur during their time together on 'I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!' and, despite the passing of time, Lady C's views on the billionaire have not softened. She said: ''Duncan has had such a bad facelift that he can't even close his eyes when he sleeps. He's an ugly old goat. And I know how to cook goat. He showed himself in his underpants the other day and I'm not interested in one peanut in a husk and two little nuts on...
- 12/7/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Lady Colin Campbell claims she got her full appearance fee for 'I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!' because she threatened to sue ITV. The 66-year-old socialite made an early exit from the reality TV programme amid claims she was being bullied by Tony Hadley and Duncan Bannatyne, and Lady C has now revealed she's been able to keep her £70,000 fee. She said: ''I visited producers to complain about the bullying. I don't know how often - several times a day. ''At first I asked they intervene and when it became apparent that it was ongoing, I had to demand action. I...
- 12/6/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Jorgie Porter thinks Duncan Bannatyne would be ''proper dirty'' in bed. The 'Hollyoaks' actress - who spent three weeks with the former 'Dragons' Den' star in the 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!' jungle - has revealed who she really had her eye on in the camp after admitting Union J star George Shelley, 22, is ''too young'' for her. She said: ''If I had to do jungle Sh*g, Marry, Avoid I'd marry Kieron [Dyer] because he loves his wife a lot, and he respects her so much. ''Then I'd sh*g Duncan, he looks like he'd be right proper dirty, he's probably...
- 12/5/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Lady Colin Campbell claims she got her full appearance fee for 'I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!' because she threatened to sue ITV. The 66-year-old socialite made an early exit from the reality TV programme amid claims she was being bullied by Tony Hadley and Duncan Bannatyne, and Lady C has now revealed she's been able to keep her £70,000 fee. She said: ''I visited producers to complain about the bullying. I don't know how often - several times a day. ''At first I asked they intervene and when it became apparent that it was ongoing, I had to demand action. I...
- 12/4/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Lady Colin Campbell claims she was ''run out'' of the 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!' camp by Tony Hadley and Duncan Bannatyne. The 66-year-old star shockingly quit the reality show yesterday (03.12.15) on ''medical grounds'', but she's now revealed the real reason she decided to leave was because she felt she was being bullied by the Spandau Ballet singer and the former 'Dragon's Den' star. She said: ''After it became apparent I was getting all of the attention it caused a tremendous amount of bad feeling in the camp and then it became increasingly difficult. ''Tony's refusal [to be chambermaid as...
- 12/3/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Lady Colin Campbell claims she was ''run out'' of the 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!' camp by Tony Hadley and Duncan Bannatyne. The 66-year-old star shockingly quit the reality show yesterday (03.12.15) on ''medical grounds'', but she's now revealed the real reason she decided to leave was because she felt she was being bullied by the Spandau Ballet singer and the former 'Dragon's Den' star. She said: ''After it became apparent I was getting all of the attention it caused a tremendous amount of bad feeling in the camp and then it became increasingly difficult. ''Tony's refusal [to be chambermaid as...
- 12/1/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Yvette Fielding has accused Lady Colin Campbell of personally attacking her in the 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!' jungle. The 'Most Haunted' host was voted out of the competition last night (30.11.15) and has revealed the royal biographer has been launching personal attacks on her, Duncan Bannatyne, Tony Hadley and evicted campmate Brian Friedman during their time in the jungle, but says they've been edited out by producers. Yvette said: ''I think I lost my temper with her eventually because what you didn't see on camera is the personal comments that she was making towards myself, Duncan, Tony and Brian.
- 12/1/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Duncan Bannatyne's girlfriend has slammed his 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!' campmate Lady Colin Campbell after she branded him a ''p**sy''. Nigora Whitehorn, 35 - who began dating the 66-year-old former 'Dragon's Den' star earlier this year - has spoken out in defence of her man after he and Lady C had a row over a can of tomato soup. She said: ''I think she has gone too far, she was very entertaining at the start but she crossed too far and it is all about her really. ''Lady C is too opinionated and she needs to step back and shut...
- 11/25/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Duncan Bannatyne's girlfriend has slammed his 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!' campmate Lady Colin Campbell after she branded him a ''p**sy''. Nigora Whitehorn, 35 - who began dating the 66-year-old former 'Dragon's Den' star earlier this year - has spoken out in defence of her man after he and Lady C had a row over a can of tomato soup. She said: ''I think she has gone too far, she was very entertaining at the start but she crossed too far and it is all about her really. ''Lady C is too opinionated and she needs to step back and shut...
- 11/24/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Duncan Bannatyne clashed with Lady Colin Campbell over a tin of tomato soup on tonight's episode (21.11.15) of 'I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here'. The 'Dragons' Den' star fell out with the 66-year-old socialite over her decision, as camp leader, to use the camp's Dingo Dollars to buy the tinned food. She said: ''Shall we all agree that we offer [the Snake Rock team] quarter of the tomato soup?'' To which Duncan replied: ''No, they can have the whole bloody tin, they've been starving for three days, we've got the banquet. ''It's a tin of bloody soup, one tin, end of story.
- 11/21/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Duncan Bannatyne clashed with Lady Colin Campbell over a tin of tomato soup on tonight's episode (21.11.15) of 'I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here'. The 'Dragons' Den' star fell out with the 66-year-old socialite over her decision, as camp leader, to use the camp's Dingo Dollars to buy the tinned food. She said: ''Shall we all agree that we offer [the Snake Rock team] quarter of the tomato soup?'' To which Duncan replied: ''No, they can have the whole bloody tin, they've been starving for three days, we've got the banquet. ''It's a tin of bloody soup, one tin, end of story.
- 11/19/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Duncan Bannatyne is ''actively trying'' for a baby. The former 'Dragons' Den' star, 66, may have only been dating his girlfriend Nigora Whitehorn, 36, who is 30 years his junior, for six months but he has admitted he's desperate to become a dad again and start a little brood with his lover. Duncan, who already has seven children from his two previous marriages, said: ''We're actively trying. [I do worry about being an old dad]. I don't want to be an old man with Nigora, let alone a child. I hope to live to be 100.'' But, although they're keen...
- 11/17/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Jorgie Porter, Duncan Bannatyne and Spencer Matthews are among the stars confirmed for 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!' The 'Hollyoaks' actress, former 'Dragon's Den' star and 'Made in Chelsea' lothario are among the celebrities that have reportedly been confirmed for the upcoming series of the reality show. 'The Only Way Is Essex' star Ferne McCann, former 'Geordie Shore' beauty Vicky Pattison and 'The X Factor' choreographer Brian Friedman are also set to arrive in Australia ahead of the start of the show this weekend, according to The Sun newspaper. Completing the line-up are former boxing champion Chris Eubank, retired footballer Kieron...
- 11/9/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Duncan Bannatyne has signed up for 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!' The former 'Dragon's Den' star has reportedly agreed to jet to the Australian jungle to take part in the popular reality show later this year. A source said: ''Duncan is really excited about 'I'm A Celebrity' and sees it as a new challenge after 'Dragon's Den'.'' And the 66-year-old entrepreneur - who has daughters Hollie, Abigail, Jennifer and Eve with first wife Gail and children Emily and Thomas with second wife Joanne - is planning to take his new girlfriend Nigora Whitehorn, 35, along with him. The insider told The...
- 10/10/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
A former star of Dragons' Den has been charged with child sex offences.
Doug Richard appeared as a Dragon in the first two series of the BBC programme, and was an adviser to David Cameron until three years ago.
He has been accused of three counts of sexual activity with a 13-year-old girl, and one count of causing or inciting a child to engage in sexual activity.
The American-born businessman currently lives in Cambridge, and will appear at City of London Magistrates' Court on October 5.
The 56-year-old - who is married with three children - has strongly denied the claims.
He said in a statement: "I absolutely deny the allegations made about me. It would be inappropriate to comment further given that the police are at a very early stage of their investigation."
Richard has worked with Prime Minister David Cameron for many years, and was hired to advise on...
Doug Richard appeared as a Dragon in the first two series of the BBC programme, and was an adviser to David Cameron until three years ago.
He has been accused of three counts of sexual activity with a 13-year-old girl, and one count of causing or inciting a child to engage in sexual activity.
The American-born businessman currently lives in Cambridge, and will appear at City of London Magistrates' Court on October 5.
The 56-year-old - who is married with three children - has strongly denied the claims.
He said in a statement: "I absolutely deny the allegations made about me. It would be inappropriate to comment further given that the police are at a very early stage of their investigation."
Richard has worked with Prime Minister David Cameron for many years, and was hired to advise on...
- 9/7/2015
- Digital Spy
Peter Jones would ''love'' to be on 'Strictly Come Dancing'. The 49-year-old businessman ''admires'' his 'Dragon's Den' co-panellist Deborah Meaden for her turn on the show and admits the only thing that has stopped him taking part so far is time. He said: ''I would love to do 'Strictly' but it's a question of time. They ask every year. ''I admire Deborah for doing it, it's a big challenge and takes so much of your life away. And she was great in it.'' Peter previously took part in a one-off special with former 'Dragon' Duncan Bannatyne. He told Heat magazine: ''I have done it. It...
- 7/6/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
Duncan Bannatyne has hinted he's set to marry his new girlfriend. The 'Dragon's Den' star was hit by allegations he'd threatened to post naked pictures of his ex-girlfriend Michelle Evans online on the weekend but he's now revealed he's unfazed by the claims, which he claims are false, as he's ''madly in love'' with dental treatment coordinator Nigora Whitehorn. Asked if he's ''bitter'' about the recent ''kiss and tell'', Duncan said: ''You don't feel bitter when you're madly in love. I feel like an excited school boy.'' Nigora - who met Duncan when he visited the Harley Street dental practice where she works...
- 6/21/2015
- Virgin Media - TV
BBC Two has revealed the three new Dragons who will join Peter Jones and Deborah Meaden on Dragons' Den.
Duncan Bannatyne, Kelly Hoppen and Piers Linney quit their roles at the end of the 12th series, which concluded on Sunday (March 15) night.
Moonpig.com creator Nick Jenkins, global clothing manufacturer and serial retail entrepreneur Touker Suleyman, and global restaurant entrepreneur Sarah Willingham will begin filming on the 13th series next week.
"I have always preferred the start-up stage to running a larger mature business. It is a more exhilarating journey and requires instinctive, fast decision-making," Jenkins said. "There is often not much information to analyse and the risk of failure is ever present.
"Today's technology means that it is possible for a business to succeed or fail much faster than ever before. I am very excited about joining Dragons' Den and using my experience to back some great new businesses...
Duncan Bannatyne, Kelly Hoppen and Piers Linney quit their roles at the end of the 12th series, which concluded on Sunday (March 15) night.
Moonpig.com creator Nick Jenkins, global clothing manufacturer and serial retail entrepreneur Touker Suleyman, and global restaurant entrepreneur Sarah Willingham will begin filming on the 13th series next week.
"I have always preferred the start-up stage to running a larger mature business. It is a more exhilarating journey and requires instinctive, fast decision-making," Jenkins said. "There is often not much information to analyse and the risk of failure is ever present.
"Today's technology means that it is possible for a business to succeed or fail much faster than ever before. I am very excited about joining Dragons' Den and using my experience to back some great new businesses...
- 3/17/2015
- Digital Spy
Piers Linney has announced that he is to leave Dragons' Den after two years.
The businessman has decided that he now aims to concentrate on his cloud computing company Outsourcery.
"I have enjoyed every minute of my time on Dragons' Den and feel honoured to have had the opportunity to contribute to such an iconic and long-running TV show and to have been the first Dragon with Afro Caribbean heritage," said Linney.
"It is now the right time for me to move on, although entrepreneurship and diversity are two of my greatest passions so I will continue to focus my energies on supporting both.
"It has been a great experience and a pleasure to share with millions of viewers the growing importance of digital innovation and how the technology and creative sectors are making their profound marks on the evolving landscape of British business.
"It will be interesting to see who takes my seat.
The businessman has decided that he now aims to concentrate on his cloud computing company Outsourcery.
"I have enjoyed every minute of my time on Dragons' Den and feel honoured to have had the opportunity to contribute to such an iconic and long-running TV show and to have been the first Dragon with Afro Caribbean heritage," said Linney.
"It is now the right time for me to move on, although entrepreneurship and diversity are two of my greatest passions so I will continue to focus my energies on supporting both.
"It has been a great experience and a pleasure to share with millions of viewers the growing importance of digital innovation and how the technology and creative sectors are making their profound marks on the evolving landscape of British business.
"It will be interesting to see who takes my seat.
- 1/30/2015
- Digital Spy
Duncan Bannatyne has quit 'Dragons' Den'. The 65-year-old health club mogul has announced he is to leave the hit BBC Two programme after 12 series to concentrate on ''other business commitments''. He said in a statement: ''I have had the time of my life as a Dragon, I have made numerous investments and taken part in a landmark TV programme that has promoted entrepreneurship to an entire generation of Britons. ''However, after the 2014 recordings I do not plan to make any further investments on the programme so I thought it fair to ask producers to offer my seat to somebody else.
- 7/9/2014
- Virgin Media - TV
Dragons' Den star Duncan Bannatyne has confirmed that he has decided to leave the show.
The 65-year-old - one of only two remaining original Dragons - explained today that he will quit after the current series has finished recording.
Bannatyne suggested that he is leaving the show "due to other business commitments" but also claimed that it is time for another business leader to take his seat.
"I have had the time of my life as a Dragon," he said. "I have made numerous investments and taken part in a landmark TV programme that has promoted entrepreneurship to an entire generation of Britons.
"However, after the 2014 recordings, I do not plan to make any further investments on the programme so I thought it fair to ask producers to offer my seat to somebody else. There are only so many times I can say, 'I'm out'."
Bannatyne also promised that his final series,...
The 65-year-old - one of only two remaining original Dragons - explained today that he will quit after the current series has finished recording.
Bannatyne suggested that he is leaving the show "due to other business commitments" but also claimed that it is time for another business leader to take his seat.
"I have had the time of my life as a Dragon," he said. "I have made numerous investments and taken part in a landmark TV programme that has promoted entrepreneurship to an entire generation of Britons.
"However, after the 2014 recordings, I do not plan to make any further investments on the programme so I thought it fair to ask producers to offer my seat to somebody else. There are only so many times I can say, 'I'm out'."
Bannatyne also promised that his final series,...
- 7/8/2014
- Digital Spy
Just when you thought Pharrell's 'Happy' was getting a little old-hat, the stars of Dragons' Den have given the neverending pop hit a new lease of life.
That's right. Dragons' Den. That room where budding entrepreneurs face the wrath of very scary and very rich businesspeople.
Celebrating their BAFTA nomination, Deborah Meaden, Duncan Bannatyne, Kelly Hoppen, Piers Linney and Peter Jones get down and boogie to 'Happy'. And it is one funny clip:
The video, clearly filmed on a mobile phone, was shot during a break for filming and Mr Jones's "Dragons rock" line might be the funniest thing you'll see all weekend.
That's right. Dragons' Den. That room where budding entrepreneurs face the wrath of very scary and very rich businesspeople.
Celebrating their BAFTA nomination, Deborah Meaden, Duncan Bannatyne, Kelly Hoppen, Piers Linney and Peter Jones get down and boogie to 'Happy'. And it is one funny clip:
The video, clearly filmed on a mobile phone, was shot during a break for filming and Mr Jones's "Dragons rock" line might be the funniest thing you'll see all weekend.
- 5/9/2014
- Digital Spy
Dragons' Den investor Duncan Bannatyne has told Digital Spy that co-star Deborah Meaden will "refuse" to be made fun of on Strictly Come Dancing.
Speaking at the National Lottery Stars gala last night (September 5), the health club boss predicted that 54-year-old Meaden will "be in for a few weeks" after she makes her Strictly debut tomorrow.
"I danced with Deborah for Let's Dance for Comic Relief [in 2009] and she's pretty good," Bannatyne said.
"I think she'll give it back to the judges and the public will warm to her, so I think she'll be in for a few weeks."
Asked if he feared Meaden had been cast as the 'joke' contestant, Bannatyne referenced a fellow Let's Dance co-star when he said: "No, she won't be a Jo Brand character. Absolutely not. She'll refuse."
Watch Duncan Bannatyne, Deborah Meaden and Dragons' Den co-star Peter Jones on Let's Dance for Comic Relief:
Bannatyne...
Speaking at the National Lottery Stars gala last night (September 5), the health club boss predicted that 54-year-old Meaden will "be in for a few weeks" after she makes her Strictly debut tomorrow.
"I danced with Deborah for Let's Dance for Comic Relief [in 2009] and she's pretty good," Bannatyne said.
"I think she'll give it back to the judges and the public will warm to her, so I think she'll be in for a few weeks."
Asked if he feared Meaden had been cast as the 'joke' contestant, Bannatyne referenced a fellow Let's Dance co-star when he said: "No, she won't be a Jo Brand character. Absolutely not. She'll refuse."
Watch Duncan Bannatyne, Deborah Meaden and Dragons' Den co-star Peter Jones on Let's Dance for Comic Relief:
Bannatyne...
- 9/6/2013
- Digital Spy
Dragons' Den returned for an 11th series last night (August 11), with some brand new Dragons in tow.
Kelly Hoppen was joined by Piers Linney on the panel, alongside regulars Deborah Meaden, Duncan Bannatyne and Peter Jones.
The interior designer has revealed that she had to make some difficult decisions during the filming of the latest series.
She told The Mirror: "It was heartbreaking seeing some people like that. I did get quite emotional a few times because you want to go up to them and give them a hug, but you can't because you're up against the clock.
"My usual business deals take a - couple of months to decide on. In the Den, no pitch lasts longer than an hour-and-a-half. You have to extract information, so there's no time to mollycoddle."
Hoppen said of the other Dragons: "It was enchanting how, as a new dragon, the others really took care of me.
Kelly Hoppen was joined by Piers Linney on the panel, alongside regulars Deborah Meaden, Duncan Bannatyne and Peter Jones.
The interior designer has revealed that she had to make some difficult decisions during the filming of the latest series.
She told The Mirror: "It was heartbreaking seeing some people like that. I did get quite emotional a few times because you want to go up to them and give them a hug, but you can't because you're up against the clock.
"My usual business deals take a - couple of months to decide on. In the Den, no pitch lasts longer than an hour-and-a-half. You have to extract information, so there's no time to mollycoddle."
Hoppen said of the other Dragons: "It was enchanting how, as a new dragon, the others really took care of me.
- 8/12/2013
- Digital Spy
We're saying goodbye to a beloved telly friend and welcoming back some attractive assassins in this week's Must-See TV - but there's more to look forward to than Skins and Nikita!
Read on for full details of the other great programmes hitting your box in the next seven days...
Skins: Monday (August 5) at 10pm on E4
Brace yourselves, because the conclusion of Cook's (Jack O'Connell) story this week is definitely, almost certainly, probably the final ever episode of Skins. Some of us here at DS Towers have grown from adolescents to adults alongside Effy, Cassie and the other Skins favourites featured in this trio of catch-ups, so it'll be a sad moment when those credits roll one last time.
Having witnessed his drug-dealing boss kill poor little Lucien Laviscount for sleeping with his missus - something of which he is also guilty - Cook goes on the run with...
Read on for full details of the other great programmes hitting your box in the next seven days...
Skins: Monday (August 5) at 10pm on E4
Brace yourselves, because the conclusion of Cook's (Jack O'Connell) story this week is definitely, almost certainly, probably the final ever episode of Skins. Some of us here at DS Towers have grown from adolescents to adults alongside Effy, Cassie and the other Skins favourites featured in this trio of catch-ups, so it'll be a sad moment when those credits roll one last time.
Having witnessed his drug-dealing boss kill poor little Lucien Laviscount for sleeping with his missus - something of which he is also guilty - Cook goes on the run with...
- 8/4/2013
- Digital Spy
A trailer for the new series of Dragons' Den has debuted.
The trailer - which features footage of newly recruited Dragons Piers Linney and Kelly Hoppen - was unveiled today (July 29) ahead of the show's return in August.
The pair replace Hilary Devey and Theo Paphitis on the show, after both decided not to return to their roles. They join Duncan Bannatyne, Deborah Meaden and Peter Jones on the panel.
Linney recently told Digital Spy that he felt the BBC series was in need of a revamp, saying: "Personally, I've watched the programme previously and I think it needed to be reinvigorated and freshened up."
"I think what's good about Kelly and Piers is that they bring a different dynamic," co-star Meaden added.
Dragons' Den's eleventh series begins next month on BBC Two.
The trailer - which features footage of newly recruited Dragons Piers Linney and Kelly Hoppen - was unveiled today (July 29) ahead of the show's return in August.
The pair replace Hilary Devey and Theo Paphitis on the show, after both decided not to return to their roles. They join Duncan Bannatyne, Deborah Meaden and Peter Jones on the panel.
Linney recently told Digital Spy that he felt the BBC series was in need of a revamp, saying: "Personally, I've watched the programme previously and I think it needed to be reinvigorated and freshened up."
"I think what's good about Kelly and Piers is that they bring a different dynamic," co-star Meaden added.
Dragons' Den's eleventh series begins next month on BBC Two.
- 7/29/2013
- Digital Spy
Dragons' Den stars Peter Jones and Deborah Meaden have refused to rule out replacing Lord Sugar on The Apprentice if the opportunity arose, but admitted that it would be near impossible to fill his shoes on the BBC One reality show.
British entrepreneur Jones claimed that he couldn't imagine anyone other than Sugar hiring and firing in the famous TV boardroom.
"I think it would be very hard to fill Alan's boots. Never say never, but I just can't imagine anybody else being in that position other than Alan," Jones told Digital Spy.
"He does it so well, that show is really him. I wouldn't be surprised if they stopped the show if he decided he didn't want to do it anymore."
Jones's Dragons co-star Meaden was more coy about the opportunity, teasing: "Oh, I'd wait to see if I was asked. How diplomatic am I?
"So far my gut...
British entrepreneur Jones claimed that he couldn't imagine anyone other than Sugar hiring and firing in the famous TV boardroom.
"I think it would be very hard to fill Alan's boots. Never say never, but I just can't imagine anybody else being in that position other than Alan," Jones told Digital Spy.
"He does it so well, that show is really him. I wouldn't be surprised if they stopped the show if he decided he didn't want to do it anymore."
Jones's Dragons co-star Meaden was more coy about the opportunity, teasing: "Oh, I'd wait to see if I was asked. How diplomatic am I?
"So far my gut...
- 7/22/2013
- Digital Spy
Dragons' Den star Duncan Bannatyne has criticised former co-star Hilary Devey.
The businessman claimed Devey would often arrive up to six hours late on the set of the BBC series.
He also stated that she would likely have been fired from the show had she not quit last year.
"I don't miss Hilary. She was never on set, she was always late," he told The Sun.
"Hilary can turn up six hours late and walk in like nothing has happened. And then say, 'I wasn't late'."
The Scot continued: "I don't think she would have had another year on Dragons' Den. I think she would have been let go if she hadn't left."
Dragons' Den will introduce interior designer Kelly Hoppen and former investment banker Piers Linney as replacements for the outgoing Devey and Theo Paphitis.
Bannatyne said of the new additions to the den: "Kelly has got an amazing insight into design and nutrition.
The businessman claimed Devey would often arrive up to six hours late on the set of the BBC series.
He also stated that she would likely have been fired from the show had she not quit last year.
"I don't miss Hilary. She was never on set, she was always late," he told The Sun.
"Hilary can turn up six hours late and walk in like nothing has happened. And then say, 'I wasn't late'."
The Scot continued: "I don't think she would have had another year on Dragons' Den. I think she would have been let go if she hadn't left."
Dragons' Den will introduce interior designer Kelly Hoppen and former investment banker Piers Linney as replacements for the outgoing Devey and Theo Paphitis.
Bannatyne said of the new additions to the den: "Kelly has got an amazing insight into design and nutrition.
- 7/15/2013
- Digital Spy
'Dragon's Den' star Duncan Bannatyne has slammed his former co-star Hilary Devey for always being late. The Scottish businessman has hit out at the 56-year-old entrepreneur claiming she would have been sacked if she hadn't of left on her own accord because she contributed to the show's failure by turning up to filming almost six hours late. Speaking to The Sun newspaper, he said: ''I don't miss Hilary. She was never on set, she was always late. ''Hilary can turn up six hours late and walk in like nothing has happened. And then say, 'I wasn't late'. ''I don't think she would...
- 7/15/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
Lord Alan Sugar insists no one could replace him on 'The Apprentice'. The business mogul has helmed the reality show since 2005 and while similar shows such as 'Dragons' Den' - which sees a panel of business experts, including Peter Jones and Duncan Bannatyne, pitched ideas to invest in - have been a hit with viewers, Lord Sugar insists none compare with his show. He said: ''If I leave there will be a lot of people queuing up to take over. It's the most spoken of thing among some of these so-called high-profile people. ''They say, 'Oh I was offered 'The Apprentice' but...
- 5/7/2013
- Virgin Media - Celebrity
Lord Alan Sugar has denied glamorising this year's edition of The Apprentice by hiring more attractive candidates.
The BBC One competition series returns tonight (May 7) at 9pm, with 16 new hopefuls attempting to win a role at one of Sugar's ventures.
Lord Sugar told The Sun: "I don't think the glamour is going to affect ratings. That wasn't intentional.
"To be honest with you, people make the best of themselves when they know they are going to be on TV. There was no deliberate, 'Get a load of dolly birds' or anything like that."
Among the female candidates this year include Luisa Zissman, who says she has the "sex appeal of Jessica Rabbit", and jazz singer Natalie Panayi.
Lord Sugar also revealed that he has no plans to quit The Apprentice, as he can't think of anyone better to replace him.
He said: "If I leave there will be a lot...
The BBC One competition series returns tonight (May 7) at 9pm, with 16 new hopefuls attempting to win a role at one of Sugar's ventures.
Lord Sugar told The Sun: "I don't think the glamour is going to affect ratings. That wasn't intentional.
"To be honest with you, people make the best of themselves when they know they are going to be on TV. There was no deliberate, 'Get a load of dolly birds' or anything like that."
Among the female candidates this year include Luisa Zissman, who says she has the "sex appeal of Jessica Rabbit", and jazz singer Natalie Panayi.
Lord Sugar also revealed that he has no plans to quit The Apprentice, as he can't think of anyone better to replace him.
He said: "If I leave there will be a lot...
- 5/7/2013
- Digital Spy
Duncan Bannatyne wishes he was Simon Cowell. The 'Dragons' Den' star - who has a record label called Bannatyne Music and is managing a new boy band called Reconnected - is envious of the 'X Factor' boss' knowledge of the music industry and would love to be able to spot successful future groups. He said: ''I wish had his great knowledge of music. But it's still interesting just to be involved, to see these guys sing and put a record out. ''I don't have any creative control. I've been in the studio, but I leave it to the boys. ''People keep saying,...
- 4/8/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
Duncan Bannatyne wishes he was Simon Cowell. The 'Dragons' Den' star - who has a record label called Bannatyne Music and is managing a new boy band called Reconnected - is envious of the 'X Factor' boss' knowledge of the music industry and would love to be able to spot successful future groups. He said: ''I wish had his great knowledge of music. But it's still interesting just to be involved, to see these guys sing and put a record out. ''I don't have any creative control. I've been in the studio, but I leave it to the boys. ''People keep saying,...
- 4/8/2013
- Virgin Media - Celebrity
Dragons' Den has announced Piers Linney as the fifth and final Dragon for its new series.
The co-ceo of Outsourcery - an award-winning cloud service provider - has previously appeared in Channel 4's The Secret Millionaire, where he worked with prisoners in a Young Offenders Institution.
He is also named on The Power List as one of the 100 most influential black Britons.
Linney joins Duncan Bannatyne, Peter Jones, Deborah Meaden and fellow new Dragon Kelly Hoppen on the 11th series of the BBC show.
"I am excited to have the opportunity to join Dragons' Den and once again support entrepreneurs both financially and through my extensive network," Linney said
"I also think I can widen the appeal of the Den to information economy entrepreneurs as they are key to the future success of the UK economy."
Watch a clip of Piers Linney giving his advice to entrepreneurs below:
Ceri Aston,...
The co-ceo of Outsourcery - an award-winning cloud service provider - has previously appeared in Channel 4's The Secret Millionaire, where he worked with prisoners in a Young Offenders Institution.
He is also named on The Power List as one of the 100 most influential black Britons.
Linney joins Duncan Bannatyne, Peter Jones, Deborah Meaden and fellow new Dragon Kelly Hoppen on the 11th series of the BBC show.
"I am excited to have the opportunity to join Dragons' Den and once again support entrepreneurs both financially and through my extensive network," Linney said
"I also think I can widen the appeal of the Den to information economy entrepreneurs as they are key to the future success of the UK economy."
Watch a clip of Piers Linney giving his advice to entrepreneurs below:
Ceri Aston,...
- 3/11/2013
- Digital Spy
Nanny Pat and the cast of The Only Way Is Essex will be seen dancing the Harlem Shake on tonight's show.
Towie regulars will perform the 'Essex Shake' on a night out at Darrell Privett's club.
DJ Baauer's track was originally released as a free download by Diplo's label Mad Decent in May 2012.
However, the track has recently spawned a viral video craze, with celebrities including Dannii Minogue, Duncan Bannatyne, Noel Edmonds and Davina McCall all offering their own takes on the internet meme.
Organisations including the Norwegian army, Manchester City football club and the Sauber formula one team have also filmed their own versions of the Harlem Shake, while The Simpsons has also paid homage to the trend.
The Sunny Coast Skate video which was attributed with kick-starting the 'Harlem Shake' craze has now passed 20 million views on YouTube, and over 40,000 different versions of the dance are reported...
Towie regulars will perform the 'Essex Shake' on a night out at Darrell Privett's club.
DJ Baauer's track was originally released as a free download by Diplo's label Mad Decent in May 2012.
However, the track has recently spawned a viral video craze, with celebrities including Dannii Minogue, Duncan Bannatyne, Noel Edmonds and Davina McCall all offering their own takes on the internet meme.
Organisations including the Norwegian army, Manchester City football club and the Sauber formula one team have also filmed their own versions of the Harlem Shake, while The Simpsons has also paid homage to the trend.
The Sunny Coast Skate video which was attributed with kick-starting the 'Harlem Shake' craze has now passed 20 million views on YouTube, and over 40,000 different versions of the dance are reported...
- 3/6/2013
- Digital Spy
Noel Edmonds and Dragons' Den star Duncan Bannatyne are among the latest celebrities to get involved in the Harlem Shake craze.
Edmonds has filmed his version of the viral video trend on the set of his Channel 4 show Deal or No Deal and showcases some unusual dance moves of his own.
Watch the Deal or No Deal Harlem Shake:
Meanwhile, Bannatyne has filmed his Shake with his new boyband Reconnected.
The millionaire businessman uses the video to promote his group's single 'One In A Million'.
Watch the Duncan Bannatyne Harlem Shake:...
Edmonds has filmed his version of the viral video trend on the set of his Channel 4 show Deal or No Deal and showcases some unusual dance moves of his own.
Watch the Deal or No Deal Harlem Shake:
Meanwhile, Bannatyne has filmed his Shake with his new boyband Reconnected.
The millionaire businessman uses the video to promote his group's single 'One In A Million'.
Watch the Duncan Bannatyne Harlem Shake:...
- 3/1/2013
- Digital Spy
The Only Way Is Essex could see Danny Dyer and Dappy cameo in its new series, cast members Kirk Norcross, Gemma Collins and Jessica Wright have revealed to Digital Spy.
Norcross alerted producers to when he would be "chilling" with his celebrity pals, and said that the pair would be up for appearing on Towie as long as the show doesn't "tarnish what they've built".
Wright, meanwhile, said that she would like X Factor star and Celebrity Big Brother winner Rylan Clark to appear, believing him to be "so Towie".
Collins though admitted that she wants to sit next to the likes of Duncan Bannatyne and Peter Jones on rival reality show Dragons' Den, confessing that she has a little crush on one of the BBC programme's panellists.
The trio also discussed Collins's "sexual thoughts" about ex-boyfriend James 'Arg' Argent, last year's poorly-received Towie: Live and Norcross being...
Norcross alerted producers to when he would be "chilling" with his celebrity pals, and said that the pair would be up for appearing on Towie as long as the show doesn't "tarnish what they've built".
Wright, meanwhile, said that she would like X Factor star and Celebrity Big Brother winner Rylan Clark to appear, believing him to be "so Towie".
Collins though admitted that she wants to sit next to the likes of Duncan Bannatyne and Peter Jones on rival reality show Dragons' Den, confessing that she has a little crush on one of the BBC programme's panellists.
The trio also discussed Collins's "sexual thoughts" about ex-boyfriend James 'Arg' Argent, last year's poorly-received Towie: Live and Norcross being...
- 2/22/2013
- Digital Spy
Kelly Hoppen is in a ''different league financially'' to the other Dragons' Den stars. The interior designer has joined the panel of the BBC business show - where hopefuls pitch their ideas to successful entrepreneurs - but sources claim she doesn't have the same financial clout to invest as the show's other stars; Peter Jones, Duncan Bannatyne and Deborah Meaden. Documents filed with Companies House for Kelly's business Khi Services Ltd show profits of just £160,000 over the last two years. A source told the Daily Mirror newspaper: ''In some of the shows Dragons part with £100,000 in 10 minutes, and it doesn't...
- 2/20/2013
- Virgin Media - Celebrity
Kelly Hoppen is in a ''different league financially'' to the other Dragons' Den stars. The interior designer has joined the panel of the BBC business show - where hopefuls pitch their ideas to successful entrepreneurs - but sources claim she doesn't have the same financial clout to invest as the show's other stars; Peter Jones, Duncan Bannatyne and Deborah Meaden. Documents filed with Companies House for Kelly's business Khi Services Ltd show profits of just £160,000 over the last two years. A source told the Daily Mirror newspaper: ''In some of the shows Dragons part with £100,000 in 10 minutes, and it doesn't...
- 2/20/2013
- Virgin Media - TV
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