The BBC has recently unveiled the first glimpse of former Manchester United and England star, Gary Neville, on the set of the popular BBC One show, Dragons' Den. Neville is set to join the show for its 21st series, appearing alongside established Dragons Peter Jones, Deborah Meaden, Touker Suleyman, Sara Davies, and Steven Bartlett.
Since retiring from football, Neville has carved out a successful career as a pundit and co-commentator for Sky Sports and ITV. His business acumen is also evident in his co-ownership of UA92 and Salford City FC. Additionally, Neville has invested in the hospitality industry, owning two hotels in Manchester and the St Michael's property development in the city centre.
Gary Neville said:
"It's a pleasure to join the Dragons as a guest for the new series and see some of the amazing pitches from budding entrepreneurs from different walks of life. It was a privilege to share my knowledge and guidance with the brave entrepreneurs who entered the Den, but you’ll have to wait and see whether I committed to any investments."
The New Dragons' Den line-up
The upcoming series of Dragons' Den promises to be exciting with the addition of Neville and fashion mogul Emma Grede. Grede, the co-founder and CEO of Good American, has established multiple fashion, retail, and lifestyle brands. She co-founded the brand in 2016 with Khloé Kardashian and is also a founding partner of the shapewear brand SKIMS. Furthermore, she co-founded Safely, a plant-powered cleaning brand.
The new line-up for Series 21 includes:
- Gary Neville: Former Manchester United star and successful businessman
- Emma Grede: Fashion mogul and co-founder of Good American
- Peter Jones: Long-standing Dragon and business tycoon
- Deborah Meaden: Businesswoman and investor
- Touker Suleyman: Retail magnate
- Sara Davies: Founder of Crafter's Companion
- Steven Bartlett: Youngest ever Dragon and founder of Social Chain
While the BBC has confirmed the cast for the 21st series of Dragons' Den, the airing date in 2024 is yet to be announced. Fans of the show, particularly those with an interest in sports, are eagerly awaiting the chance to see how Neville will fare in the Den.
The addition of Neville and Grede to the Dragons' Den line-up is sure to bring a fresh perspective to the show. With their diverse backgrounds in sports, business, and fashion, viewers can look forward to a dynamic and exciting series. Stay tuned for the official announcement of the airing date.
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