What is Peter Jones net worth and is he married?
PETER Jones has become a household name on TV, thanks to his big pot of cash.
The television star is best known for the hit BBC show Dragons' Den, but fans may wonder how much money he REALLY has in the bank.
Who is Peter Jones?
Peter David Jones, CBE was born March 18, 1966 in Maidenhead.
He is a British entrepreneur and businessman with interests in mobile phones, television, media, leisure and property.
Peter started his business career at the young age of 16, when he set up a company which made personal computers.
He shot to TV fame on Dragons' Den, and on American television series American Inventor.
The popular star was awarded a CBE in the 2009 New Year Honours.
What is Peter Jones' net worth?
Peter's net worth has been estimated at around £500M.
He made his money through companies like Phones International Group, Red Letter Day and the Peter Jones TV production company.
The businessman also has a broad portfolio of properties.
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When did Peter Jones join Dragons' Den?
Peter is the last original panellist on Dragons' Den, and has been on the show since it started in 2005.
The show sees entrepreneurs pitch for investment in front of the Dragons, who are five venture capitalists willing to invest their own money in exchange for equity.
Speaking about being the longest serving Dragon, he told bradfordzone.co.uk: "I can’t think of any other TV show that has so much positive impact on people’s lives.
"To have the opportunity to listen and hear about someone’s business idea and dream, and be able to invest and help them make those dreams a reality is extremely special.
"I’ve been lucky enough to have sat through over 1,000 pitches on Dragons’ Den and still, even to this day, I get excited as soon as those lift doors open."
When asked why he thinks the show is still relevant after all these years, Peter said: "Because it’s real.
"To be able to watch and listen to how people pitch their business idea, at the same time listen to the feedback and interrogation from the Dragons that follows can be incredibly enlightening. So many business lessons in such a short space of time.
"It’s very competitive too and that’s so relevant in business."
Is Peter Jones married?
The TV star lives in Beaconsfield with his partner, interior designer Tara, and their three children Natalie, Isabella and Tallulah.
Peter was married previously to Caroline with whom he has two children, William and Annabelle.
He is a passionate car enthusiast and he owns several classic and luxury sports cars.
How can I watch Dragons' Den?
Dragons' Den season 21 airs on BBC One at 8pm on Thursday nights.
It will run for 14 weeks, with the last episode predicted to be screened on April 4, 2024.
You can catch up with missed episodes on the iPlayer.
Asked what viewers can expect from season 21, Peter told bradfordzone.co.uk: "It’s a landmark year in that we have Guest Dragons joining the Den for the first time.
"It’s going to be different and as competitive as ever.
"There are so many great investments this series and that means the Dragons are having to fight amongst themselves in order to win an investment."