The billionaire businessman first appeared on ‘Shark Tank’ in season 2 as a guest and joined the ABC series full-time in the third season

Mark Cuban, the billionaire businessman and television personality, has announced that he will be leaving the hit show ‘Shark Tank’ after its upcoming 16th season. Cuban, who first appeared on the show as a guest in season 2 and joined full-time in the third season, shared this news during an interview on the All the Smoke podcast. He expressed that he feels “it’s time” to move on from the show.

“I love it because it sends the message that the American dream is alive and well,” Cuban explained. “In doing ‘Shark Tank’ all these years, we’ve trained multiple generations of entrepreneurs. It’s inspiring to see people from all walks of life come on the show and make their dreams a reality.”

Cuban also reflected on his experience as a Shark on the show, sharing some valuable insights. He emphasized that entrepreneurs should focus on the strength of their business and what sets them apart, rather than getting caught up in lengthy backstories. “Tell me about your business, tell me why you are going to be successful, tell me what’s different about it, tell me how you stand out,” he said.

While Cuban’s departure from ‘Shark Tank’ has not been officially confirmed by the network, his decision to prioritize his family is a key factor in his choice. He expressed that spending time with his loved ones outweighs any other obligations. “Family first, always,” Cuban stated. “I want to make sure I spend as much time with my daughter and my family as I can.”

As the news of Mark Cuban’s departure spreads, fans of the show will surely miss his insightful advice and entrepreneurial expertise. However, his legacy on ‘Shark Tank’ will continue to inspire generations of aspiring entrepreneurs. The show has become a platform for dreams to come true, demonstrating that with determination and a great idea, anyone can achieve the American dream.