Dragons' Den viewers reel over format change as they fume BBC show is 'ruined'

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Dragons' Den viewers reel over format change as they fume BBC show is 'ruined'
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Dragons' Den viewers were left fuming just minutes into the new series as they were forced to endure a guest appearance from Joe Wicks - and they soon switched off

Dragons' Den viewers were quick to voice their displeasure shortly after the launch of the new series.

Joining the seasoned entrepreneurs was guest Dragon Joe Wicks, known for his health and fitness expertise and widely recognised as The Body Coach. One viewer expressed their frustration, commenting: "FFS! - New series of #DragonsDen on BBC and "guest influencers" to be a regular part of the show, tonight Joe Wicks. How long before we get a drag queen on the panel as is omnipresent on all BBC output?"

A third shared a similar sentiment: "Can't fu****g BEAR guest dragons. Just to shoehorn in a schmaltzy hook. Get them OFF. I want Deborah and Peter fighting over a pitch, not some plonker wheeled in which messes the vibe up. If it ain't broke, don't fix it.

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