Let me tell you something, folks. On the surface, it might seem like everything runs smoothly on Shark Tank, the hit ABC show. But guess what? There's a lot more going on behind the scenes than you'd think. And let me tell you, some of these stories are wild. For instance, did you know Barbara Corcoran almost didn't make the cut for the show?
Barbara Corcoran's Unexpected Journey to Shark Tank
Now, here's the deal. Barbara Corcoran, the real estate legend, actually signed a contract to be on the show. But then, out of the blue, they called her and said, "Uh, never mind, we've changed our minds." Can you believe that? She was told that the producers only wanted one woman in the cast, and guess what? It wasn't going to be her. But Barbara didn't just roll over. No way. She fired off what she calls "the best email of my life" to executive producer Mark Burnett. In it, she suggested they bring both women out to compete. And guess what? It worked! Barbara and Lori Greiner ended up being the two women on the show. Talk about a comeback.
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Barbara's New Focus After Dancing With the Stars
Now, here's another twist. Barbara Corcoran was on Dancing With the Stars, but she didn't make it all the way to the end. And guess what? That means she's got even more time to pour into her role on Shark Tank. She's bringing all that energy and focus back to the show where she belongs.
Robert Herjavec's Troubling Past Before Finding Love Again
And speaking of drama, let's talk about Robert Herjavec. You might know him as the guy who's always ready to make a deal on Shark Tank. But before he found love with his current wife, Kym Herjavec, on Dancing With the Stars, he went through a really rough patch. After divorcing his first wife, Diane Plese, after 26 years, Robert admitted that he hit rock bottom. He even thought about taking his own life. "I just wanted to end it," he once said. "I was hollow and broken." It's a powerful reminder that even the strongest people face challenges that test them to their core.
Kevin O'Leary's Struggles Balancing Shark Tank and Family Life
Then there's Kevin O'Leary, better known as Mr. Wonderful. Believe it or not, the show almost cost him his marriage. Back in 2011, Kevin and his wife, Linda O'Leary, separated briefly. Why? Because the time commitment to the show was just too much. "I spend more time with my co-stars than my family," Kevin admitted. "The time commitment is immense." It's a tough reality for anyone trying to balance a demanding career with family life.
So, folks, be sure to tune in to the two-hour-long Season 9 premiere of Shark Tank on Sunday, Oct. 1 at 8 p.m. on ABC. You don't want to miss it.
