Mark Cuban Announces Departure from Shark Tank After 15 Seasons

LOS ANGELES, California — Mark Cuban, known for his role as a panelist on the hit show Shark Tank, has announced that he will leave after 15 seasons. His departure comes as a heartfelt end to his long tenure on the reality series, which has been a staple of business-themed entertainment since its premiere.

Cuban revealed his plans to exit during a post on X, formerly known as Twitter. He wrote, “My last @ABCSharkTank is this Friday. Gonna miss it. But it was time to move on. Make sure to watch!” The announcement coincides with the airing of a recent teaser celebrating his many contributions to the program.

While many fans expressed sadness over his departure, some viewers shared that they might return to watching the show now that Cuban is leaving. Comments on X ranged from excitement about re-engaging with the series to expressions of gratitude for Cuban’s impact, with one user saying, “Oh good maybe I’ll start watching it again!”

Cuban, a billionaire entrepreneur, explained that personal reasons played a significant role in his decision. In an interview with People, he said he wants to spend more time with his teenage children, especially since filming for Shark Tank typically occurs during school months. “My kids are teenagers and I want to spend more time with them,” he stated. “Now that they’re teenagers, they aren’t waiting for Dad at all, and in September, they’ve just gotten back to school. I want to be there for that.”

Amid discussions about his exit, there have also been rumors that Cuban might run for President in the 2028 election. However, he has publicly dismissed these claims, stating, “Hell no. It’s not going to happen. No, I don’t want to be president.”

As Cuban prepares for his final appearance on Shark Tank, the business community and fans alike reflect on the impact he has had on aspiring entrepreneurs and the show’s legacy.