Which British television presenter hosted Dragons' Den after Adrian Chiles?

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Evan Davis hosted the British television show Dragons' Den after Adrian Chiles.

Davis took over presentation duties from Chiles and became strongly associated with the programme. As presenter, he introduced the entrepreneurs and helped viewers follow the often rapid negotiations between business owners and the Dragons.

Adrian Chiles presented the first UK series, so Davis was not the original host. This distinction matters because both presenters belong to the early history of the British adaptation, but they occupied the role at different points.

Davis is also a journalist and broadcaster known for work with the BBC, including presenting Newsnight. His Dragons' Den work sits alongside that wider broadcasting career. The investors, rather than the presenter, make or reject offers, while the presenter provides continuity and explains the action for the audience.

Source: Wikipedia · fact-checked Oct. 2026

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