Who became the youngest-ever Dragon on the UK series Dragon's Den?
Answer
Steven Bartlett
Steven Bartlett became the youngest-ever Dragon on the UK series Dragon's Den.
Bartlett joined the UK investor panel in 2022, bringing a background in digital media, marketing and technology entrepreneurship. He co-founded Social Chain, a social-media marketing agency, and later became known for The Diary of a CEO podcast.
His appointment was notable because of his age compared with the established investors who had appeared on the programme. It also reflected the growing importance of online brands, creator businesses and digital communities in the types of companies seeking investment.
The phrase “youngest-ever Dragon” refers to the investor’s age when joining the UK series. It does not mean the youngest entrepreneur to pitch, nor does it describe the age of a business founder appearing in the Den.