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Mark Cuban Bids Farewell to 'Shark Tank' After 16 Seasons

The billionaire entrepreneur's final episode featured heartfelt tributes, a retrospective of his impact, and his decision to focus on family and healthcare innovation.

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Overview

  • Mark Cuban's final 'Shark Tank' episode aired on May 16, 2025, concluding his 16-year tenure as a full-time shark since 2012.
  • The finale included a tribute highlighting Cuban's memorable moments, including his 'money dance' and investments in successful companies like Dude Wipes and BeatBox Beverages.
  • Cuban's departure stems from a desire to spend more time with his teenage children, a decision he announced in November 2023.
  • Daniel Lubetzky, founder of KIND Snacks and a former guest investor, has been promoted to a permanent role on the panel following Cuban's exit.
  • Cuban will redirect his focus to his online pharmacy, Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drugs, aiming to disrupt the U.S. healthcare system by lowering prescription costs.