Trump says Don Jr. would be ‘good’ host if ‘The Apprentice’ returns
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President Donald Trump is addressing rumors that “The Apprentice” will return under the direction of his son, Donald Trump Jr.
On Thursday, Trump answered questions from reporters in the Oval Office and was asked his thoughts on the reality series making a comeback.
“Well, I heard about it,” Trump said, referring to rumors of a comeback.
President Donald Trump believes his son Donald Trump Jr. has what it takes to bring back “The Apprentice.” (Gary Gershoff/WireImage)
“Look, we’ve had great success. 14 seasons and ‘The Apprentice’ was a tremendous success, so I hear that a little bit.
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First son Donald J. Trump Jr. (left) sits next to her father, President Donald Trump, on the set of “The Apprentice” in 2009. (Bill Tompkins/Getty Images)
Trump concluded: “So we’ll see what happens. He’s a good guy. He’d probably be nice. He’s got some charisma. You need some charisma for this idiot. So we’ll see what happens.”
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“The Apprentice” first aired in 2004, with Trump hosting it. He held this position until 2015, during which time various seasons and celebrity broadcasts were released. The series aired its last episode in 2017.
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The reality TV series followed a group of contestants competing in business-related challenges for the chance to win a high-profile job opportunity.
Donald Trump Jr., Donald Trump and Ivanka Trump attend the Season 6 finale of “The Apprentice” at the Hollywood Bowl in Hollywood, California. (Mathew Imaging/FilmMagic)
Trump’s son has no background in reality television but served as vice president of real estate development and acquisitions for the Trump business.
Don Jr. he was also heavily involved in Trump’s presidential campaigns and administration, often acting as a surrogate and public defender. He has also written books and is active in the media and public speaking.
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