Mark Burnett: From The Apprentice to Trump’s UK Envoy

Trump picks Mark Burnett as UK envoy.

Burnett is famous for creating The Apprentice.

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Role: Boost UK-US relations, focus on trade and culture.

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No such position exists for UK envoys now.

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Burnett is British-born, a US citizen at 64.

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He also produced Survivor, Shark Tank, and The Voice.

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Trump's decision reflects Burnett’s global fame.

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Special envoys usually focus on trouble zones.

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Burnett's religious projects inspire evangelicals.

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He introduced Obama and Trump at prayer breakfasts.

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