BBC The Apprentice's return is just around the corner and 16 more people are going head to head in a bid to win Lord Alan Sugar's £250,000 investment. The popular series once again sees aides Karren Brady and former winner Tim Campbell help Lord Sugar to find his next business partner, there's also a brief appearance from fan favourite Claude Littner in the first two episodes.
With its first series airing in 2005, The Apprentice has become a fan favourite TV show and has gifted viewers with many memorable contestants. Over the years, the likes of 'Queen of Mean' Katie Hopkins, the eccentric Ryan-Mark Parsons and Celebs Go Dating's Navid Sole have all tried and failed to secure Lord Sugar's investment.
With its 17th series on the way, what better time to look back at some of The Apprentice's former winners. These are the people who truly had what it takes to be hired by Lord Sugar. For more showbiz and television stories get our newsletter here.
