Mark Burnett is the power producer who reintroduced President-elect Donald Trump to a national television audience on “The Apprentice.” being wiretapped He will be appointed by the next president to the newly created post of special envoy to the UK in the next administration.
London-born Mr. Burnett helped produce hits such as “Survivor” and “The Voice,” but is perhaps best known for teaming up with Mr. Trump to produce the film “The Voice.” are. “apprentice” It first aired on NBC in 2004.
Trump has been well known in real estate and pop culture circles for decades. But while the show helped put Trump’s name back on the map, the president severed ties with NBC in 2015 and began his first bid for the White House the same year.
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A person familiar with the decision told CBS News that Barnett was initially on the list for consideration as U.S. ambassador to Britain, but his dual citizenship complicated the situation. The choice ultimately fell to Warren Stevens, CEO of investment bank Stevens, a Republican donor.
It is unclear what exactly Barnett’s role as special envoy will be.
“Mark has a distinguished career in television production and business and brings a unique blend of diplomatic acumen and international recognition to this important role,” President Trump announced Saturday.
Mr. Burnett’s selection continues President Trump’s trend of filling his next administration with people with prominent careers in television, politics, or both, including his pick for secretary of defense. pete hegsethformer co-host of “Fox & Friends Weekend,” former TV doctor and unsuccessful Pennsylvania Senate candidate, Mehmet Oz.
Trump’s first campaign in 2016 focused on his actions on “The Apprentice” and other shows he appeared on during his relationship with NBC, particularly his claims that he sexually assaulted women because he was a “star.” He was shaken by the allegations in the video in which he said he could run away. ”
Nearly a decade after leaving his reality TV role, Trump’s television career remains central to his biography and political rise. The show introduced Trump Tower to tens of millions of people as a symbol of power and success before Trump launched his first campaign campaign from the building’s lobby.
In a statement about Burnett, President Trump said, “Mark is known for creating and producing some of the biggest shows in television history,” listed some of his biggest hits, and said, “Mark is known for creating and producing some of the biggest shows in television history.” It should be “The Apprentice,”” Burnett said, adding, “13 Emmy Awards!”
Special envoys are typically selected by presidents of traditional hotspots around the world, including the Middle East, but President Trump has already said he wants Stephen Witkoff to fill the role. Although Britain has enjoyed a long-standing “special relationship” with the United States, making it one of Washington’s strongest allies globally, it is not normally a candidate for such a post.
But ahead of his inauguration on January 20, President Trump announced a series of special envoy positions for several prominent allies, including his chosen special envoy, Richard Grenell, the former ambassador to Germany. This announcement joins previous announcements, including the appointment of Adam Boehler as special presidential envoy for hostage affairs and Keith Kellogg as special envoy for Ukraine and Russia.
The president-elect said Barnett would “work to strengthen our diplomatic relationship, focusing on areas of mutual interest such as trade, investment opportunities and cultural exchanges.”
