Celebrity Apprentice Australia is set to return to screens for the first time in six years.
And now that the full line-up has been revealed, it’s bound to be an explosive season.
The contestants will be whipped into shape by British billionaire Lord Alan Sugar, 73, who replaces the former CEO, Mark Bouris.
Ready to rumble: Celebrity Apprentice Australia is set to return to screens for the first time in six years. And now that the full line-up has been revealed, it’s bound to be an explosive season
Set to air in 2021, the show has gathered an impressive line-up of A-listers ready to take on the business world or hear those iconic words: ‘You’re fired’.
In the competition are a series of famous faces, also including a celebrity trainer and a surf champion.
The line-up also includes a Married At First sight contestant, a celebrity trainer and a handful of pop stars.
Wow! Twin singers The Veronicas, both 35, (pictured) usually team up, but it appears the pop stars, who are known for hits such as Untouched and You ruin me, may be rivals on the show
The Veronicas – Lisa and Jess Origliasso – Pop stars
Twin singers The Veronicas, both 35, usually team up, but it appears the pop stars, who are known for hits such as Untouched and You ruin me, may be rivals on the show.
The ARIA Award-winning duo last made headlines when they were engaged in a fracas aboard a Qantas jet, so will fireworks fly when they’re under pressure?
Tough! As a judge on The Block, Shaynna Blaze, 57, (pictured) knows how to be no-nonsense and get down to some hard work
Shaynna Blaze – The Block judge
As a judge on The Block, Shaynna, 57, knows how to be no-nonsense and get down to some hard work.
Her experience as an interior designer and writer will give her an edge, too, over some of the less business minded folks.
Watch out! Having whipped people into shape on The Biggest Loser, Michelle Bridges, 49, (pictured) isn’t afraid of a little confrontation and a lot of motivation
Michelle Bridges – Celebrity trainer
Having whipped people into shape on The Biggest Loser, Michelle, 49, isn’t afraid of a little confrontation and a lot of motivation.
A successful business woman, Michelle will no doubt be looking to prove herself after a difficult year during which she split from her partner Steve Willis and was charged with a DUI.
He’s ready! Bringing more than good looks to the table, model David, 39, is a titan of endurance and sneaky tactics as the Winner of Australian Survivor: All-Stars. Pictured with Jessica Gomes
David Genat – Model and reality star
Bringing more than good looks to the table, David, 39, may be an international model but he’s also a titan of negotiation, endurance and sneaky tactics.
He was the Winner of Australian Survivor: All-Stars after all, so he knows how to survive in the jungle – but how about the concrete jungle?
The edge! Since appearing on Married at First Sight Martha Kalifatidis, 30, (pictured) has become a sought-after Instagram influencer and has big brands and businesses in her pocket
Martha Kalifatidis – Married At First Sight star
Martha, 30, is a makeup artist by trade, but since appearing on Married at First Sight she’s become a sought-after Instagram influencer.
Don’t count her out – she has the millennial edge, and is friendly with more than a few sought-after brands and businesses.
Ready for action: Anthony Callea, 37, (pictured) knows his way around a reality show, having come fourth on season two of I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! Australia
Anthony Callea – Singer
A household name after he was the runner-up in the 2004 season of Australian Idol, Anthony, 37, has had a successful career as a performer.
He knows his way around a reality show, having come fourth on season two of I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! Australia and starred on singing competition It Takes Two.
Host with the most: Radio star Michael ‘Wippa’ Wipfli, 41, better known as Wippa (pictured) could translate his love of pranks into some clever marketing schemes
Michael ‘Wippa’ Wipfli – Radio host
Appearing on Nova FM’s Fitzy & Wippa radio show, Michael, better known as Wippa, 41, could translate his love of pranks into some clever marketing schemes.
The father of three young children is also used to having his hands full, and taking things with good humour.
Knows her stuff: Perhaps Australia’s most iconic fashion designer, Camilla Franks, 42, (pictured) may be called the ‘queen of kaftans’ but she’s also an astute businesswoman
Camilla Franks – Fashion designer
Perhaps Australia’s most iconic fashion designer, Camilla, 42, may be called the ‘queen of kaftans’ but she’s also an astute businesswoman.
Camilla is also a fighter of the most impressive kind – she was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer in 2018, and has valiantly battled the diseases.
Hey kid! Representing Gen Z, Alex Hayes, 22, (pictured) – the season’s youngest contestant – rose to fame thanks to a fake shark selfie – and has been an Instagram sensation ever since
Alex Hayes – Surfer and Instagram star
Representing Gen Z, the 22-year-old – the season’s youngest contestant – rose to fame thanks to a fake shark selfie – and has been an Instagram sensation ever since.
Also an accomplished professional surfer, Alex is bound to bring some fresh ideas and youthful spirit to the competition.
Fun guy: Ross Noble, 44, (pictured) an English comedian and actor, who is based in Melbourne, is known for his dry wit and quips, perhaps bringing some comedic relief to the show
Ross Noble – Comedian
The 44-year-old English comedian and actor, who is based in Melbourne, is known for his dry wit and quips, perhaps bringing some comedic relief to the show.
Whether that will translate well in high-stakes environment remains to be seen, but he’s certainly known for his entertaining TV appearances.
Brains and brawn: Rob Shehadie is an accomplished writer and stand-up comedian who created the TV comedy series Here Come the Habibs – and he’s a former rugby union player
Rob Shehadie – Fat Pizza star and comedian
Funnyman Rob is an immensely accomplished writer and stand-up comedian who created the TV comedy series Here Come the Habibs.
Before he was kicking goals on the screen he was a rugby union player – and that takes endurance and discipline. Brains and brawn? Watch out contestants!
Hard yakka: Olivia Vivian, 31, (pictured) not only smashed it on Australian Ninja Warrior – becoming the most successful woman on the show ever – she’s also competed in the 2008 Summer Olympics
Olivia Vivian – Olympic gymnast
The 31-year-old athlete not only smashed it on Australian Ninja Warrior – becoming the most successful woman on the show ever – she’s also competed in the 2008 Summer Olympics.
Her endurance is second to none, and her discipline will come in handy when it comes to leading group projects.
You’re fired! The contestants will be whipped into shape by British billionaire Lord Alan Sugar (pictured), 73, who replaces the former CEO, Mark Bouris