Mark Burnett

Formerly an NCO in the British Army's elite Parachute Regiment. Did several tours of duty in Northern Ireland and fought in the 1982 Falklands war.

In October 1982 he was on his way to Central America as an advisor to the British SAS in a "security operation". He was going there via Los Angeles. His mother advised him to think seriously about the risks, as she had a bad feeling about it. On the flight to LA, he thought about it, and opted to stay in the USA instead, where he has lived ever since.

Ex-British paratrooper & decorated war hero who is now one of the USA's major TV producers responsible for shows such as "Survivor" (2000) & "The Apprentice" (2004). Is now working on a reality boxing show called "The Contender" (2005) with Sylvester Stallone and former boxing champion Sugar Ray Leonard.

Announced engagement to girlfriend Roma Downey [December 2, 2006].

Married Roma Downey on April 28, 2007 at their home in Malibu. The ceremony was officiated by Della Reese.

The Sunday Times List estimated his net worth, with Roma Downey, at $385 million. [2009]