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original airdate October 22, 2004
Childhood dyslexia didn't limit Richard Branson's aspirations or drive. For his efforts, the billionaire Brit is ranked among England's 10 best businessmen and was knighted for his entrepreneurial acumen. At age 20, he started Virgin as a small mail order record company. It's now one of the world's biggest brands - a global empire encompassing more than 200 co-brands, including Britain's second-largest air carrier. Branson takes off soon with his own reality series on Fox TV, The Rebel Billionaire.
Richard Branson
Tavis: I have had the pleasure of talking to numerous CEOs over the years, but I'm not sure I've ever met one like Sir Richard Branson. Good luck trying to name another corporate executive who's tried to circumnavigate the globe in a hot-air balloon. His latest project is bringing him to American television on the new Fox reality series, 'The Rebel Billionaire.' The show premieres on November 9th. Here now, a look at 'The Rebel Billionaire.'
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