A beloved Dragons’ Den star has quit the show with an emotional message to co-stars and crew.

Businesswoman Sara Davies, 40, first entered the Den back in 2019 and has since helped a range of entrepreneurs with her expertise.

However, she has now announced that she will be ‘stepping away’ from the BBC show in a touching statement on social media.

Sara posted a video of several shots of her on Dragons’ Den to Instagram with the caption: ‘Little update from me…

‘As this last run of Dragons’ comes to an end I have to say I’ve loved every minute of this series so far and I’m so proud of the businesses I’ve invested in this year!

‘As a lot of you will know, I’ve taken up my position again as CEO of Crafter’s Companion and my business is my big priority this year.

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A beloved Dragons’ Den star has quit the show with an emotional message to co-stars and crew

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Businesswoman Sara Davies, pictured, first entered the Den back in 2019 and has since helped a range of entrepreneurs with her expertise

‘And when I commit to a business, I really commit, which is why I find Dragons’ Den such a rewarding role.

‘As well as filming an incredible show, being a Dragon requires so much dedication and time behind the scenes as you join the life of each business you invest in.

‘It means seeing through your investment and committing to your part in that organisation.

‘It’s so much more than a TV show. That’s why I’ve taken the decision to step away from the Den for now, to focus on my own business, which was my first baby!

‘So I won’t be filming with the team this year for the next series.

‘Sending so much love to my fellow Dragons and the amazing team behind it all.

‘In the meantime, you can still catch me in the second half of this series of Dragons’ Den later in the year – it will not disappoint!’

Devastated fans rushed to the comments to wish Sara the best, and one penned: ‘Truly gutted. You are such an honest and down to earth Dragon and it won’t be the same without you. Hoping this is just a one off and you will be back the year after!’;

‘Couldn’t have been an easy decision. You are such an inspiration Sara in everything you do.’;

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However, she has now announced that she will be ‘stepping away’ from the BBC show in a touching statement on social media

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Devastated fans rushed to the comments to wish Sara the best with one penning how they were ‘truly gutted’

‘Always my favourite dragon!’;

‘Oh no!! You are our favourite dragon, we will miss you! Wishing you all the best with Crafter’s Companion!’;

‘We will miss you Sara. You are certainly the best dragon on the show! Won’t be the same without you.’

When Sara first joined the Den she was the youngest female investor to appear on the show.

Crafter’s Companion was founded when she was a university student and spotted a gap in the market for an envelope-making tool which could be used by card makers.

She designed the gadget and had a local joiner make them from MDF. The company now employs more than 190 staff.

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When Sara first joined the Den she was the youngest female investor to appear on the show

Sara has won more than 25 business awards and in 2016 was recognised for services to the economy with an MBE.

Earlier this month, it was also revealed how the tycoon has been bagged by ITV to present a brand new show called Time Is Money.

Sara revealed she was ‘absolutely delighted’ to be hosting the new series which she described as ‘exhilarating’.

The competition show will see contestants begin with a jackpot that they battle to keep – with every wrong answer knocking down the prize money.

By the end of the game, the remaining competitor will bag the cash.