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Ashton Kutcher is no stranger to the spotlight. From his breakout role as Michael Kelso on That ’70s Show to playing the tech genius in Jobs, he has become a familiar face in Hollywood. His comedic timing and acting chops have earned him a place in some of the most memorable films and TV shows. However, there’s more to this Hollywood star than his on-screen persona.

Ashton Kutcher in That ’70s Show | Credits: Fox

Beyond his acting career, Kutcher has quietly built a reputation as a savvy investor, making moves in the tech world that have earned him respect. Over the years, he’s proven that his business instincts are just as sharp as his comedic timing.

Ashton Kutcher is a serious business investor

Ashton Kutcher may be best known for his Hollywood career, but his sharp business instincts have made him one of the most successful celebrity investors.

Startups are on the rise, with entrepreneurs presenting several out-of-the-box ideas on Shark Tank. Not only this but securing an investment on the show can be a game changer, and one company proved just how powerful that can be. Founders Steve Watts and Angela Ferendo brought their startup Slyde Handboards to Shark Tank and managed to grab the attention of Mark Cuban and guest judge Ashton Kutcher.

Mark Cuban via @mcuban/Instagram

The duo was highly impressed with the product and jointly agreed to put in a huge investment. This obviously turned out to be a successful deal for Cuban and Kutcher given that Slyde Handboards experienced a meteoric 300% rise in sales.

How Slyde Handboards turned out to be a great deal for Mark Cuban and Ashton Kutcher?

Several pitches make their way onto the Shark Tank stage, however, only a few turn out to be quite successful for the five venture capitalists.

Your browser does not support the video tag. Slyde Handboards thrived post Shark Tank investment from Ashton Kutcher and Mark Cuban, seeing a 300% growth increase. Kutcher is praised for being hands-on post-investment, offering support and guidance to the companies he invests in. Fans appreciate Kutcher's business knowledge and conduct on Shark Tank, contrasting with his Hollywood controversies.

Over its decade-plus run, Shark Tank has seen some of the wealthiest investors from all parts of the business world. Among the most popular guest cameos included Ashton Kutcher's stint on the ABC show. Looking back, Kutcher made some savvy investments, while he was praised by fans for his business knowledge and conduct. We're going to take a closer look back at his time on Shark Tank, and what it is truly like to partner with Kutcher in the business world.

On the flip side, his Hollywood career has faced some controversy in the past,...

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