Jessica Alba, Tyra Banks Join 'Celebrity Apprentice'

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Warren Buffett, Jessica Alba, and Tyra Banks have signed on as board room advisors to Arnold Schwarzenegger for the new incarnation of “Celebrity Apprentice,” NBC announced on Thursday.

In addition, former Microsoft CEO and Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer will also join the boardroom along with Schwarzenegger’s nephew and entertainment attorney Patrick Knapp Schwarzenegger.

NBC describes Buffett as an “investment guru” in addition to being one of the most successful businessmen of all time. Banks is a supermodel, actress and CEO of the Tyra Banks Company. Alba is an actress and founder and chief creative officer of the Honest Company and Honest Beauty.

Schwarzenegger took over as host of “Celebrity Apprentice” after NBC cut ties with Donald Trump following his decision to run for president and subsequent controversial remarks about immigrants. The show will also relocate from New York to the Silicon Beach area of Los Angeles.

Over the course of the series, “The Celebrity Apprentice” has raised more than $15 million for charity. This season’s winner will gain the title of the Celebrity Apprentice and a $250,000 check to give to their designated cause.

The network also set the lineup for this season’s contestants. They are:

Laila Ali, retired four-time boxing world champion and daughter of boxing legend Muhammad Ali

Brooke Burke-Charvet — actress and CEO of ModernMom.com

Eric Dickerson — NFL Hall of Fame running back who played for the Los Angeles Rams, Indianapolis Colts, Los Angeles Raiders and Atlanta Falcons

Boy George — Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, lead vocalist for pop band Culture Club

Matt Iseman — “American Ninja Warrior” host, comedian, actor and licensed physician

Carrie Keagan — Actress and former host of VH1’s Emmy Award-winning live morning talk show “Big Morning Buzz Live with Carrie Keagan”

Carson Kressley — Emmy Award-winning television star, celebrity stylist, author and fashion designer

Lisa Leslie — Four-time Olympic basketball gold medalist and WNBA champion

Jon Lovitz — Comedian, film and television star and former “Saturday Night Live” star

Vince Neil — Lead singer for heavy metal band Mötley Crüe

Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi — Reality television star and New York Times bestselling author

Kyle Richards — Actress and star of ‘The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills”

Chael Sonnen — Former UFC fighter

Porsha Williams — Co-host of the nationally syndicated “Dish Nation”

Ricky Williams — Heisman Trophy winning running back and ESPN sports analyst who played for the Miami Dolphins, New Orleans Saints and Baltimore Ravens

Carnie Wilson — Singer, television host and member of the pop group Wilson Phillips

“The Celebrity Apprentice” is produced and internationally distributed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM). Mark Burnett, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Page Feldman and Eric Van Wagenen are executive producers.

7 Super-Intense 'Celebrity Apprentice' Feuds (Photos)

Omarosa vs. Piers Morgan
The woman America loved to hate, “Apprentice” alum Omarosa Manigualt, went toe-to-toe with journalist/host Piers Morgan on the spin-off's first season. On one episode, Omarosa welcomes Morgan to the “war room” by spilling her wine on his head. But Morgan came out on top, winning the season.
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The late Joan Rivers vs. Annie Duke and Brande Roderick
Don’t mess with the Mother Hen. Ever. Melissa Rivers and her mother, Joan, were both contestants on Season 2. But in “Right Guard, Right Way Out,” Donald Trump fired Melissa over poker player Annie Duke and Playboy playmate Brande Roderick (“Baywatch"). Joan wasted no time slinging insults at the pair after the board meeting. “You are a piece of shit,” Joan says to Duke with a stern finger before calling Roderick a “stupid blonde” all in the same breath.
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Dennis Rodman vs. Clint Black
NBA Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman went from “0 to 100” quickly during Season 2. Rodman had enough of Clint Black after the country singer-songwriter won a coin toss for team KOTU to take the second presentation slot. Rodman curses at Black and rips the microphone from him, slamming it on the floor. In the end, Rodman’s erratic behavior, drinking and sudden absences led to his firing.
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Meat Loaf vs. Gary Busey
Actor Gary Busey was known for his antics during Season 4, and it infuriated the “I Would Do Anything for Love” singer. At one point, Meat Loaf believes the “Lethal Weapon” actor stole his art supplies. Cue tirade. “You do not want to fuck with me,” Meatloaf yells. And Sugar Ray frontman Mark McGrath keeps Meat Loaf from lunging at the actor.
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NeNe Leakes vs. Star Jones
This verbal showdown happened between "Real Housewives" star Nene Leakes and former "The View" co-host Star Jones on Season 4. After Jones suggested Leakes as project manager for a task, the “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star called out the shadiness. “Who the fuck died and made you in charge of project managers?” Leakes asked. “Who are you? Who are you? I will take you down.”
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Arsenio Hall vs. Aubrey O' Day
Arsenio Hall made former Danity Kane member Aubrey O’ Day cry on Season 5 when the talk show host couldn’t hold back his agitation with the singer's ego. “She won’t remember, because if it’s not her idea, she won’t remember it. I’m not saying anything that’s not true,” Hall asserted.

O’ Day tried to refute Hall’s claim, even stating she had lost respect for him. “Because I have to kiss your ass for you to admire me,” Hall said, much to the shock of Trump.
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Gary Busey vs. Gary Busey

The Oscar-nominated actor was never short on words or phrases during his stint on Season 4 and the “All Star” edition. He even had his own definition of “fun”: finally understanding nothing. On one episode, Busey takes the time to explain who he really is. “I’m an angel in an Earth suit,” he said while pointing to himself. No argument here.
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Omarosa vs. Piers Morgan
The woman America loved to hate, “Apprentice” alum Omarosa Manigualt, went toe-to-toe with journalist/host Piers Morgan on the spin-off's first season. On one episode, Omarosa welcomes Morgan to the “war room” by spilling her wine on his head. But Morgan came out on top, winning the season.

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