Justin Bieber
Famous pop singer Justin Bieber can’t live without security. He spends $1 million a year on protection. He doubled his security after he got married, as he hired several bodyguards to protect him and his wife Hailey Baldwin. The head of Bieber’s security is Michael Arana.
Being Justin’s bodyguard automatically places you in the spotlight. Michael became famous for protecting the young singer, he now has almost 200k followers on Instagram. Justin’s fans adore him, as they opened a Twitter account called “Bieber’s Bodyguards”.
Harry Styles
Famous pop singer Harry Styles employed Mick Jagger’s former security guard. It seems that Harry’s admiration towards Jagger led him to hire his bodyguard, and there’s more to it. After having a bad experience in London in 2020, he decided to employ more security. Now, he spends $1 million a year on protection.
Harry was stalked and later assaulted. These incidents led the singer to employ more security. With a net worth of $80 million, he can totally afford it. Nowadays, he’s always followed by his personal security, even when he is hanging out with friends.
Rihanna
Rihanna is a celebrity that is always spotted with a bodyguard. She understands how far both fans and paparazzi can go, so she is always followed by personal security, even if she is hanging out with friends or shopping at Target.
Rihanna has a net worth of $400 million, and she spends over $500,000 annually on protection. A celebrity like her can’t easily hide from the spotlight, so she relies heavily on bodyguards to accompany her wherever she goes.
Jennifer Lawrence
Jennifer Lawrence won an Academy Award even before starring in The Hunger Games, one of the most successful movies she took part in. Jennifer and co-star Bradley Cooper starred in Silver Linings Playbook, the film that garnered Jennifer an Oscar. The actress is in her 30s and she already has a net worth of $116 million.
Jennifer’s wealth allows her to afford a team of bodyguards, who are estimated to earn $125,000 a year. So spending on two guards plus any additional measure that might be necessary depending on the situation she finds herself in. Both her work and personal life demand protection.
Kim Kardashian
Kim Kardashian was robbed in Paris in 2018 and sued her bodyguard Pascal Duvier and the company he owns for $6.1 million. The case was settled out of court two years later. After this shocking episode, Kim invested more money in security for her and her family.
The successful businesswoman currently spends $7 million annually on security, as she hired full protection of her and her four beautiful children. Kim’s team of bodyguards is constantly dealing with crazy fans who watch the family reality show Keeping Up With the Kardashians.
Brad Pitt
Considering how famous Brad is and how many children he has got, it’s completely reasonable for him to spend a large sum of money on security. Brad Pitt spends $2 million on protection. He usually hires several bodyguards in case he comes across some of his fans.
One of his security guards is Billy Billingham, a former S.A.S. soldier. Billy worked for Brad and Angelina Jolie when they were married. After six months of working with the former couple, he realized how important it was to have round-the-clock protection for the children.
Adele
One of the greatest voices in the world belongs to Adele. Her natural talent made earned her millions, and now she has a net worth of $190 million. The rich and famous singer spends over $75,000 on bodyguards annually.
Adele once hired Lady Gaga’s bodyguard, Pete Van Der Veen. Pete wasn’t exactly inexpensive, but Adele could afford it. She paid a higher price to gain an experienced professional with an outstanding reputation who could stand by her side and protect her at all times.
Jennifer Aniston
The moment Friends was out, Jennifer Aniston needed some backup to get out on the streets. Hollywood’s most requested and beloved star spends more than $240,000 per year on bodyguards, which is reasonable considering the exposure and the fans’ craziness.
Jennifer’s bodyguard is Sheldon, who has experience working with other big celebrities. Basically, he knows how the story goes. An experienced bodyguard is always prepared, knows the risks, and doesn’t take any chances.
Britney Spears
Britney Spears endured a long and complex relationship with the paparazzi. In the 2000s, she was constantly harassed by people who wanted to take the best shot of her. At that time, she was spending over $400,000 annually on security.
Even though Britney isn’t working currently, she still spends over $600,000 annually on bodyguards. Now she has a family, so protecting her children and herself is extremely important. Britney has security guarding her home at all times.
Halle Berry
The beautiful Halle Berry knows how to handle fame, as she has over 30 years of experience in the field. But she has never done it on her own; she’s always had a bodyguard backing her up when paparazzi or fans attack.
Halle is very active. She likes hiking, so she always takes her bodyguard with her. Bodyguards are constantly training to be in good shape and ready to face any situation when protecting their celebrity. Halle spends $300,000 annually on bodyguards.
Jason Momoa
It seems that actor Jason Momoa doesn’t need much protection because he looks like he is strong enough to defend himself. The six-foot-four-inch celebrity, who is taller than his own bodyguards, spends $125,000 annually on security. The truth is that he certainly can’t go out without bodyguards.
After appearing in Game of Thrones and starring in Aquaman, the actor directly jumped into fame and employed a couple of bodyguards. No, he may not need them at all, but he is smart enough to realize that he might need some help with fans and the paparazzi.
Barbra Streisand
Barbra Streisand’s long and successful career resulted in a net worth of $400 million. She knows how tough it can get when approached by fans, so she’s always accompanied by a bodyguard who makes the fans' meetings safer.
Barbra spends around $125,000 per year on bodyguards. While it is undoubtedly a considerable sum, Barbra doesn’t spend as much as other celebrities do. However, she takes security very seriously, as she understands the importance of having someone next to you to protect you from any awkward or unpleasant situation.
Bella Hadid
Bella Hadid and her sister, Gigi, rule the fashion industry. Paparazzi follow Bella everywhere she goes, so her bodyguards gain a lot of attention too. One of her bodyguards —who looks a lot like Jason Statham— once pushed a female paparazzi, and Bella quickly stopped him before it was too late.
Bella, Gigi, and their brother Anwar are par of the modeling industry, so they spend huge amounts of money on security. Bella alone spends over $250,000 per year on bodyguards, a big sum for a rising star. No matter how famous they are, having a bodyguard by your side is a must for celebrities.
Kylie Jenner
Kylie Jenner had access to money and fame since she was just a kid. Now she is one of the most beautiful models and one of the richest businesswomen in the world, as she owns a cosmetics company that turned out to be a huge success. Kylie has a net worth of over $900 million.
Caitlin Jenner, Kylie’s father, once claimed that her daughter spends over $350,000 a month on security guards. Some years ago, her sister Kim was the one who gained all the money and fame. Now Kylie is the star of the show, which has led her to hire more people to protect her.
Katy Perry
Back in 2008, Katy Perry became the princess of pop with the release of her single “I Kissed A Girl.” After that, all of her singles hit No. 1. Katy was already famous when she joined the judging panel of American Idol, but she wasn’t on her own.
Katy spends more than $350,000 per year on security. Everywhere she goes, her bodyguard goes with her. He never leaves Katy’s side, so he got the media’s attention. Some people claim he looks like Hugh Jackman, while others just paused to see how handsome and strong he is.
Victoria And David Beckham
Former Spice Girls member and current fashion designer Victoria Beckham has a net worth of $1 billion together with soccer star David Beckham. For the couple, security is a top priority, so they are always protected by a bodyguard.
David and Victoria are estimated to spend over $1 million annually on security guards, a high price you pay when you own hundreds of properties all over America and the UK. The couple sees their bodyguards as an investment; they prefer to feel safe and sound in every house they are in.
Meghan Markle
Being a famous celebrity and marrying the Duke of Sussex results in hiring as many bodyguards as possible. Even though Harry stepped back from his royal duties and Meghan left the film industry to raise a family, they’re still in the spotlight.
Security was still a problem even after Meghan and Harry left the royal family. The couple spends over $20 million per year on security, an amount that will keep increasing if they keep opening up to the public about their lives as former royals.
Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift’s fame never dropped, as she is still the most popular pop-country singer in America even after 15 years. Taylor has an estimated net worth of $290 million, and she is believed to spend over $400,000 annually on bodyguards.
Fans and paparazzi never leave Taylor alone, so she is always followed by at least two bodyguards in case something out of the ordinary pops up, which is completely understandable considering how crazy fans are for her.
Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga can’t live without bodyguards. She always enjoys the company of a group of bodyguards, even if she just goes for a walk or visits Target. The singer has a net worth of $232 million and spends $125,000 annually on protection.
One of Gaga’s favorite bodyguards is Pete Van Der Veen, who also works for Adele. Pete is more than qualified for the job and has an excellent reputation after working with top celebrities. Apart from having experience, he also has a bulky body and great muscles —everything he needs to perform his job.
Jennifer Lopez
Jennifer Lopez has been in the spotlight her entire life. J-Lo has gone very far in her career, and she has achieved great success as an actress, singer, dancer, and producer, to the point that she sang at the presidential inauguration in 2021. She has a net worth of $290 million.
Considering how famous she is and everything she’s accomplished, it’s completely reasonable that bodyguards are essential in her life. J-Lo doesn’t have the privilege of having a normal life, as she spends around $500,000 annually on security.
Ryan Reynolds And Blake Lively
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds are a Hollywood couple who are loved by fans and adored by millions. The famous couple has a fortune of $110 million, and they spend $125,000 annually on security to protect themselves and their three kids.
Ryan and Blake take all the necessary precautions when it comes to security. The couple is always followed by one or two bodyguards who stay very close to them. They never go out with the kids without security, which is definitely an essential part of their lives.
Tom Cruise
The fact that Tom Cruise performs all his stunts indicates that he is a brave man, but he is not invincible. Tom is always followed by Billy Billingham, a bodyguard who used to work for Brad and Angelina. Before Billy, Tom employed Sean Ringgold for a while, but they didn’t get along well.
The reason for Sean to stop working for Tom is still unknown, and he wouldn’t say a word about the actor. The same case applies to Billy, who has never said anything bad about Tom. He always shares the story when he tried to defend Tom from a stranger, and the stranger turned out to be Penelope Cruz.
Kristen Stewart
Kristen Stewart likes to keep her life private. After the movie Twilight came out, fans went crazy and Kristen had no other choice but to hire bodyguards. The actress has an estimated net worth of $70 million and spends $100,000 annually on security.
Kristen’s bodyguard has earned a reputation for protecting famous stars like Emilia Clarke, Nina Dobrev, and Melissa McCarthy. Kristen’s fans call him “HBG”, and made him a fan page. The bodyguard stands out not only for his appearance but also for his outfits.
Selena Gomez
Actress and singer Selena Gomez has a close relationship with her bodyguard, who invited Selena to his wedding. Selena made a toast at the wedding, admiring him for loving his wife so much. She expressed her feelings and said that she was happy to be celebrating with the couple on such a special day.
Selena’s annual protection cost is $500,000, a sum worth paying when you get both a bodyguard and a friend. Apart from employing a personal protector, the actress also hires a group of bodyguards when she attends events or even when she goes to the airport.
Madonna
Record after record, tour after tour, the Queen of Pop has always been on top. Madonna started in the 80s and never rested; she always found a way to reinvent herself and bring new music to their fans.
Madonna doesn’t take any chances, so she is always followed by a bodyguard. The successful singer has a net worth of $610 million and spends $500,000 per year on security personnel. Someone as famous as Madonna is virtually forced to hire protection. Otherwise, life would be impossible.
Tom Hardy
After the movie Inception came out in 2010, Tom Hardy became a well-known celebrity. The actor has a net worth of $30 million, and he spends $20,000 annually on security. His bodyguard is known as Big John.
Hardy and Big John are frequently seen partying together. One time, the press caught Big John with a knife when he and the British actor were on their way to a London nightclub. It seems that Big John is ready for action, although most of the time, it’s just women trying to get a picture with Hardy.
Daniel Radcliffe
The chosen one, Daniel Radcliffe, has enjoyed massive success since starring in Harry Potter. After so many years of playing a wizard, he continued working in Hollywood, yet he hasn’t enjoyed the same success as in Hogwarts. Still, the star has a net worth of $79 million.
Harry Potter fans are always desperate to get a piece of Daniel. The risk of having a complicated situation with fans is high, so he employs bodyguards only when he needs them. He spends $50,000 annually on big and strong bodyguards who make him look like a little man.
Beyoncé
There is a reason why people call her Queen Bey, and it is simple: after over thirty years of singing and dancing like a queen, she is still shining like a diamond. Beyonce and her husband, Jay-Z, are two of the most famous artists who spend a lot of money on security for themselves and their family.
The star has an estimated net worth of $362 million. As she and her husband are always followed by fans and paparazzi, she spends around $3 million annually on security. Her bodyguards are always ready to protect her, especially when she goes out with her children.
Amy Adams
Amy Adams’ net worth doesn’t match her annual security cost. The star has a net worth of $43 million, and she only spends $75,000 annually on bodyguards. The reason why her protection costs are low is that she has managed to have a very private life.
Celebrities are always in the spotlight, and paparazzi never leave them alone. In the case of Amy, she has always kept a low profile every time she’s not filming, so paparazzi don’t stalk her at all. Amy prefers to hire bodyguards who have previously worked for other celebrities.
Floyd Mayweather
The famous boxer is not only one of the best in the boxing industry, but he is also very wealthy. In fact, he always claims to always carry $250,000 in his pocket. But Floyd never walks alone; he feels secure about having bodyguards by his side at all times.
Floyd is very strict when it comes to employing security personnel. He named his team of bodyguards “The Money Team.” Members earn $150,000 per year and are always rewarded with expensive cars and watches. Now, everybody wants to be part of the Money Team.
Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson had a successful career which made him reach an estimated net worth of $362 million. He always needed security guards, but he went through so much drama during his last years that he couldn’t get anything done without security personnel.
The King of Pop employed bodyguards to protect him and his home, especially after the scandal on Neverland Ranch in Santa Barbara, California. Michael used to spend more than $1 million annually on protection, which included protection officers, bodyguards, and round-the-clock security at his residences.
Fergie
Fergie spends $10,000 annually on security. The impressive female voice of the Black Eyed Peas is always followed by Pascal, her personal bodyguard. Apparently, Pascal is not only a bodyguard but he is also a medic.
Back in 2011, Fergie and Pascal boarded a plane and a passenger had a seizure. The bodyguard quickly laid the passenger down and a doctor performed CPR. Pascal’s quick thinking saved the passenger’s life.
Kesha
Pop singer Kesha always gets everybody’s attention, so bodyguards are essential when she goes out. She has a net worth of $3 million, and she spends $75,000 annually on security, a small sum compared to Kylie Jenner’s annual security cost.
Kesha hires bodyguards only when she needs them. Paparazzi have spotted her out for a walk without the company of security guards, something not every celebrity dares to do. Kesha has always considered her bodyguards her friends, and she has a close relationship with them.
Demi Lovato
Famous singer Demi Lovato is always enjoying the company of a team of bodyguards. One of them is Max, who is truly special to Demi. They have a good relationship and are always having fun together. When fans get intense, Max and the team are always ready to act.
Demi’s overdose and hospitalization in 2018 was criticized by some fans. Max supported Demi via Twitter, expressing how amazing it is to work with the singer. He also stated that Demi is always doing everything she can for her loved ones. “Love you” read the end of the tweet.
Kate Middleton
A woman like Kate Middleton needs round-the-clock protection, as she is the mother and wife of the future Kings of England, the second and third people in line to the throne. It seems that the royal family takes security very seriously, as they spend over $20 million on bodyguards.
The Duchess of Cambridge is always followed by a set of guards. All security costs are sponsored by the Crown, since Kate can’t possibly afford such a high cost with a net worth of $7 million. Being part of the royal family can’t be too bad, after all.