Bodyguard by Craig Balkam, Robert Picarello, January 2, 2008, Berkley Hardcover edition, Hardcover in English UC The Bodyguard (January 2, 2008 edition) | Open Library It looks like you're offline. She kept saying that she wanted to help Britney - that she thought she could become like a big sister to her and make her normal again after all her crazy behaviour. The big man is nobody you want to mess with, and her team often gets into scuffles with photographers at airports and other public areas. Singer Cheryl Cole's ex-bodyguard Craig Balkam has claimed that he has not been paid his dues for the time he worked with her. "But she smoked a lot too - at least 20 Marlboro a day, which would have suppressed her appetite quite a bit," Craig told the friend. Sometimes even that amount isn't enough: She made headlines in 2018 when she was robbed, and she ended up suing her former bodyguard, Pascal Duvier (as well as his company) for more than six million dollars. Yet Ed Hinman, head of recruitment at one of the biggest bodyguard agencies, Gavin de Becker, says: "We are not looking for the stereotypical 300lb gorilla. "I think it might be because I passed on an email to Lily with some concerns about what Ashley was doing when he was on holiday in LA in June with a crowd of his mates. Dramas: "If a stalker appeared on a film set, or a jealous spouse, or jilted lover, or if there was a physical altercation - you'd be surprised what transpires on film sets - I was the one they'd usually ask to handle it. Always in the mix, he's seen and heard everything-including some things his clients prefer he hadn't. In the end she left the party early because Sharon was there. When he was at his peak, he had millions or even BILLIONS of fans, and thanks to his music, his shows, and his scandals, there was nobody in the world who didn't know of him. Thanks to Rihanna's best-selling records, clothing line, and beauty line, she has plenty of cash to shell out for some strong guys that will help her feel safe. Stephen Curry's epic 50-point effort stole the spotlight, but Kevon Looney grabbed 21 rebounds to deliver his own heroics Agile Zamoras intimate birthday celebration. Hardy and his bodyguard Big John are often spotted together. Steve described Kanye as often very moody and frequently ranting about one thing or another. Here's a question: why would Jason Momoa, who is a huge, muscle-bound star, need protection? He doesn't have constant security, but if he thinks he needs some for a convention or other event, he contacts one of his guys. She pays almost two-hundred thousand dollars a year for safety, but her peace of mind requires it. He went through plenty of personal bodyguards during his time in the spotlight, and there was also plenty of security at his residences, including the infamous Neverland Ranch in California. Why does this famous boxer need so much protection? Once you hit a billion dollars of net worth, you need security with you at all times. Retired Army Gen. Keith Alexander, who led the National Security Agency under Presidents Barack Obama and George W. Bush, secured $2 million in consulting deals with foreign governments . She might have started out as just Kim Kardashian's little sister, but she now spends hundreds of thousands of dollars a month on personal security. It costs her two hundred grand for this kind of year-round protection, but her child's safety is worth it. Background: Served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War before joining the NYPD. It's a little surprising to hear that such a physically powerful man needs a bodyguard, but as this list shows us, it's just par for the course for most celebs. That's quite the pretty penny, but since she first became famous in the late nineties, Minogue no doubt is aware of how dangerous fame can be. While Adams keeps a relatively low profile when she isn't working, she has still starred in some big blockbuster hits like Enchanted and Arrival. Her security costs are rather modest compared to a lot of other actresses, even compared to her net worth of sixty million dollars. Congress Bagchi slams Singhvi for representing Abhishek Banerjee in SC, Russia wipes out Ukrainian depots in Dnipro; Tonnes of ammo for counteroffensive blown to bits, Focus on Faf du Plessis and Virat Kohli, Vyshak Vijay Kumar in team: RCB's likely XI vs LSG in IPL 2023, Quinton de Kock, Kyle Mayers to open; India star runs out of favours: LSG likely XI vs RCB, Uniform Civil Code, free cooking gas in BJP's Karnataka poll manifesto. She's explained that she keeps so many bodyguards with her, thanks in part to the lurk tweets she gets before a show. Fans are in shock at the sudden death of a popular MasterChef judge. A friend of Craig Balkam, who was Cheryl's bodyguard during all the recent drama, has tattled to the Sunday Mirror, giving gossip on what really went on with Ashley and rumoured love Derek. "She and I spoke a lot about the pain Ashley caused her and I didn't want to see her hurt again.". You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. This actress has been in movies, on stage, and even featured in music, so spending $125,000 for protection a year comes as no surprise. Kylie Minogue is all about the best things in life, and that includes her bodyguard, who landed on the Biggest Bodyguards list on iHeartRadio. Whenever Aniston is out, she's sure to be approached by fans, and she ends up spending at least $240,000 a year on bodyguards. The 6ft 3in bodyguard spoke out after it was revealed Cole, is suing X Factor bosses for 1.4 million following her June sacking from the show. Case Summary. Size matters: A strapping 6ft 3in, with model good looks and - heartbreak! Adele's shot into stardom necessitated some personal security, and her millions of dollars in net worth makes it easy to secure the help of this muscle man. Size matters: At 6ft 5in, he looms over his main clients - the U.S. rapper Jay-Z and his superstar singer wife, Beyonce. One of Cruise's former bodyguards, Sean Ringgold, ended up leaving the contract due to personal disagreements. Size matters: At 6ft 3in tall, he towers above 5ft 8in teen Brooklyn Beckham, who he's charged with guarding. Hikes are great physical fun, but for most of the guys that are there to protect her, such jaunts are just a little more added on top. However, Gu has one of the lowest costs on this list: a mere $15,000 annually. She hires bodyguards when she thinks she'll need them and isn't afraid to be seen with them, such as in the picture here. Want to get ahead? ", Craig, who has guarded celebs including basketball Dennis Rodman, told his friend: "I think Cheryl felt a little over-shadowed by her.". Lookup the home address and phone 4018223236 and other contact details for this person. As Lady Gaga made her way from a Paris hotel to her car, a fan stepped in her path. But he is very skilled at carrying Lawrence's chihuahua puppy, Pippi, at the same time as her shopping bags. Yes, in fact, it's anywhere from two to four million dollars the family pays the celebs that have children will always pay more, and this family is no exception. Movies Anywhere Watch your purchase on Movies Anywhere supported devices SD HD Rent $3.99 $14.99 Save $7.00 2 days left Buy $7.99 There'd be room service trays on the floor and clothes and shoes everywhere, a lot of which she'd get sent. She spends something like seven million dollars a year. Still, her muscle is always close-at-hand even genuine fans can do some weird stuff if they have the chance. Dramas: Soon after the split, it emerged that Kirsten and Klum were dating. One of the big downsides of mega fame is not being able to go out on your own. Despite starring in a movie as a bodyguard, Willis has his own team of security. Craig was next with Cheryl in August last year when she made a six-week trip to LA with Hough. Whether they're after him or they're after his ex-wife Kim Kardashian, the press and paparazzi are always dogging this rapper's heels. "She used to talk about Britney Spears. The minder last saw Cheryl after the Chicago auditions that sealed her fate on US X Factor - by which time it was clear her once warm rapport with Cowell had turned frosty. Johansson is another celeb known to treat her security well, but more than most she actually dated one of her bodyguards for a short time, though the relationship didn't last long. "Cheryl has a real sweet tooth. Even if they have stepped down from official duties, they still require a lot of security. There are few people who are more famous than Queen Bey. Highest Rated: 100% Inmate #1: The Rise of Danny Trejo (2019) Lowest Rated: 100% Inmate #1: The Rise of Danny Trejo (2019) Birthday: Not Available. The Land Transportation Office is back in the news. Since Lawrence tends to keep to herself when she isn't playing the part of the star or doing marketing, she doesn't have as much of a need as some other stars, but she'll still happily pay the $125,000 per year salary if a bodyguard is needed. Demi Lovato and their bodyguard Max are kind of famous when it comes to bodyguard-client relationships. "She's got a lot of nerve. "She did these 'lemon cleanses' where she wouldn't consume anything except lemon juice and water with a dash of cayenne pepper and maple syrup. Performance & security by Cloudflare. Craig told his friend: "During previous visits to Los Angeles, he would regularly entertain her at his house. She played Wonder Woman, and she was part of the Israeli army, but this star still needs plenty of security. He shells out around a hundred and twenty-five thousand dollars a year for security. Can Miley Cyrus Flowers Claim the UK No. Though reportedly a very private person, actress Kristen Stewart still has security, with her worth a hundred grand per year. After a fan grabbed her by the wrist at X Factor rehearsals in Birmingham, she decided to beef up security. "He was much keener on her than she was on him. Representatives Eric Swalwell (D-CA), John Garamendi (D-CA), and Angie Craig (D-MN) introduced the Airport Infrastructure Vehicle Security Act a bill that would further limit the federal purchase of Chinese-owned or operated vehicles in our transportation infrastructure.. The Beckhams, for instance, used Merrick McDonald, an ex-Royal Marine and police officer, for years. Her bodyguard, who is said to look like a young Hugh Jackman, has been with her for quite some time. Duncan had been a towering bodyguard for people like Will Smith, Martin Lawrence, and The Notorious B.I.G. Danny Trejo's recollections of his time . He works 24/7 for Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas on New York visits. He also has quite a number of crazed fans, thanks to all the time he spent as Harry Potter. That's a fair chunk, but with a three-hundred million net worth and tons of crazed fans, Aniston is willing to shell out. . Since his appearance in Christopher Nolan's "Inception," Tom Hardy has become a huge star. This recording artist has made more than one change since becoming a mom, including beefing her security team as high as six, for which she pays anywhere from five hundred to a thousand dollars a day. Her feet always hurt her, I think because of the amount of time she spent walking in heels.".