Bodyguards can be used for personal protection, or as security guards for your home security. Some of these bodyguards have become well known for their bravery or because of their Hollywood Star clients.Here is our top list of popular bodyguards, found both in reality and entertainment.
1. John Creasy- The movie “Man on Fire” made this bodyguard famous. Creasy, played by Denzel Washington, is an ex-CIA officer who reluctantly agrees to bodyguard a young girl. When the girl is kidnapped, Creasy shows off his skills by tracking down the culprits and doing his best to get the girl home in one piece.
2. Michael Clarke Duncan – One of Hollywood’s tallest and well-built actors, Duncan worked as a bouncer for Chicago clubs before he made it big. Now this bodyguard has been nominated for an Oscar and has appeared in a number of movies. With his size, it is no wonder that someone would choose him to work as a bodyguard.
3. Avi Korein – The owner of Screen International Security Services. Korein began his career as a bodyguard working as a bouncer. He has since went on to establish a successful bodyguard service for many Hollywood stars in L.A.
4. Mr. T – “I pity the fool”. Mr. T. is a very recognizable public figure. It may be surprising to know that this man once was a bodyguard for Muhammad Ali, Michael Jackson, Bruce Lee, and Diana Ross before he made it famous.
5.”Big Coco” – Big Coco’s real name is Cory Smith. Big Coco has been made famous by protecting some of Hollywood’s big star clients. These clients include the likes of “Prince”, Gladys Knight, and Natalie Cole.
6. The Imperial Royal Guard – Who can forget the elite guard of the Star Wars Universe? The Imperial Royal Guard were charged with the protection of Emperor Palpatine. The dark villain was almost never seen without being accompanied by these red-hooded body guards. While they have no speaking roles in the movies, their presence definitely made an impact for many Star Wars fans and continuing works of fiction.
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7. Elijah Shaw- Elijiah Shaw has been made famous through his Bodyguard agency. He is the CEO of Icon Services Corporation who work for many famous Hollywood stars and recording artists. Shaw initiated the ISC Safety Net Program, a program that provides free bodyguard services for domestic abuse victims.
