David and Victoria Beckham - $1 Million+
While David and Victoria Beckham were at the peak of their fame in the late 1990s and '00s, it seems as though they're not going anywhere. Victoria is now a popular fashion designer, while David is still beloved as one of the most famous soccer players of all time. And while everyone knows who they are, David and Victoria Beckham are notoriously private - and they use their hired security to help keep it that way.
The Beckhams won't ever leave the house without their bodyguards by their sides, but they also make sure that their many houses are safe, too. In 2014, they spent over $1 million adding additional security measures to their homes.
Jennifer Aniston - $240,000
After making her way into the limelight in the '90s as Rachel in Friends, it's fair to say that Jennifer Aniston is experienced in the fame game. She's been the talk of the town for decades and understands the commitments that come with being a popular figure - but that doesn't mean that she wants to be surrounded by adoring fans all trying to get in her face and show off their own "Rachel" haircuts.
Because of this, she shells out around $240,000 every single year to ensure that the best bodyguards in the business surround her. In 2013, she even hired infamous bodyguard Sheldon to keep her safe.
Brad Pitt - $2 Million
Brad Pitt is one of the most recognizable men in Hollywood. He's been in the limelight for decades and has countless fans, both young and old. As if that wasn't enough, everyone wants to take pictures of him - no matter whether that's a fan who wants a selfie or a paparazzo who wants to sell the photos to gossip sites. Because of this, Brad Pitt shells out around $2 million a year for security.
He doesn't just hire anybody, though. Brad is renowned for hiring serious bodyguards, including the former S.A.S soldier Billy Billingham. At the time, it was his job to protect Brad, Angelina Jolie, and their kids.
Jennifer Lopez - $500,000
Let's be honest; J-Lo can do anything. She can sing, she can dance, and she can act - and she's also been able to attract some of the most famous men in Hollywood. And while she has Ben Affleck to keep her safe, J-Lo also uses some of her hefty fortune to hire bodyguards and security to look out for crazed fans and paparazzi when they leave the house. This sets her back $500,000 a year.
In fact, J-Lo reportedly has a whole entourage of security on-call whenever she needs them. This allows her to live a relatively normal life - despite being one of the most famous women in Hollywood.
Madonna - $500,000
Often called the 'Queen of Pop,' you probably don't need us to tell you that Madonna is one of the most famous women in the world. She's been at the top of her game since the 1980s, and while she's not as active as she once was, she's still just as famous. But the risks are higher when everyone knows your name and wants to know your every movement - which is why Madonna has hired bodyguards to keep her safe.
In fact, she pays around $500,000 every year for bodyguards and protection. And while this is nothing compared to her $600 million net worth, that's still a hefty security bill.
Kate Middleton - $20 Million+
As you can probably imagine, Kate Middleton can't just leave the house and head to the grocery store by herself. Every move she makes is planned and observed by royal-approved security guards. After all, she's married to the future King of England. Because of this, her safety is of paramount importance, and no expense is spared when it comes to protecting the Duchess of Cambridge. In fact, it's reported that they spend over $20 million for their security.
Kate and William don't pay for this out of their own pockets, though. Instead, this hefty security bill is paid by the Crown - which is in turn funded by British taxpayers.
Justin Bieber - $1 Million
There was once a time when Justin Bieber couldn't even breathe without being mobbed by screaming girls who all wanted him to notice them. Yes, he was the original teen heartthrob - and while things have calmed down since then, he's still incredibly famous. Justin and his wife Hailey still can't leave the house without being hounded by fans and the media, which is why Justin feels the need to spend $1 million a year on security.
For many years he has employed his favorite bodyguard, Michael Arana. As well as protecting Justin and Hailey, Michael also serves as their Head of Security and coordinates their other bodyguards and full security detail.
Tom Cruise - $50,000 per Week
Although Tom Cruise has put his name to some of the biggest movies in Hollywood, there's no doubt about the fact that he's also pretty controversial. His ties with Scientology have made him the talk of the town, and everyone wants a piece of him. Because of that, Tom spends a huge portion of his net worth on security for him and his family. Around $50,000 per week, in fact.
While Tom has always hired bodyguards to be by his side, his security detail was amped up a notch in 2022 when he received death threats while on the set of Mission: Impossible. These came from a disgruntled ex-employee of director Christopher McQuarrie.
Prince Harry - $2.92 Million
As a member of the Royal Family, all eyes have been on Prince Harry since the day he was born. And while some people love Harry, it's fair to say that there are some people who want to harm him - and that's exactly why he used to have 15 security guards when he lived in the UK. Now that he's stepped back as a working royal and has moved to the U.S., however, the tides have changed.
Harry now needs to pay for this service out of his own pocket, and it's believed that he's spent over $2 million making his home and his young family safe.
Rihanna - $500,000
Although she often goes long periods without releasing music, that hasn't stopped Rihanna's fans from being some of the most dedicated music fans in the world. They patiently wait for new music, wait for paparazzi to take photos of her, and buy all of her products from her clothing and makeup lines. But there are some fans who impatiently wait, too - and that's why Rihanna feels the need to hire security guards to keep her safe.
A few years ago, it was reported that Rihanna spent around $500,000 on security every single year. Now that she's had her children, however, experts believe she may have added even more bodyguards to her payroll.
George Clooney - $1.5 Million
George Clooney has been in the business longer than most people realize, and it's fair to say that he's learned a thing or two about security over the years. And as he tries to keep his personal life away from prying eyes as much as possible, it's no wonder that he shells out $1.5 million every year on security details. This is especially important as his wife, Amal, often works on very serious and dangerous court cases.
It's believed that his security teams put together schedules for them to ensure that they're leaving the house at the safest times, and sometimes, the kids aren't allowed out of the house at all for fears of safety concerns.
Kylie Jenner - $4.8 Million
Kylie Jenner has been on a whirlwind journey. Although she was born into a famous family, the reality star embarked on the glow-up of the century when her family filmed their lives for Keeping Up With the Kardashians. As the youngest of the family, her rise to fame has been most intriguing - especially since she launched Kylie Cosmetics and her many other business ventures. Now, she's worth around $680 million.
Now that she has children, Kylie has amped up her security and reportedly spends $4.8 million a year on bodyguards. A few years ago, her bodyguard also went viral when her fans spotted how handsome he was.
Britney Spears - $600,000
You probably don't need to tell us that Britney Spears has gone through a lot. After making her way into the limelight when she was just a youngster, she then experienced rather public personal struggles - and many of those struggles came from the paparazzi that hounded her on a regular basis. Because of this, Britney felt like she had no choice but to hire bodyguards who could protect her every time she left the house.
Because of this, it should probably come as no surprise to learn that Britney spends a lot more on her security than some of the other celebrities on this list. Around $600,000, to be exact.
Meghan Markle - $20 Million
Meghan Markle has lived a bizarre fairytale. Although she was once a Hollywood actress on the small screen, she later achieved the dream of many royal fans when she married Prince Harry and became the Duchess of Sussex. Of course, we now know that this royal life wasn't as perfect as it seemed - which is why Meghan has headed back to her Hollywood roots with her prince husband by her side. Plus, some extra protection, too.
But while Harry and Meghan have since stepped away from their official royal duties, their fame has subsided. Because of this, it's believed that they're paying around $20 million out of their own pockets for security.
Angelina Jolie - $2 Million
After her divorce from Brad Pitt, Angelina has had to juggle being an actress and a philanthropist while also being a single mom to their six kids. And as Hollywood can be a crazy place, she's employed the help of security to keep them all safe. In fact, she's been known to spend up to $2 million a year to keep her brood under the watchful eye of trained professionals.
A few years ago, Jolie employed the help of former S.A.S soldier Billy Billingham to watch over her and her kids. While he's since moved to new pastures, Jolie has reportedly found new bodyguards to put her trust into.
Katy Perry - $350,000
Katy Perry is the kind of celebrity that has many strings to her bow. While she's primarily known as a singer in her own right, she's also bumped up her fan club by taking a seat on the judging panel of American Idol. As if that wasn't enough, she's also engaged to fellow A-lister Orlando Bloom, and the couple have welcome a daughter into the world. Because of this, her safety and security is of paramount importance.
Luckily, Katy has found a trustworthy long-time bodyguard who has been by her side for years - and it's unlikely that she'll replace him anytime soon. Even if his salary comes to a whopping $240,000.
Beyonce - $2-4 Million
Beyonce has managed to forge the perfect life for herself and her family. On the one hand, she has been able to do what very few celebrities have done and dominate the music world. But on the other hand, she's still been able to keep her life relatively private with her husband and her children. This is all down to her security team, who keep her safe everytime she leaves the house and keeps prying eyes at bay.
Yes, Beyonce and Jay-Z have a whole entourage of security personnel - and it's believed that this sets them back around $2-4 million every single year. However, this is for the two singers and their three kids.
Caitlin Jenner - $3 Million
Although Caitlin Jenner isn't as famous as she was when she was an Olympian or when she was married to Kris Jenner, there's no denying that she's still a huge public figure. Because of this, she won't go anywhere without her bodyguards by her side, and she happily shells out $3 million per year to ensure that she's protected wherever she goes. In fact, it's hard to find a picture of Caitlin without a bodyguard in the background.
Having this team by her side seems to make Caitlin feel safer, but it's surprising that she pays way more than other high-profile celebrities on this list. After all, $3 million is a lot.
Miley Cyrus - $1 Million
Miley Cyrus has been in the game longer than some of the much older celebs in Hollywood, which means that she understands just how crazy the spotlight can be. One second, you're being hounded by the paparazzi, and the next minute, you're being mobbed by fans who all want to take a selfie with you. As Miley appreciates her own personal space, she willingly spends around $1 million a year on security.
Of course, Miley's decision to have round-the-clock protection is also linked to the fact that she had a stalker back in 2019. Her bodyguards actually helped to get him arrested.
Kanye West - $100,000 per Day
Kanye West is one of the most infamous celebrities in Hollywood. As well as being a famous rapper, he's also made a name for himself as a fashion designer, businessman, and reality TV star. He's also known for getting in some trouble (especially on social media), which is probably why he decided to pay $100,000 a day to have a bodyguard by the name of "Savage Steve" by his side at all times.
This former NYPD officer has made a name for himself in personal protection over the past few years, but it's been noted that West was too difficult to work for. So, he quit.
Kylie Minogue - $1.8 Million
Although some people remember her for her days on Neighbours, it's fair to say that most people know Kylie Minogue as a singing sensation. The Australian singer now travels the world to meet fans and perform for millions - but this can come with its risks. On numerous occasions, Kylie Minogue has been caught in the crossfire of needy photographers pushing and shoving to get a good picture of her.
Because of this, Kylie has amped up security over the years and now spends over $1 million a year on bodyguards who keep her safe no matter where she is in the world.
Kim Kardashian - $7 Million
Anyone familiar with Kim Kardashian will know that she went through a terrifying ordeal in 2018 when she was robbed at gunpoint in a Paris hotel. Despite having a bodyguard and security team on-hand to keep her safe, the robbers still managed to get into her hotel room. As a result, Kim sued them for a whopping $6.1 million. Since then, she has put even more money into her security team and spends around $7 million a year.
This hefty price tag means that she has 24/7 security in the form of bodyguards, cameras and home security measures, and even people who guard the gates of her giant mansion.
Harry Styles - $1 Million
Boyband mania has been around for decades, and during the 2010s, all young girls could talk about was One Direction. Since leaving the band, Harry has maintained his place in the limelight and is now more famous than ever - which comes with some serious risks. Harry realized this for himself in 2020 when he fell victim to a stalker and then a mugger just a few months later. So, he decided to splash out on security.
It's believed that he now spends around $1 million a year on bodyguards who would keep an eye on him while he is out and about to prevent anything like that from happening again.
The Late Queen Elizabeth II - $138.42 Million
It was an extremely sad day when Queen Elizabeth II passed away. Her legacy will live on through her family and her royal fans, but one thing some people might not know about the late Queen is that she spent over $130 million on her security every single year - and they even had their own name. They were called the Queen's Guard, and this consisted of numerous infantry soldiers trained to military standard.
This meant that every step she made was noted and accounted for, and it was their job to keep her safe. And while the Queen paid for it, this money ultimately came from British taxpayers.
Taylor Swift - $400,000
She started off as a teen country singer, but Taylor Swift has since grown up to become one of the most famous singers this world has ever seen. With devoted fans across the world, Taylor has been able to go from strength to strength - but this extra fame does come at a cost. Everyone wants to know everything there is to know about this woman, which is why hiring security is so important to her.
Because of this, Taylor spends $400,000 every year on two full-time bodyguards who stand by her side every time she leaves the house. Plus, she has her new football player boyfriend for extra muscle, too.
Selena Gomez - $500,000
Selena Gomez is often considered to be one of the most approachable women in Hollywood. Although she has decades of screen time and number-one singles under her belt, she has remained relatively humble. And while she sometimes spends $500,000 a year hiring a whole host of bodyguards when she's trying to get through the airport or go to dinner with famous friends, there's one bodyguard that stands by her side full-time.
As these two have spent so much time together over the years, they've even become such good friends that Selena attended his wedding and read a speech for the happy couple.
Katie Holmes - $200,000
You probably don't need us to tell you that Katie Holmes has lived a dramatic life. As well as being one of the most sought-after actors in Hollywood, she was also married to Tom Cruise. Their infamous relationship was filled with Scientology rumors, custody battles, and more - so it's no wonder that Katie Holmes spends around $200,000 a year on security protection for herself and her daughter, Suri Cruise.
In fact, you'll rarely find Katie Holmes leaving her house without her bodyguards in tow. That's also one of the ways that she's been able to keep her daughter so shielded from the world.
Halle Berry - $300,000
With a net worth of over $90 million, it should come as no surprise to learn that Halle Berry has hired security to keep her safe. After all, she's one of the most recognizable celebrities in Hollywood, and she'd spend a lot of time chatting with and fighting off fans if she didn't have them by her side. This kind of protection doesn't come cheap, though, and it's believed that Halle spends around $300,000 a year on bodyguards.
These bodyguards have to be in peak physical health, though. Halle loves to head out on hikes and spends much of her free time running - so they need to keep up.
Paris Hilton - $182,500
Paris Hilton has only really known wealth. She grew up in one of the richest families in the world, and she's since made her own fortune, which has thrust her even more into the limelight. However, excess fame and fortune also puts you at risk, which is why Paris spends over $180,000 a year employing a security team that will be on hand whenever she needs them to be by her side.
As well as protecting herself and her children, Paris also employs a team to look after some of the more expensive items in her house - including her 22-carat engagement ring.
Bella Hadid - $250,000
Bella Hadid's rise to fame is impressive. Although she was born to a former model mother and real estate tycoon father, Bella has made her own waves as one of the biggest supermodels in the world - alongside her sister, Gigi. With so many adoring fans around the world and paparazzi trying to take constant photos of her, her security is non-negotiable. And she pays around $250,000 a year for the privilege.
Bella seems to be quite picky about the bodyguards she hires, too. As well as being physically and mentally strong, her bodyguards also seem to be very attractive - something her fans have picked up on over the years.
Floyd Mayweather - $750,000
Floyd Mayweather may be one of the most talented boxers in the world, but it seems as though even he won't take his chances with crazed fans and desperate paparazzi - especially when he apparently carries no less than $250,000 in cash in his pockets at all times. That's why he has a whole entourage of bodyguards to keep him safe when he leaves the house to run errands or hang out with his famous friends.
This entourage costs him around $750,000 a year and has been dubbed 'The Money Team' - and it seems as though they love their job. After all, Floyd reportedly gifts them Rolexes and sports cars on a regular basis.
Heidi Klum - $250,000
There was once a time when Heidi Klum was one of the most famous supermodels in the world. And while her modeling days are over, there's no denying the fact that Heidi hasn't gone anywhere. She's now a successful television host and social media personality - and her daughter is now following in her footsteps, too. While her $250,000 security bill is understandable, it's fair to say that Heidi has an infamous history with her bodyguards.
In fact, Heidi Klum dated her bodyguard, Martin Kirsten, when her marriage to Seal came to an end. This relationship raised eyebrows with many in Hollywood - but she seemed to be happy for a while.
Kendrick Lamar - $500,000
Although Kendrick Lamar has made waves with his music and his presence in the music industry, it's fair to say that he also caused a stir when this photograph made its way online. This picture shows Kendrick with his bodyguard - and the internet went wild. Fans couldn't work out if Kendrick was small or his bodyguard was giant, but one thing they did learn was that Kendrick obviously wanted the extra security.
In fact, the rapper pays around $500,000 a year for the privilege and will rarely leave the house without his security team by his side. We guess he feels safer that way.
Lady Gaga - $125,000
The rise of Lady Gaga is truly remarkable. There was once a time when her college classmates created a Facebook page, bullying her and telling her that she would never become famous. Now, she's one of the most famous women in Hollywood and has more hit singles than you can count. But this fame and fortune comes with its risks, which is why Lady Gaga likes to surround herself with trustworthy staff.
Lady Gaga has had many bodyguards over the years, including famous celebrity bodyguard Pete Van Der Veen. All in all, it's believed that she spends around $125,000 a year on this security.
Jennifer Lawrence - $125,000
Before The Hunger Games, Jennifer Lawrence was relatively unknown. But when she became Katniss Everdeen, she transformed into one of the most famous women in Hollywood. Now, she's incredibly well-paid and has a whole host of impressive awards under her belt. But anyone who knows anything about J-Law will know that she likes to keep her personal life private - which is why her security detail is so important to her and her family.
Lawrence only picks the best bodyguards for the job and will pay them $125,000 a year to stand by her side. However, it's believed that she's increased her one bodyguard to two or three now that she's welcomed her child.
Kristen Stewart - $100,000
When Kristen Stewart signed on as Bella Swan in The Twilight Saga, she had no idea just how much her life would change. She became an overnight sensation, and suddenly, everyone in the industry wanted to work with her, and all of her fans wanted to meet her. Because of this, she had no option but to hire a security detail who would keep desperate paparazzi and fans at bay. She didn't just hire any bodyguard, though.
Kristen spent $100,000 on a famous celebrity bodyguard that fans called "HBG" or "Hot Bodyguard." There are even countless online fan bases dedicated to his looks and his work with other celebs.
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds - $125,000
Everyone loves Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, right? This powerful couple is both talented and famous in their own right, but together they are even better. Their combined income also makes them one of the richest couples in the world - which is why it might surprise you to learn that they only shell out $125,000 on their security. Of course, this is a huge amount of money for the average person, but for them it's nothing.
As they have each other to rely on, it seems as though they don't feel as though they need constant security. But they do have a select few bodyguards they can rely on when they need them.
Daniel Radcliffe - $50,000
Sometimes, it just takes one roll to thrust you into the limelight and make you one of the most famous actors in history - and Daniel Radcliffe knows that better than most. After rising to fame as Harry Potter in the Harry Potter movie franchise, Daniel Radcliffe has maintained a fairly comfortable and busy lifestyle, but there are still many fans who will do anything to get close to the magical legend.
Because of this, Daniel feels as though he has no choice but to spend $50,000 every year on a bodyguard who can be by his side at a moment's notice. He doesn't have security all the time, though, unlike many other celebs on this list.
Ezra Miller - $15,000
You probably don't need us to tell you that Ezra Miller has lived a very controversial life. While they started off as one of the most enigmatic actors in Hollywood, things soon took a turn when they found themselves under investigation for multiple different charges. And it's fair to say that Ezra has always been pretty kooky. A few years ago, they even hired the eccentric Gu Rubee as their bodyguard for $15,000.
Gu isn't a bodyguard in the traditional sense. Instead, he classifies himself as a "Celebrity GuRu, Healer, Spiritual Advisor, Life & Performance Coach, Yogi, Martial Artist, Bodyguard, Equestrian, Trainer." This protection didn't seem to last too long, though.
Bruce Willis - $200,000
Bruce Willis has recently stepped back from the limelight due to his health concerns, but there was once a time when he was one of the busiest men in Hollywood. He would travel from a movie set to a movie premiere and then made his way to Hollywood parties and events in between. And while he made a name for himself as an action star, it seems as though he didn't want to fight anyone in real life.
Because of this, he spent $200,000 a year on security - including his former bodyguard, Michael Clarke Duncan. Bruce loved his bodyguard so much that he pushed for Michael to become a movie star in his own right.