Bodyguards can be helpful when it comes to protecting your family and home. Bodyguards can be used for personal protection or as security guards for the security of your home. Here’s our top list of popular bodyguards, both real and fictitious.

1. John Creasy: Denzel Washington plays this fictional bodyguard in the movie “Man on Fire.” This hit film follows the actions of Creasy, a former CIA officer burned in the film who reluctantly decides to be the bodyguard of a young girl whose parents are concerned she is the target of a kidnapping. When she is kidnapped, Creasy has a long and difficult journey trying to track down the culprits to get her back safely and in one piece.

2. Michael Clarke Duncan – This actor has been nominated for an Oscar and has appeared in many Hollywood movies. However, he once worked as a doorman for different Chicago nightclubs before becoming famous. This big man definitely has the build of someone you wish you could be by your side to protect you.

3. Avi Korein: He is the owner of Screen International Security Services in Los Angeles. He began his career in the bodyguard field as a doorman and later established one of Hollywood’s leading security providers. His bodyguard employees protect the likes of Will Smith, Angelina Jolie, and Tom Cruise.

4. Mr. T – “I pity the fool.” This man once worked as bodyguards for Muhammad Ali, Michael Jackson, Bruce Lee, and Diana Ross. He is perhaps one of the most recognized bodyguards turned celebrity.

5. “Big Coco” – Big Coco’s real name is Cory Smith. He has been the bodyguard of many famous stars. Some of these include “Prince”, Gladys Knight, and Natalie Cole.

6. Elijiah Shaw – is the CEO of Icon Services Corporation. Run the security measures for many famous Hollywood stars and record artists. Icon Services Corporation started the ISC Safety Net program that provides free bodyguard services to victims of domestic abuse.

7. The Imperial Royal Guard: A nerd at heart, he couldn’t ignore the elite guard members tasked with protecting Emperor Palpatine in the Star Wars Universe. The dark villain was hardly ever seen without being accompanied by these red-hooded bodyguards. While they don’t have speaking roles in the movies, their presence definitely had an impact on many Star Wars fans and continued works of fiction.