What Hollywood Gets Wrong About Bodyguards

When you think about a classic bodyguard, what are the first things that come to mind? Thanks to movies, one of the first things you probably think of is Kevin Costner in the film, The Bodyguard. After that, you probably think of the Secret Service, or presidential bodyguards, that engage in shootouts and fights with spies and assassins. The bodyguards are often represented in films and on TV as stereotypes that are far removed from reality.

The real job of a bodyguard is not that exciting but can contain some risk. Being a bodyguard was part of my duties for 18 years of my life. Whatever image you have in your mind, it has probably been influenced heavily by popular culture including the movies. In this article, I am going to discuss some of the most common misconceptions about bodyguards, especially if you are considering entering this field and enrolling in a bodyguard training course.

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