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Jay-Z and Beyoncé -

With an estimated cost of US$88 million a year, the Carter's spend a hefty amount to protect themselves and their three children.

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Kim Kardashian -

One of the biggest celebrity robberies occurred in 2016 when Kim Kardashian was held at gunpoint in her Paris hotel room. She now spends more than US$100,000 a day on security.

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Jennifer Aniston -

With fans all over the world, the actress spends US$20,000 per month on her strong security detail.

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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry -

The couple have been very open about their security issues since stepping back from their roles as senior members of the royal family. They pay around US$7.8 million a year for protection.

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Jennifer Lopez -

J.Lo is guarded by the Force Protection Agency, who hire bodyguards that are ex-cops or ex-military. She spends around US$42,000 monthly.

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Tom Cruise -

As one of the biggest actors on the planet, Tom Cruise needs to make sure he stays safe. That's why his security costs an estimated US$2.6 million yearly. 

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David and Victoria Beckham -

After the couple’s London home was broken into in 2022, it's no wonder why they spend US$1 million annually on security.

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Rihanna -

With a billion-dollar empire, Rihanna has her security paid US$500,000 every year for her protection.

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Angelina Jolie -

With six children, Jolie spends US$2 million annually to ensure they're safe and secure at all times.

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Justin Bieber -

Constantly followed by the paparazzi and fans, someone as famous as Justin Bieber can’t go many places without a full team of security. He spends about US$1 million a year on it.

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Madonna -

Not only does Madonna worry about her own safety, she has six kids to think about as well. The Queen of Pop spends an estimated US$500,000 on security every year.

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Selena Gomez -

Having made a name for herself in both the acting and music industry, Gomez has fans and critics all over the world. She therefore pays US$500,000 yearly for her security.

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Britney Spears -

Someone as famous as Britney Spears needs constant security to keep her safe. The pop star spends US$600,000 every year on her security.

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Jeff Bezos -

Spending US$1.6 million yearly on security, Jeff Bezos needs to keep himself safe from Amazon critics and the like.

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Kylie Jenner -

After the scare with Kim Kardashian, the entire family ensures they're protected. Kylie Jenner spends US$400,000 per month on security.

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Harry Styles -

Having had his house broken into, the singer and actor has also previously been stalked and held by knife point. After these incidents, he hired Mick Jagger’s bodyguard and additional security that cost him US$1 million per year.

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Lady Gaga -

Lady Gaga has ensured maximum security around her home, paying US$2.1 million annually for the services.

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Mark Zuckerberg -

The Facebook co-founder changed everyone's life when it comes to social media, but, with many critics, his security costs him around US$22 million annually.

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Taylor Swift -

Dominating the music industry for close to two decades now, Swift pays her security team an estimated US$400,000 every year.

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Cher -

No stranger to fame, Cher spends about US$600,000 a year on security, which is essential for someone with such superstar status.

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Adele -

One of the best-selling solo artists in the world, Adele spends an average of US$75,000 per year on security.

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Johnny Depp -

With one of the top security teams in Hollywood, Depp spends an estimated US$2 million every year on bodyguards and a high-tech security system.

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Nicole Kidman -

One of the biggest actresses in Hollywood, Nicole Kidman spends about US$1 million per year to keep herself and her family safe.

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Katy Perry -

After getting together with Orlando Bloom and having a baby, the pop star got more intense about security. She spends more than US$350,000 per year on security services.

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Scarlett Johansson -

One of the richest women in Hollywood, the actress spends about US$200,000 on security every year.

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Bella Hadid -

The world famous model spends about US$250,000 each year on her security.

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50 Cent -

The rapper has previously revealed that he spends US$1.6 million yearly to protect himself.

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Barbra Streisand -

Having been in the spotlight since the '60s, the iconic singer and actress' annual spending for her security team adds up to US$125,000.

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Amy Adams -

The Hollywood actress pays around US$75,000 per year for her security team.

Sources: (TheRichest) (SheKnows)

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