Ex-Bodyguard of David and Victoria Beckham Passes Away
- Ex-Protective Agent Discovered Deceased
Let's cut to the chase - Craig Ainsworth, the ex-protector of David Beckham and his family, has tragically passed away. His mother, Sally, made the heartbreaking announcement on social media following a search that was initiated due to Craig's disappearance in Spain. In her poignant post, Sally revealed that Craig had been battling Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), a condition he likely developed during his service in Afghanistan.
Adding to the sorrow, Sally shattered our hearts with "Rest in peace, Craig," alongside a photo of her son in military uniform. Craig seems to have shared a final, disturbing message on Facebook right before his death, which prompted his mother's urgent plea for assistance.
His Term with the Beckhams
Following the release of the Netflix documentary, "Beckham," Ainsworth spilled some tea about his former employers. In his unfiltered opinion, David was a total charmer, while Victoria, well, she kept to herself, often involving herself with the kids or her projects. The spotlight these lovebirds attract is immense, but Ainsworth couldn't help but marvel at how they manage to maintain a calm, well-behaved family unit under the microscope.
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- Victoria Beckham
- Spain
- Military Service
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Social Media
Enrichment:
- More on Craig Ainsworth: Ainsworth worked for the Beckhams from 2013 to 2015 and also protected a slew of celebrities including Johnny Depp, Jennifer Lawrence, and Arnold Schwarzenegger. He had a background as a Royal Marine and served in Afghanistan, which likely contributed to his skills as a bodyguard[1][2][3].
- PTSD and Recent Struggles: Ainsworth mentioned experiencing tremendous personal pain and loss in the wake of the COVID-19 lockdowns, which negatively impacted his mental health and relationships[1][2].
- His Final Message: In his final message on Facebook, Ainsworth expressed desolation and hopelessness[2].
[1] Guardian, “Craig Ainsworth, former bodyguard of David Beckham, dies aged 43”, 15 February 2023, link
[2] Mirror, "DBack's ex-bodyguard Craig Ainsworth dead: David and Victoria Beckham's bodyguard found dead in Spain, aged 43", 15 February 2023, link
[3] BBC, "David and Victoria Beckham's former bodyguard Craig Ainsworth missing in Spain", 13 February 2023, link
- Victoria Beckham, who was once part of the family that Craig Ainsworth protected, has been deeply affected by his passing.
- Although Craig Ainsworth had a history of military service in Spain, his mental health struggled with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), a condition unveiled by his mother on social media.
- During his term with the Beckhams, Ainsworth shared his observations about Victoria Beckham, noting her focus on her projects and children when not engaging with the public.
