Billy Billingham Biography: Wife, Career, Age, Height, Net Worth, Military Service, Movies

Billy Billingham is a decorated British military veteran, television personality, author, and motivational speaker renowned for his distinguished service in the Special Air Service (SAS), his role as chief instructor on the Channel 4 series SAS: Who Dares Wins, and his work as a celebrity bodyguard and public figure advocating resilience and leadership.

Profile

• Full Name: Mark David Billingham
• Stage Name: Billy Billingham
• Born: June 11, 1965
• Age: 60 years old
• Birthplace: Walsall, England
• Nationality: British
• Occupation: Military Veteran, Television Personality, Author, Motivational Speaker, Former Bodyguard
• Height: 168 cm
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Billingham
• Siblings: Several siblings including older brother and sister, younger brother and sister
• Spouse: Julie Colombino Billingham
• Children: None
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $3,000,000 to $6,000,000

Early Life And Education

Billy Billingham was born on June 11, 1965, in Walsall, England. He was raised by his parents, whose real names are unknown but can be identified as Mr. and Mrs. Billingham, in a challenging working-class environment on a council estate, where he faced difficulties from a young age, including involvement in street trouble.

Billy’s early years were marked by hardship, but joining the military provided a turning point. He left school to enlist, channeling his energy into discipline and service, without pursuing extensive higher education beyond military training.

Career

Billy Billingham joined the Parachute Regiment in 1983 at age 17, serving until 1991 in various operational roles worldwide. He passed SAS selection in 1991, specializing in mountain troop operations, and rose to Warrant Officer Class 1, one of the highest ranks.

After retiring, Billy worked as a high-profile bodyguard for celebrities including Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise, and Russell Crowe. He gained public prominence as chief instructor on SAS: Who Dares Wins since 2015, appearing in international versions, and has authored bestselling books like The Hard Way.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @billingham22b

Personal Life

Billy Billingham, aged 60, married American fashion entrepreneur and humanitarian Julie Colombino, founder of a sustainable brand in Haiti.

Billy has spoken openly about personal losses, including family members and comrades, and the challenges of transitioning from military life, emphasizing mental health awareness and the importance of support networks in his journey.

Net Worth

Billy Billingham’s estimated net worth ranges from $3,000,000 to $6,000,000. His income sources include television presenting on SAS programs, book royalties, motivational speaking tours, previous bodyguard contracts, and brand endorsements stemming from his military and media career.