Episode Details

In this episode of Up+Adam, Adam Montiel chats with David Roberts, the real-life bodyguard to Whitney Houston, whose professional relationship with her inspired the legendary film The Bodyguard. His new memoir, Protecting Whitney, details his years of protecting one of the greatest voices in history—on stage, in the spotlight, and behind closed doors.

Roberts was hired in 1988 for Whitney’s Moment of Truth World Tour, and what started as a professional assignment turned into a deeply personal and emotional journey. From the awe of witnessing her talent up close to the heartbreak of watching those around her put profits over her well-being, David gives us a raw, unfiltered look at life inside Whitney Houston’s world. He shares stories of security threats, intimate moments of trust, and the profound connection they shared—one that went beyond the job description.

We also ask the questions that linger between the lines of his book. Did David love Whitney in a way even he hasn’t fully admitted? Was their connection purely professional, or was there ever a moment of “What if?” Join us for an intimate and revealing conversation with a man who didn’t just protect Whitney—he cared for her in a way few ever could.

Get David Roberts’ book, Protecting Whitney: Amazon Link

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