Major Jonathan Thompson, also known as Major Eye Candy, has become an internet sensation on TikTok due to his good looks and high-profile job as King Charles III’s bodyguard. But who is he?
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Royal fans and TikTok users have been obsessing over Major Thompson, the man keeping the British monarch safe, ever since they first noticed him around the time of the late Queen’s state funeral in September 2022. He has been spotted at various Royal events and is often seen in close contact with the King.
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Who is Jonathan Thompson?
Born in Morpeth, Northumberland, Major Thompson has served in the British Army since 2006 and is currently with the 5th Battalion Royal Regiment of Scotland. He graduated from Aberystwyth University where he studied Economics, International Politics, and Intelligence Studies.
I leave you with this image. Lieutenant-Colonel Jonathan Thompson. “Major Jonny”, as was, holding the Queen’s handbag.
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As King Charles III’s equerry, Major Thompson is responsible for planning and executing the monarch’s daily programmes, which includes looking after carriages, coaches, and Rolls-Royces used at state ceremonies. He was previously Queen Elizabeth II’s most senior bodyguard and was seen by her side during the Platinum Jubilee celebrations in 2022.
According to his LinkedIn profile, Major Thompson is married to a marketing manager named Caroline and they have a four-year-old son. The family lives in Surrey.
While Thompson’s good looks may have caught the attention of TikTok users, his job is an incredibly important one. As a senior member of the Royal Household, he plays a key role in ensuring the safety and security of the monarch and his family.
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TikTok users have been using the hashtag #majoreyecandy to share footage of Major Thompson and keep up to date with the latest news on the Royal Family. The hashtag has amassed 2.9 million views and counting. While Major Thompson may have become an internet sensation for his good looks, his role as King Charles III’s bodyguard is one of great responsibility and importance.
