In the world of professional chauffeurs, especially those who drive celebrities and billionaires, the job can sometimes be a glamorous, high-paying experience. But as one driver recently shared in a Reddit AMA, it can also come with its share of challenges—especially when passengers cross boundaries or put a chauffeur’s career at risk.
One such incident involved a regular client who treated a certain white powder as his “party favor.” The chauffeur, concerned about the legal ramifications of having illegal substances in his vehicle, warned the client that continued use of the drug would result in the termination of the ride. Despite this warning, the client showed no regard for local laws.
Faced with the possibility of losing his livelihood, the driver made the difficult decision to call the police. He asked the officers to pull over the limo for a “routine check,” ensuring that the passengers were unaware of what was happening due to the partition between the front and back of the vehicle. When the police arrived, they arrested the client and his friends, and the chauffeur was able to clock out early.
While the driver’s decision helped him avoid legal consequences, not everyone agreed with his approach. One commenter on the Reddit thread questioned whether the driver had betrayed his client by calling the police, asking, “Why not just throw him out of the car?”
The chauffeur responded firmly, explaining that he valued his career and would not risk losing his license or driving authority. “I could lose my license and driving authority if I got pulled over and drugs were found,” he noted. He also pointed out that while chauffeurs are sometimes encouraged to “look the other way,” he wasn’t willing to jeopardize the livelihood he had worked hard to build.
However, not all chauffeurs take the same stance. The original poster of the AMA, who also drove for celebrities, had a more laid-back approach to drugs. He shared a story of picking up a famous rapper straight from his private jet, who had a well-known fondness for substances.
Despite the frequent drug use, the driver maintained that most celebrities were relatively dull, spending their time sleeping or sitting in silence during rides. He even offered a rare compliment, saying, “Keanu Reeves is a nice guy.”
That said, not all passengers are pleasant. When asked about difficult clients, the chauffeur shared that while most were forgettable, there were a few notable exceptions—such as Christian Horner, the head of the Red Bull Racing Formula 1 team, who could not even manage a simple greeting.
Despite the occasional rudeness, the driver took it all in stride, acknowledging that “it never got any worse than being ignored.” For chauffeurs, the job comes with a unique set of challenges and difficult choices—especially when it comes to navigating the behaviors of high-profile passengers. Some drivers may choose to turn a blind eye, while others, like the driver who called the cops, may make the hard decision to protect their career and their integrity.
