2024 london marathon That means 50,000-odd of Britain's fastest gel-sipping elite will literally cover the city. They raised money for various charities and set out to pursue personal goals.
Like every year, a few familiar faces dot the sea of sweaty runners, some with enough power to cause illicit screams among participants. Of course, we're talking about celebrities.
They have been spotted training all over London. From Hyde Park to Battersea, Hampstead to Southbank, athletes are preparing for new challenges. special This year's race. So, who will be at the starting line on April 21st? these are, Must-see celebrities and other pretty cool people taking part in this year's grueling course.
Which celebrities will run the 2024 London Marathon?
phil dunster
The Ted Lasso star, who gained popularity for his no-nonsense, eyebrow-raising demeanor, will be taking part in this year's London Marathon proudly wearing a “Young Lives Vs Cancer” T-shirt. Mr Dunster said the charity that helped his cousin's family with medical costs and provided emotional support during a difficult time had a place in his heart.
In a TCS press release, the actor said, “I'm both excited and terrified to run the London Marathon this year.” We hope to raise as much money as possible so that the social workers at Young Lives and Cancer can do more to support children like Rory and their parents. ”
Natalie Pinkham
Pinkham is known for being a spectator of matches and can often be seen reporting from the F1 pits for Sky Sports F1. But now she's decided to trade Mike for a trainer and run a marathon for Samaritans. 2024 TCS London Marathon Official Charity of the Year.
According to Pinkham's Instagram, she is “very excited/insanely nervous” to run her first marathon, but has been training hard and is almost ready for race day. That's what it means. Go, girl.
romesh Ranganathan
Britain's favorite deadpan humorist is giving fans something to take seriously as he prepares to stand in the Calm election. (Campaign against a miserable life)suicide prevention programs and hotlines.
A comedian who lost a friend to suicide Said: 'The sad fact is that 125 people die by suicide every week in the UK. And it was something I couldn't do out of conscience. That's why I'm running the London Marathon to raise as much money as possible. ”
Tom Grennan
The London-based singer-songwriter has been vlogging about her running journey ahead of the TCS Marathon, leaving many wondering What kind of music is he playing on his cute little wired headphones? BGlennan has just started training with 8 weeks left so should I be worried?CWatch this space to watch his recap video and hear all about it.
Ruth Wilson
While she is famous, Her roles in shows such as Jane Eyre and Luther earned her an A.C.Ruth Wilson from Torres will also be appearing this Sunday to help support Alzheimer's Research UK. Following his father's recent diagnosis, Wilson, his three brothers and nephew decided to run the marathon (possibly even beating his father's time of 3 hours and 15 minutes). .
in statement When he was released before being tied up, his family said:Whether we will run together or in healthy competition with each other remains to be seen, but step by step, along with the hundreds of thousands of people living with this terrible disease and those who care for them, our Father It will be in your heart. ”
Christopher Eccleston
And the star-studded runners don't stop there. Actor and ninth incarnation of Doctor Who, Christopher Eccleston, plans to trade his TARDIS for a trainer and run all 42.2 miles of London streets. name of big issue.
emma barton and jamie borthwick
symbolic eastenders Not only will the duo be taking part in this year's marathon, but they'll also be doing so with some very light, camera, and fast-paced action.
Instead of participating as themselves, the two actors will appear as characters Honey Mitchell and Jay Brown, who will be filmed for later episodes. It remains to be seen if they will support any charity work, but we do know that the pair will be standing in memory of Jay's late wife, who passed away from a brain tumor in the development last year.
Anousheh Ashouri, British-Iranian wrongly imprisoned for five years
Ashouri, famous for being unjustly imprisoned in Iran for four and a half years, first rose to fame by running the London Marathon. prisoner uniform 3 years ago. This year will be his third time participating. He continues to credit his first inspiration to the books of Haruki Murakami. What I talk about when I talk about running.
Aimi Battershall, Cambridgeshire mom with perm brain tumor
She is already a hero to her husband, children, and community. battershall She has been living with a calcified brain tumor since 2018. Now she's taking to the streets for this year's marathon to raise money for a very personal cause. Brain tumor charity.
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