Famous individuals participating in the Sunday 2023 NYC Marathon.
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There will be several well-known individuals participating in the race, including celebrities from television, film, music, and sports.26.2 mile course
Some notable individuals, including MTV’s Nev Schulmann and former Stanley Cup champion Zdeno Chára, joined in on the event.
Not only is Marathon Sunday
The city of New York not only hosts a notable event to recognize athletic accomplishments, but it also serves as a platform to raise millions of dollars for charities worldwide. In 2022, the organization in charge of the race, New York Road Runners, announced that participants raised a total of $52.3 million for their designated charity partners during the 2021 marathon and 2022 half-marathon.
According to People magazine, actor Ashton Kutcher raised more than $1 million for his charity, Thorn, which aids in the battle against child sexual abuse, in preparation for last year’s New York City Marathon.
The New York Road Runners has released a list of prominent individuals who will be participating in this year’s race. Audience members can use the TCS New York City Marathon app to follow their favorite celebrities. Here are a few names to keep an eye on:
Patina Miller
Patina Miller, the acclaimed vocalist who has received both Tony and Grammy Awards, will not only be participating in the race, but she will also be singing the national anthem at the starting line in Staten Island. She is running to show her support for Komera, a non-profit that strives to empower young women in Rwanda by providing education, healthcare, and a sense of community.
Luke Macfarlane
Luke Macfarlane, famous for his performances in the TV show “Brothers & Sisters” and various movies on the Hallmark Channel, is set to participate in his first ever NYC Marathon. He will be joined by his family as they run to raise awareness and funds for Beyond Type 1, an organization dedicated to diabetes research.
Matt James
Matt James, the lead in season 25 of “The Bachelor,” will once again be participating in the race. James, a passionate runner, was a football player at Wake Forest University. He completed last year’s race with a time of 3:46:45.
Zdeno Chára
Zdeno Chára, a former NHL player and 2011 Stanley Cup winner with the Boston Bruins, has set a goal of completing six major marathons, including the recent Boston Marathon where he finished in 3:38:23. According to Runners World, Chára will now be participating in the New York City Marathon, a popular event that often draws athletes from various sports. Standing at a towering height of 6’9″, he will surely stand out among the other runners.
Nev Schulman
Nev Schulman, the host and producer of MTV’s show “Catfish,” is set to participate in his seventh New York City Marathon. This year, he will be serving as a guide runner for a visually impaired athlete who is running with Achilles International, an organization that promotes sports participation for individuals with disabilities.
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Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes are both co-anchors for ABC.
On November 6, 2022, Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes crossed the finish line of the 2022 TCS New York City Marathon.
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Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes were co-hosts of the third hour of “Good Morning America” until 2013.they were sidelined
Despite the gossip in tabloids about their romantic involvement, Robach and Holmes will once again participate in the New York City Marathon. Last year, Robach completed the race in 4:25:30, closely followed by Holmes at 4:25:31. They have recently revealed their joint venture as co-hosts of a podcast titled “Amy & T.J.”
More notable names
Some other notable participants in the race are Cody Ko and Casey Neistat, well-known YouTubers who have previously finished marathons. Married couples Samantha Judge and Emily Rizzo, who are spouses of New York Yankees players Aaron Judge and Anthony Rizzo, will also be taking part in the event.
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