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TheNew York City Marathonis almost here, and that means dozens of celebrities will be getting out their sneakers to take part in one of the biggest running events of the year.
On Tuesday, the New York Road Runners announced an official list of well-known personalities who have signed up to participate in the storied 26.2-mile race, which takes place on Nov. 7 in New York City.
The group is made up of a variety of celebrities from television, movies, music, and sports, who willrun the race with more than 30,000 others.
This year’s marathon is bound to be a special one for many participants as the event was canceled in 2020 due to theCOVID-19 pandemic. It will also be the marathon’s 50th anniversary.
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“This will be an unprecedented and historic year for the TCS New York City Marathon as one of the most iconic New York sporting events makes its return,” Race Director Ted Metellus said in apress releasein May that announced the marathon would make its comeback. “As we stage a safe and memorable race for the 50th running, this year’s marathon will showcase our great city’s strength, inspiration, and determination.”
Here is New York Road Runners' full list of celebrities participating in the marathon, and the charities they’re supporting:
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It will also be broadcast live in Spanish on ESPN3 through the ESPN App and ESPN.com from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. EST.
source: people.com
