The 2024 New York City Marathon once again proved that celebrity runners aren’t limited to their usual domains, as stars from various entertainment spheres laced up their running shoes to tackle the legendary 26.2-mile course. Leading the celebrity runners this year was YouTube pioneer Casey Neistat, who impressed with a remarkable time of 2 hours and 57 minutes, showcasing that content creators can excel in physical endeavors as well as digital ones.
Celebrity Runners at the 2024 NYC Marathon
Former Bachelor Matt James demonstrated his athletic prowess with a solid 3-hour finish, followed by Bachelor Nation alum Zac Clark, who crossed the finish line at 3 hours and 16 minutes. Among the celebrity runners, social media influencer Karen Sarahi Gonzalez proved her dedication extends beyond beauty content, completing the marathon in 3 hours and 37 minutes, while actor Jack Coyne maintained his fitness reputation with a time of 3 hours and 33 minutes.
Celebrities Show Their Strength
The final wave of celebrity runners included impressive performances from entertainment industry figures, with “The Vampire Diaries” actress Claire Holt finishing strong at 3 hours and 42 minutes. Broadway star Carrie St. Louis and Katherine Morikawa both clocked in at 3 hours and 43 minutes, while Latin music sensation Sebastián Yatra completed the course in 3 hours and 48 minutes. Rounding out the top ten was Bachelor alum Peter Weber, who finished just under the 4-hour mark.
This year’s celebrity participants demonstrated that stardom and athletic achievement can go hand in hand, inspiring fans and fellow runners alike. Their participation in one of the world’s most prestigious marathons highlights the growing trend of celebrities embracing serious athletic challenges and promoting healthy lifestyles to their followers.
