For some people, the idea of running a marathon is a bucket list item they can’t wait to check off. For others, it’s a life changing accomplishment that they’re extremely proud of. A lot of celebrities use the experience to raise money for charity, or promote their latest venture. With the 2024 Chicago Marathon taking over the city, we’re looking back the Black celebs who’ve run marathons and dominated the 26 mile course.
“Power Book III: Raising Kanan” star Patina Miller is no stranger to marathons. The 2024 Chicago race will be her third outing, following the 2022 and 2023 New York marathons.
The first Black “Bachelor” took on the New York CIty marathon, knocking it out in 5:02:23.
The award-winning actress is a marathon veteran, completing the 2013 New York CIty race in 5:17:57, then shaving a little time off to finish the 2015 Boston event in 5:03:24.
As usual, the TV legend was an inspiration with his 7:09:44 time in the 2010 New York City Marathon.
The former New York Giants star made another sports memory in the city, finishing the race in 4:47.
Oprah wanted to run a marathon before she turned 40, so she took on the 1994 Marine Corps event, finishing in 4:29:20.
