The NYC Marathon: When A-Listers Trade Red Carpets for Running Shoes (and Hope No One Recognizes Them)
The New York City Marathon is a grueling 26.2-mile test of endurance. But hey, who says suffering can't be glamorous? Every year, a handful of celebrities decide to swap the red carpet for the pavement, proving they're more than just a pretty face (or, you know, a sculpted bod).
So, who are we likely to see sweating it out in the Big Apple this year? Buckle up, folks, because it's gonna get interesting.
From Reality Stars to Reality (TV) Stars
This year, we might see Nev Schulman, the OG catfish himself, back on the course. Apparently, chasing internet fakers across the country wasn't enough cardio for this guy. Maybe this year he'll be the one getting catfished by a particularly fast runner who keeps disappearing at water stations?
Trading the Stock Market for the Streets
Remember Matt James from The Bachelor? Apparently, he's found a new way to get his heart racing – and it doesn't involve roses (although, with all those spectators, who knows?). Maybe this year he'll finally find his perfect running partner – someone who can keep up and doesn't mind the occasional sweaty high five.
Hollywood Takes a Jog
We can't forget about the actors! Last year, we saw Luke Macfarlane pounding the pavement. Here's hoping he remembers to hydrate this year – dehydration can really mess with those audition takes!
Who Won't We See (But Maybe We Should)?
Let's be honest, folks. There are some celebs who seem tailor-made for the marathon, but never seem to show up. Here's who I'm picturing in full running gear (but probably won't actually see):
- Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson: The man practically exudes "can run a marathon" energy. Plus, imagine the motivational speeches he could give at every mile marker!
- Ryan Reynolds: This guy seems like he thrives on a good challenge, and a marathon is the ultimate test of physical and mental fortitude (plus, a great excuse to wear a ridiculous costume).
The Marathon: Where Everyone's Just Trying to Survive (and Maybe Not Get Recognized)
Let's face it, celebrities are people too (shocking, I know). So while they might be running for charity, a personal challenge, or just to avoid the post-holiday bloat, there's one thing we can all agree on: they're probably hoping they can blend in with the crowd and finish the race without getting mobbed for selfies.
So, the next time you're cheering on runners at the NYC Marathon, keep your eyes peeled. You never know who you might see – just remember to be respectful and let them focus on conquering those 26.2 miles (unless they're wearing a costume that begs for a comment, then all bets are off).
