Tens of thousands of runners will take to the streets of the capital this Sunday (April 27) for the 2025 London Marathon, one of the UK’s most iconic sporting events — and among the 50,000 expected participants, a star-studded lineup of celebrities will be joining the 26.2-mile challenge.
From actors and athletes to radio hosts and social media stars, the event is set to feature familiar faces across film, television, sport, and music. Whether you’re planning to run, cheer from the sidelines, or tune in from home, here’s who you might spot on marathon day.
? Actors
- Adam Woodyatt – EastEnders
- Alexandra Burke – Singer & Actor
- Clara Francis – Disobedience
- Craig Parkinson – Line of Duty
- Jack Greenlees – Shetland
- Kedar Williams-Stirling – Sex Education
- Kimberley Hart-Simpson – Coronation Street
- Kelly Brook – Model & Actor
- Lisa McGrillis – Rivals
- Patina Miller – Sister Act
- Randall Park – Fresh Off the Boat
- Sam Heughan – Outlander
- Stephen Mangan – The Split
? Singers & Radio Stars
- Adele Roberts – Radio Personality
- Cel Spellman – Radio Host
- Chris Evans – Radio Host
- Jenni Falconer – Radio Host
- Jake Quickenden – Singer
- Harry Judd – McFly
- Rou Reynolds – Enter Shikari
? TV Personalities
- Baasit Siddiqui – Gogglebox
- Craig Doyle – This Morning
- Dr. Amos Ogunkoya – The Traitors
- Emon Choudhury – Race Across the World
- Kitty Scott-Claus – RuPaul’s Drag Race UK
- Marcus Bean – TV Chef
- Michael Griffiths – Love Island
- Ollie Proudlock – Made in Chelsea
- Spencer Matthews – Made in Chelsea
- Stephen Webb – Gogglebox
- Stevie Bradley – Love Island
- Suzanne Shaw – TV Star
? Sporting Legends
- Chris Newton – Olympic Cyclist
- Danny Mills – Former Footballer
- Darren Randolph – Football Goalkeeper
- Gary Rowett – Football Manager
- Jack Wilshere – Former Footballer
- James Rodwell – Former Rugby Player
- Jamie Jones-Buchanan – Rugby League Star
- Jody Morris – Former Footballer
- John Terry – Former Footballer
- Leonardo Bonucci – Former Footballer
- Michael Jamieson – Olympic Swimmer
- Shane McGuigan – Boxing Coach
- Sir Alastair Cook – Former Cricket Captain
- Sir Andrew Strauss – Former Cricket Captain
- Sir Jason Kenny – Olympic Cyclist
- Stef Reid – Paralympic Athlete
- Steve Sidwell – Former Footballer
? Social Media Stars
- Candice Brathwaite – Influencer
- Courtney Clare – Influencer
- Dr. Alex George – Health Influencer
- Joe Wicks – Fitness Coach
- Joe Sugg – YouTuber
- Steve Bland – Podcaster
? Comedians
- Joel Dommett – Comedian & Presenter
- Jack Skipper – Comedian
- Helen Thorn – Comedian
- Paul Tonkinson – Comedian
- Romesh Ranganathan – Comedian
- Shabaz Ali – Comedian
?♂️ A Milestone Event
Now in its 45th year, the London Marathon began on March 29, 1981, and has since become a cornerstone of the UK’s sporting calendar, raising millions for charity annually.
Whether you’re chasing a personal best or simply looking for celeb selfies along the way, Sunday’s race promises to be packed with memorable moments.
