As the London Marathon 2026 kicks off this weekend, with celebrities such as Cynthia Erivo, James Norton, and Jack O'Connell among the participants, we take a look at some of the most impressive celebrity marathon times ever recorded.
Harry Styles: 2:59.13 (2025 Berlin Marathon)
Harry Styles has completed two marathons, both in 2025. He ran the Tokyo Marathon in March 2025 in 3 hours 24 minutes 7 seconds, then shaved off around 25 minutes to achieve a sub-3-hour time of 2:59.13 in Berlin, running under the alias Sted Sarandos. Fans speculate he might secretly run the London Marathon, though he is not officially on the attendance list.
Spencer Matthews: 3:07:25 (2025 London Marathon)
Former Made In Chelsea star Spencer Matthews, 37, has become an ultra marathon runner. He ran the London Marathon in 3:07:25 in 2025. In 2024, he set a Guinness World Record by completing 30 marathons in 30 days in the Jordanian desert.
Harry Judd (McFly): 3:14:37 (2024 London Marathon)
McFly's Harry Judd will compete in the London Marathon this weekend for the fourth time. His personal best is 3:14:37 from 2024, with his 2025 time just a minute slower at 3:15. He will aim for a new PB this weekend.
Bryan Cranston: 3:20:45 (1985 NYC Marathon)
The Breaking Bad star has a background in running. Bryan Cranston has completed four marathons, with his best time of 3:20:45 at the 1985 New York Marathon. He ran the same marathon in 1986 with a similar time, and all four marathons were under four hours.
Gordon Ramsay: 3:30:37 (2004 London Marathon)
TV chef Gordon Ramsay ran the 2004 London Marathon in 3:30:37. He has completed over 15 marathons and Ironman World Championships. His daughter Tilly will run the London Marathon this Sunday for the first time, with family support.
Cynthia Erivo: 3:35:36 (2022 London Marathon)
The Wicked star's personal best is 3:35:36 from the 2022 London Marathon. She will run again this weekend, attempting to break 3 hours 15 minutes. She also ran the 2016 New York City Marathon in 3:57:07, never finishing a marathon over four hours.
Joe Wicks: 3:40:00 (2019 London Marathon)
The Body Coach finished the 2019 London Marathon in 3:40:00 and will run again this Sunday alongside Daddy Pig from Peppa Pig. He ran for Teenage Cancer Trust in 2019 and in 2026 will raise money for the National Deaf Children's Society.
Other Notable Celebrity Times
- Adele Roberts: 3:36:15 (2025 London Marathon)
- Abby Wambach: 3:44:25
- George W. Bush: 3:44:52 (1993 Houston Marathon)
- Edward Norton: 3:48:01 (2009 New York City Marathon)
- Ryan Reynolds: 3:50:22 (2008 New York City Marathon)
- Josh O'Connor: 3:50:10 (2023 London Marathon)
- Will Ferrell: 3:56:12
- Pippa Middleton: 3:56:33
The London Marathon 2026 promises thrilling performances from both elite athletes and celebrity runners alike.
