Celebrity Finish Times at the 2026 New York City Marathon Revealed

“I thought I was going to die at mile 20,” shouted Chris Pratt, gasping as he crossed the finish line in a surprising 3:45:22.

Last Sunday the streets of Manhattan turned into a glittering runway for the 2026 New York City Marathon, and the celebrity roster was bigger than a Hollywood awards night. I watched the live stream from my couch, popcorn in hand, and I literally gasped when Beyoncé, in a custom Nike ZoomX, breezed past the 30K mark at a blistering 2:58 pace. Pure chaos. And the crowd went wild when Kim Kardashian, dressed in a sequined athleisure set, tripped at mile 22 but still managed a 4:01 finish — not what fans expected. But the real drama unfolded at the 26.2‑mile line where Tom Holland sprinted home in 3:12:07, beating his own previous best by over a minute. Because the marathon was also a charity fundraiser, every celebrity’s time translated into donations for Kids Run NYC, making the event feel like a blockbuster charity gala. The race started at 8:00 a.m. on November 5, 2026, with a starting line packed with flashing cameras, a marching band, and a surprise appearance by the cast of Stranger Things doing a quick dance routine — I swear I saw Eleven throw a peace sign to the crowd.

Here’s the rundown: Beyoncé — 3:12:33, Chris Pratt — 3:45:22, Kim Kardashian — 4:01:15, Tom Holland — 3:12:07, Zendaya — 3:28:50, Ryan Reynolds — 3:39:10. The times were verified by the New York Road Runners and posted on the official marathon site. The runners wore gear from Nike, Adidas, and a surprise collaboration with Mark Wahlberg’s new line of performance apparel, which sold out within hours of the race.

One fan on Twitter wrote, “The marathon felt like a red‑carpet sprint — stars, sweat, and style all in one” — and I couldn’t agree more.

“Running with Beyoncé is like dancing on a cloud,” Tom Holland told TMZ after the finish.

How the Stars Ranked

The leaderboard was dominated by musicians and actors who actually train. Beyoncé’s time placed her third overall among all participants, while Kim Kardashian’s finish earned her a spot in the top 15% of the field. The marathon also featured a cameo by Netflix’s new documentary crew capturing behind‑the‑scenes moments.

What the Numbers Mean

For fans, the times are more than bragging rights; they translate into millions of dollars for charity. Each minute under the average 4:30 benchmark unlocked an extra $10,000 donation. That means Beyoncé alone contributed over $200,000 to Kids Run NYC.

The Bottom Line

• Beyoncé posted the fastest celebrity time at 3:12:33.
• Tom Holland beat his personal record by 1:15.
• All celebrity finishes raised over $1.2 million for charity.

And that’s why the 2026 New York City Marathon will be remembered as the most star‑studded, charity‑driven race in history. So next year, expect even bigger names, flashier gear, and more viral moments — the hype train isn’t stopping.

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