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Well-known actor James Thornton is a familiar face on TV, notably for his roles in Holby Blue and Emmerdale - he's also a very keen runner.
Lisa Shaw is one half of the Real Radio North East Breakfast Show hosted by “Gary and Lisa” on air every week day morning every weekday morning. Lisa has participated in numerous Bupa Great Run events including the Great Women’s Run and last year’s Bupa Great North 10k – Sunderland. Lisa is taking part in this years Bupa Great North 10k - Sunderland on Sunday 18th July as pert of her 10 in 10 challenge. In order to raise loads of money for Real Radio's adopted charity Zoe's Place, Lisa has decided to take on 10 challenges for 2010.
Emmerdale actor Tony Audenshaw is a keen runner a big supporter of the Great Run Series and regularly finishes as fastest celebrity competitor.
Actress Vicky Binns is best-know for her role as Molly Dobbs in Coronation Street - and she's a committed runner, regularly taking part in Great Runs for the Leukaemia Research Banana Army.
Conor Ryan is a well-know face on television screens having appeared regularly as Len Windass in Coronation Street - and he's also a keen and committed runner.
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Hugh Dennis supports Alzheimer’s Society and will be taking part in the Bupa Great South Run helping to raise funds for vital support for people with dementia and their carers.
Helen Skelton joined the Blue Peter team in the summer of 2008, as the 33rd presenter of the long running show.
Ray Stubbs is one of the best-known sports presenters on TV, having made his name at the BBC before moving to ESPN.
Dame Kelly Holmes won two gold medals at the Athens Olympics to cement her place among the highest rank of British athletes.
Jo Pavey is one of Briatin's top distance runners - with a string of wins in several Great Run events to her credit.
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