Colin Farrell Runs Marathon for Ailing Friend

Hollywood star takes on London Marathon to raise funds for cancer research

Farrell's friend battling cancer

Colin Farrell has embarked on a 26.2-mile (42.2-kilometer) marathon in London to raise funds for a cancer research facility that is treating his close friend.

Farrell announced his plans to run the marathon in support of the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, a specialist cancer treatment center in London, in March 2023.

The Irish actor revealed that his friend was receiving treatment at the Royal Marsden and that he wanted to do something to help.

Farrell has been training for the marathon for several months and has been sharing his progress on social media.

He has also been using his platform to raise awareness of the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity and the importance of cancer research.

The marathon will take place on Sunday, April 23, 2023. Farrell is expected to complete the course in around four hours.

He is hoping to raise at least £1 million (US$1.3 million) for the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.

Farrell's friend battling cancer

Farrell's friend, Shane Byrne, was diagnosed with cancer in 2022.

Byrne is a former professional boxer who represented Ireland at the 2008 Olympic Games.

He is currently receiving treatment at the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.

Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity is a specialist cancer treatment center in London.

The charity provides care to over 50,000 patients each year.

It is also one of the world's leading cancer research centers.

How to donate to Farrell's fundraiser

You can donate to Farrell's fundraiser by visiting the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity website.

You can also donate by text message by texting "COLIN" to 70085.

Each text message donation will cost £5 (US$6.50).