Tracy Morgan will serve as grand marshal for 2026 NYC Marathon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 8:36 PM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026
Comedian Tracy Morgan has been announced as the grand marshal for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon. The event, which celebrates the 50th anniversary of its five-borough course, will take place on Sunday, featuring around 60,000 runners from 140 countries. Morgan expressed his appreciation for the honor, highlighting the city's vibrant atmosphere expected during the marathon. The race will begin on Staten Island, and spectators can participate along various locations throughout the course.
- •Tracy Morgan named grand marshal for the 2026 NYC Marathon.
- •Marathon expected to attract about 60,000 runners.
- •Event set for Sunday, marking 50 years of the five-borough course.
- •Race starts on Staten Island and concludes in Central Park.
- •Spectator access available along various parts of the course.
- 8:36 PMYahoo Sports — Comedian Tracy Morgan is grand marshal of 2026 NYC Marathon
"NEW YORK — Comedian, actor and New York sports super fan Tracy Morgan will serve as grand marshal of the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon. The “30 Rock” star, who lives just down the street from Yankee Stadium, said the honor was “incredible,” adding that he is so “grateful” and “appreciative” to be included in the event, during which he will join more than 2 million people lining the streets ...
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