Colin Farrell participated in the Dublin Marathon, pushing his friend Emma Fogarty, who suffers from a rare skin condition, to raise funds for DEBRA Ireland. Their remarkable journey aims to support those with epidermolysis bullosa, showcasing resilience and friendship.
- Colin Farrell has stepped up in Dublin
- He ran the local Marathon with his friend
- Colin pushed him on his wheelchair all the way
Colin Farrell's Marathon Mission
In a heartwarming display of friendship and determination, actor Colin Farrell took a break from his busy acting schedule on Sunday to participate in the Dublin Marathon.
The 48-year-old actor completed the final 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) of the 26-mile race while pushing his longtime friend, Emma Fogarty, in a wheelchair. Fogarty, who lives with the rare genetic condition epidermolysis bullosa (EB), joined Farrell in this remarkable endeavor to raise funds for DEBRA Ireland, a charity dedicated to supporting individuals with EB.
Emma Fogarty, Ireland's oldest surviving person with EB, was born with no skin on her left foot and right arm. Her condition causes painful blisters even from the slightest touch. Despite these challenges, Fogarty celebrated her 40th birthday in June, a milestone she once thought unattainable. Her determination inspired Farrell to join her in the marathon, with the duo aiming to raise €1 million for DEBRA Ireland.
As the Oscar-nominated actor, currently starring in HBO's "The Penguin," met Fogarty during the late stage of the marathon, crowds cheered them on, creating an electrifying atmosphere. The pair crossed the finish line just before 1 p.m. local time, with Farrell completing the course in 4:06.45.
"That run was nothing compared to the pain she is forced to endure every single day, even though she doesn’t show it," Farrell shared with PA Media. "It was an honour to see her waiting for me with 4km to go, each of those representing a decade of her life, and to do the final stretch together. I’ll never forget it."
A Shared Dream Comes True
Emma Fogarty expressed her gratitude, saying, "This was a dream come true for me and I want to thank Colin, who has been the most supportive, generous and loyal friend I could wish for." Her words highlight the deep bond between the two and Farrell's unwavering commitment to raising awareness for EB.
Farrell and Fogarty initially set out to raise €400,000 ($430,000) but have now set their sights on the million-euro mark. Their efforts have already surpassed three-quarters of their goal, as indicated on the DEBRA Ireland website.
Fogarty, an ambassador for DEBRA, continues to advocate for those living with EB, a condition that leaves individuals without the essential proteins needed to bind the skin's layers together.
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