Former Comrades Marathon champion opens OnlyFans account to help fund running career

Former Comrades Marathon champion Camille Herron has launched an OnlyFans account to supplement her running career. The 2017 women’s champion from the United States is leveraging the platform to generate additional income, expanding her professional brand beyond traditional athletics. At 44, Herron has an impressive resume in long-distance running, including three individual gold medals at the World Championships in the 50km, 100km, and 24-hour events.

She also holds a personal best marathon time of 2:37 and two team World Championship gold medals in the 100km and 24-hour events. Despite the unexpected move, Herron emphasizes that her primary focus remains on elite competition, stating, "In a very real sense, I’m sponsoring myself." She shared a photo on X, expressing excitement about the platform’s potential, saying that runners from around the world are inspired by her presence on OnlyFans and excited to engage with her in new ways.

Herron sees significant potential for more runners in the sport to join OnlyFans and monetize their athletic careers, sharing a variety of content, behind-the-scenes moments, and products from brands she supports.