BBC presenter runs 10k in Crocs in memory of younger brother
Mr Campbell, an architect and presenter, ran the Glasgow Men's 10k in 50 minutes and 18 seconds, handing out copies of his younger brother Duncan's memoir The Suicide Notes throughout the race.
He wore Crocs during the race to 'defy expectations' and to encourage people to 'show up for yourself' after his 31-year-old brother's death last year, and regularly wears them during his appearances on television.
In 2024, Mr Campbell spoke openly about losing his younger sibling to an aggressive form of brain cancer, despite trying sonodynamic therapy in New York, describing his brother's health battle as 'heroic'.
Danny Campbell ran the race with a copy of a book written by his late brother, Duncan (Callum McKenzie/PA Wire)
The race, which started at the Riverside Museum and ended in Glasgow Green, is designed to get men of all ages talking about their mental health.
Mr Campbell, a father-of-three, said: 'I ran the race in my brother's honour. Every squeaky step, Dunk was with me.
'He faced life's hardest challenges with humour, courage, and zero regard for convention. He made sure we laughed, even when things got impossibly hard. I'm just trying to follow in his footsteps.
'My Crocs are now a symbol of not giving a toss about other people's expectations.
'It's about showing up as yourself — and creating space for other people to do the same.
'Thanks to everyone who donated, cheered, or just shook their head in disbelief. I hope it made people smile. And maybe think about someone they could check in on today.'
Writing on a JustGiving page, he said: 'I'm doing this in memory of my little brother and to encourage others to share their struggles.
'Dunk fought a tough battle with cancer and had a profoundly positive impact on so many people. He was charismatic, quick-witted, honest and caring.'
Mr Campbell, an ambassador for The Social Hub Glasgow, said that doing the race in Crocs was 'a silly way to say something serious'.
He raised £750 for the Mental Health Foundation, which praised his efforts at 'normalising conversations around mental health'.
Julie Cameron, associate director for Scotland at Mental Health Foundation, said: 'We're incredibly grateful to Danny for taking on this challenge, raising both awareness and vital funds for the Mental Health Foundation.
'His message encouraging people, especially men, to talk about their struggles and seek support is more important than ever.
'While awareness has grown, stigma still holds many back from opening up about their struggles.
'Normalising conversations around mental health is crucial, and if an architect running a 10K in Crocs sparks those discussions, that's a win.'
To donate, visit justgiving.com/page/danny-campbell
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