Former daredevil stuntman Eddie Kidd who is best known for his motorcycle stunts, finished the London Marathon last night after walking the route for 2 months.
In 1996, he was almost crippled in an accident while trying to jump a drag strip at Long Marston Airfield and this left him virtually paralysed with serious brain injuries. However, Eddie was seen training for months before the event on Brighton’s seafront to ensure he had the strength to complete it.
Eddie Kidd started the marathon on 17th April 2011 and was supported along the way by various celebrities including Ray Winstone, Bobby Davro, Joe Pasquale and Madness frontman Suggs. He was presented with his medal by former boxer Michael Watson who himself suffered serious brain injuries during a boxing match.
Eddie Kidd holds records for jumping 14 buses, a 120ft railway bridge and the Great Wall of China but he described this achievement as his best stunt yet.
During this marathon, Eddie has so far raised £74,000 + gift aid making a total of £85,466.35 at the time of writing.
There are more details on Eddie Kidd post-accident and his fund raising on the official Eddie Kidd web site.
