Camille Herron Wikipedia Controversy, Who is Camille Herron?

Camille Herron faces backlash after altering fellow ultrarunners' Wikipedia pages, sparking ethical debates in the ultrarunning community.

by Kowsalya

Updated Sep 25, 2024

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Camille Herron Wikipedia Controversy, Who is Camille Herron?
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Camille Herron Wikipedia Controversy

Camille Herron, an American ultramarathon runner, and her husband, Conor Holt, are in the spotlight after allegations surfaced regarding edits they made to the Wikipedia pages of fellow ultrarunners Kilian Jornet and Courtney Dauwalter.

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According to an article in Canadian Running Magazine, the couple, using the username “Rundbowie,” removed notable achievements from Jornet and Dauwalter’s profiles, arguing they were "puffery." They also added a claim to Herron's page stating she is "widely regarded as one of the greatest ultramarathon runners of all time."

This controversy has sparked significant backlash online, with many criticizing Herron and Holt for allegedly attempting to undermine their competitors’ reputations. The situation has raised questions about ethics in sports and the integrity of public profiles, leading to heated discussions within the ultrarunning community.

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Who is Camille Herron?

Jacquelyn Camille Herron is an American ultramarathon runner and scientist born in Norman, Oklahoma. She excelled in sports during high school, becoming a three-time All-State runner and a state champion in track and field.

Herron attended the University of Tulsa on academic and athletic scholarships, earning a degree in Exercise and Sports Science in 2005. She continued her education at Oregon State University, obtaining a master’s degree in the same field in 2007. 

Birth Name

Jacquelyn Camille Herron

Born

December 25, 1981 (age 42)

Birthplace

Norman, Oklahoma

Height

5 ft 9.5 in (1.77 m)

Country

United States

Sport

Track and Field

Event(s)

Marathon and Ultramarathon

Coached By

Conor Holt

Camille Herron Career

Camille Herron returned to competitive running as a road racer with the help of her husband, Conor Holt, a former elite runner. She believes her scientific background helps her succeed in ultrarunning by focusing on short, frequent runs for consistent training.

Herron has worked as a research assistant in bone imaging at the University of Oklahoma, co-authoring several scientific papers. She partners with Lululemon Athletica on product development, including a women’s trail shoe and the FURTHER program, which features ultramarathons for women. Herron and Holt also run an online coaching business and advocate for equality, mental health, and women in sports science.

Camille Herron Age

Jacquelyn Camille Herron was born on December 25, 1981, making her 42 years old as of 2024. She has faced several challenges throughout her life, including a near-drowning incident at age three and the loss of her home during the 1999 Oklahoma tornado outbreak. In 2024, she was diagnosed with autism and ADHD. Herron’s unique running style is influenced by an extra bone in her foot and twists in her arm and femur.

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