30/07/13….Charity run in pink Y-fronts in memory of Robin Gibb

A charity run in memory of the late musician, Robin Gibb, will set off from his family home in Thame next month, and the particiPANTS will all be wearing pink Y-fronts.

The run is being organised by William Graydon, son of Robin’s Manager, Ken Graydon, who will run 200 miles in seven days in pink Y-fronts to raise money for three charities, two of which the Bee Gees singer supported throughout his life.

Cycling alongside William throughout the event will be Robin?s nephew, Steven Murphy and William?s close friend, Benedict Smith whose task will be to keep William motivated during any low points!

Why the Y-fronts?  William explained: “I think with just wearing our pink Y-fronts, it?ll give people another reason to sponsor us because frankly we will look ridiculous, especially towards the end of the event!

“Losing all dignity as I run up the country will be worth it if we can help these three charities carry on with their great work.?

The run will finish on The Isle of Man where the Gibb brothers once lived and still own a family home, and will pass through Brize Norton, Oxfordshire, to pay respects to the soldiers who have fallen during recent conflicts and have been repatriated through the town.

Robin Gibb died in June last year of cancer, despite confounding his family and the doctors by coming out of a lengthy coma, as a result, his family believed, of them constantly singing Bee Gees songs to him. It is the courage showed by Robin during his final months that Williams has said inspired him and his support team to commit to an event that will push them to their limits; “Something the singer did throughout his life,” concluded William.

More information about William’s quest and how you can support him and benefit Robin Gibb’s charities, can be found here: http://www.justgiving.com/teams/robinsrun