Denise Lewis with UV paint
Denise Lewis, Mark Foster and Helen Chamberlain have been caputered in a new light to encourage men and women to support Cancer Research UK's night-time walking marathon Shine.
The trio, who all have connections with cancer, stripped off and were painted with UV designs inspired by images of cancer cells to show their support for Shine, which takes place on October 1 at London's O2 to raise vital funds for research into cancer. 
Olympic gold medallist, Denise Lewis, OBE, says: "Like most families mine has been touched by cancer. That's why I decided to disrobe and get body painted to show my support for Cancer Research UK's night-time walking marathon, Shine. Taking part in an event like Shine is a great way for men and women to get fit whilst raising money for a great cause at the same time."
Shine symbolises the light Cancer Research UK's doctors, nurses and scientists bring to the lives of people affected by cancer through life-saving research.
Professional swimmer and Strictle Come Dancing contestant Mark Foster says: "Even on Strictly I never sparkled this much! I'm proud to get painted to help support Cancer Research UK's night-time walking marathong Shine which is coming to London for the first time this October."
The charity hopes that more than 8,000 men and women will take part to help raise £1.4 million.
Walkers can choose between a full or half a marathon route, and have the opportunity to decide to raise funds for a specific area of cancer research. The walk will also be taking place in Glasgow on September 10.
Emma Gilbert, Cancer Research UK, says: "Denise, Mark and Helen look truly fantastic and we're delighted they've chose to support our night-time walking marathon Shine.
"We're inviting thousands of men and women to take part in Shine, light up the night and help symbolise the effort, dedication and progress of Cancer Research UK and its supporters.
"Joining together in this empowering even is a fantastic way to make a difference and help Cancer Research UK in the fight against this terrible disease which will affect more than one in three people."
Places are limited so don't forget to sign up now at cancerresearchuk.org/shine
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