Former NFL player Chris Johnson revives the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge after publicly disclosing that he has been diagnosed with ALS, a fatal nervous system disease. Multiple outlets report that Johnson revealed his diagnosis earlier in the week and then brought back the viral awareness effort, which originally spread widely in the summer of 2014. The revived challenge is again aimed at raising ALS awareness through a social media-friendly format in which participants record a video or photo while receiving a bucket of ice water and then challenge others. Coverage also notes that Johnson’s announcement draws responses from other public figures, including Marshawn Lynch. PR Newswire adds that the ALS Association increases its giving in connection with Johnson’s announcement, describing a promotion that triples donations following his diagnosis disclosure. Across the reports, the central focus is that Johnson is using the resurfaced challenge to encourage public support and attention for ALS while he continues to deal with the condition.
Chris Johnson revives ALS Ice Bucket Challenge after revealing his ALS diagnosis
Former NFL player Chris Johnson revives the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge after publicly disclosing that he has been diagnosed with ALS, a fatal nervous system disease. Multiple outlets report that Johnson...
- Chris Johnson publicly reveals that he has been diagnosed with ALS.
- After announcing his diagnosis, Johnson brings back the Ice Bucket Challenge to raise awareness.
- The original 2014 Ice Bucket Challenge format involves dumping ice water and posting a video or photo, often with challenges to others.
- Other public figures respond to Johnson’s ALS announcement, including Marshawn Lynch.
- The ALS Association runs a donation promotion tied to Johnson’s announcement, including increased matching or giving.
NFL fans power new wave of the viral movement started in 2014 by three men who did not live to see its return; many donors giving $28 in honor of Johnson's jersey number ARLINGTON, Va., July 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ice Bucket Challenge is officially back — and this time, NFL fans are...
1 month agoFormer NFL star Chris Johnson looks to bring back the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, a 2014 viral sensation, after revealing he has been diagnosed with the disease. Marshawn Lynch and others have responded.
1 month agoThe ALS ice bucket challenge has resurfaced in support of Titans running back Chris Johnson.
1 month agoFormer NFL running back Chris Johnson revealed his ALS diagnosis on Monday. On Wednesday, he revived the "Ice Bucket Challenge."
1 month agoFormer NFL star Chris Johnson is bringing back the Ice Bucket Challenge to raise awareness of ALS as he fights the fatal nervous system disease
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