Celebrities who have got the coronavirus – Tom Hanks and Idris Elba aren’t the only A-listers to test positive for Covid-19
We can’t be sure when the global coronavirus pandemic will slow – but it’s already certain that no one is immune, as these celebrity virus victims prove
The number of global coronavirus cases is spiralling so fast that whatever figure we write here will be out of date a few hours later – and no one can judge when relief will come. But what is transparently clear is that nobody is immune, with a growing number of renowned celebrities reporting a positive Covid-19 diagnosis. Here’s some of the most noteworthy names to have reported catching the deadly strain – urging fans to be be cautious and stay safe.
Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson
Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks and his wife, the actress Rita Wilson, were among the first celebrities who revealed their diagnosis, shocking the world on March 12. Hanks began experiencing colds, body aches and chills, one of the early symptoms of the virus, as he was filming for an upcoming Elvis Presley biopic in Australia. He broke the news to fans with the following post:
Idris Elba
The latest celebrity to contract the virus is the British actor frequently tipped to play James Bond next – Idris Elba. He shared the news on Twitter on Monday (March 16) that he is not experiencing any symptoms so far and self-quarantined immediately. Elba requested to get tested as he was exposed to someone who had contracted the virus. He then prompted followers to follow protocol by washing hands and practising social distancing.