Hollywood actor Idris Elba has tested positive to the coronavirus. He confirmed this to fans on his twitter page a few hours ago.
Idris Elba taking to his Twitter account on Monday 16th March 2020, where he posted a short video showing himself and his wife Sabrina Dhowre, said: “I feel OK” and confirmed he does not have any symptoms.
Idris Elba, said he has been isolated since finding out he was exposed to the virus.
“Stay home people and be pragmatic,” he said. “I will keep you updated on how I’m doing. No panic.”
Actor Idris Elba said he got tested after finding out on Friday that he had been in contact with someone who had the virus. He said his wife who was spotted in the video, has not been tested but is “doing okay”.
This is serious,” he said. “Now is the time to really think about social distancing, washing your hands.”
Elba told fans to remain “really vigilant”.
He added: “Transparency is probably the best thing for this right now. If you’re feeling ill, or you feel like you should be tested, or if you’ve been exposed, do something about it.”
Since posting the video on his official twitter, he has been receiving encouraging messages both from his fans and colleagues and other celebrities.