LOS ANGELES (AP) ā Idris Elba says he has tested positive for the coronavirus. The actor tweeted Monday that he has no symptoms so far and has been isolated since Friday when he found out about his possible exposure.
Elba is the latest high profile celebrity to have tested positive for the virus. Last week, Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson said they had also tested positively in Australia.
For most people, the new coronavirus causes only mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia.
This morning I tested positive for Covid 19. I feel ok, I have no symptoms so far but have been isolated since I found out about my possible exposure to the virus. Stay home people and be pragmatic. I will keep you updated on how Iām doing šš¾šš¾ No panic. pic.twitter.com/Lg7HVMZglZ
— Idris Elba (@idriselba) March 16, 2020
āThis is serious. Nowās really the time to think about social distancing, washing your hands,ā Elba said.
āWe live in a divided world right now. We can all feel it,ā he added. āBut nowās the time for solidarity, for thinking about each other.ā
Elba is best known in the U.S. for his roles on "The Wire" and "Luther."Ā
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