NFL Star Von Miller, PVH CEO Manny Chirico + More Celebs With the Coronavirus, Live Updates
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While much of the world is in isolation, self quarantined and practicing social distancing to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, some are dealing with the COVID-19 virus head on. Several of those affected are in the world of celebrity.
In the past few weeks, the list of athletes, influencers, leaders and other celebrities who have confirmed positive tests has grown and includes Arielle Charnas, Kevin Durant, Idris Elba, Chris Cuomo and Tom Hanks, among others.
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Below is a breakdown of the athletes, influencers, stars and other celebrities who have tested positive for the coronavirus.
Aaron Tveit
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After being in quarantine since Broadway shows shut down on March 12, singer and actor Aaron Tveit tested positive for the coronavirus. The “Les Misérables” star is encouraging fans to take heed and stay safe and healthy.
Prince Albert II of Monaco
Prince Albert II of Monaco has tested positive for the coronavirus according to a statement from the Palace of Monaco on Facebook. The prince is the reigning monarch of the principality and is the son of Prince Rainier III and Grace Kelly, Princess of Monaco.
Andy Cohen
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The “Watch What Happens Live” host Andy Cohen announced via Instagram that he tested positive for the coronavirus and thanked the medical professionals who are helping him and others around the world.
Arielle Charnas
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Influencer Arielle Charnas revealed Wednesday morning via social media that she has tested positive for the coronavirus. “This morning I learned that I tested positive for COVID-19. While this virus seems to be everywhere that you turn, it’s meaning and importance completely changes when it affects you personally,” the influencer — and FN cover star — told her 1 million-plus audience on Instagram.
Boris Johnson
Over the last 24 hours I have developed mild symptoms and tested positive for coronavirus.
I am now self-isolating, but I will continue to lead the government’s response via video-conference as we fight this virus.
Together we will beat this. #StayHomeSaveLives pic.twitter.com/9Te6aFP0Ri
— Boris Johnson #StayHomeSaveLives (@BorisJohnson) March 27, 2020
On March 27, U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson became the first world leader to say that he tested positive for the coronavirus. “I’ve developed mild symptoms of the coronavirus, that’s to say a temperature and a persistent cough,” he said in a video posted on Twitter. “I’m working from home, I’m self isolating — that’s entirely the right thing to do. But, be in no doubt, I can continue, thanks to the wizardry of modern technology, to communicate with all my top team, to lead the national fightback against coronavirus.”
Charlotte Lawrence
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Singer Charlotte Lawrence used her Instagram account to inform her followers that she, too, has tested positive for COVID-19.
Chris Cuomo
— Christopher C. Cuomo (@ChrisCuomo) March 31, 2020
CNN anchor Chris Cuomo has tested positive for the coronavirus, the network confirmed on March 31. Cuomo said on Twitter that he will continue to host his show, “Cuomo Prime Time” — from his basement, where he is quarantined. “We will all beat this by being smart and tough and united,” the journalist wrote.
Christian Wood
Detroit Pistons power forward Christian Wood reportedly tested positive for the coronavirus on Sunday, as first reported by Chris Mannix of Sports Illustrated. Wood was the third NBA player to test positive for COVID-19.
Daniel Dae Kim
Star of “Hawaii 5-0” Daniel Dae Kim shared on Instagram today that he tested positive for COVID-19. He took to the app to explain his experience fighting the coronavirus and plans to keep followers updated with the progression of his symptoms.
David Bryan
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Keyboardist and founding member of Bon Jovi got his results back and find out he tested positive for the coronavirus. He is currently self quarantining.
Debi Mazar
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Debi Mazar, who has tested positive, explained her personal experience with the coronavirus on Instagram. The “Younger” star described the virus as “morphy,” changing symptoms from one day to the next.
Donovan Mitchell
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Update: March 27, 2020
The Utah Jazz announced in a statement that Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert, the first two players in the NBA to test positive for the coronavirus, have been cleared of it and the Utah Department of Health said they “no longer pose a risk of infection to others.”
Original Report
After teammate Rudy Gobert’s test was confirmed, news of Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell’s positive test was revealed, as first reported by ESPN senior NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski. The Adidas-backed baller has since taken to social media to share messages of gratitude for the support from his fans at this time.
Doris Burke
Doris Burke joins The Woj Pod to reveal she's tested positive for the COVID-19 virus. She details her symptoms, her hospital testing experience, recovery and goal of sharing importance of social distancing and other measures underway to combat pandemic. https://t.co/4RAbMO5LPL
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) March 27, 2020
Doris Burke, NBA analyst and reporter for ESPN, has tested positive for the coronavirus. Burke broke the news on the podcast of ESPN senior NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski on March 27, which he shared to his Twitter account.
Manny Chirico
In an interview with CNBC, PVH Corp. CEO Emanuel “Manny” Chirico revealed that he was diagnosed with COVID-19. The exec said that he learned he was infected during a visit to the Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, New York, when the company — parent to Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein — was delivering a huge shipment of masks and other medical equipment. “I was going to be present there, and anybody who’s going to be inside the hospital for an extended period of time needs to be tested,” he said. “So I was tested and I was kind of shocked when I found out that I was positive. I’m asymptomatic.”
James Dolan
The Madison Square Garden Company Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Jim Dolan has tested positive for coronavirus. He has been in self-isolation and is experiencing little to no symptoms. He continues to oversee business operations.
— NY_KnicksPR (@NY_KnicksPR) March 29, 2020
The New York Knicks revealed on March 28 that owner Jim Dolan has tested positive for the coronavirus. Dolan, Madison Square Garden Company’s executive chairman and CEO, is continuing to oversee business operations while in self-isolation. He is experiencing few symptoms.
Idris Elba
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 I’m doing 👊🏾👊🏾 No panic. pic.twitter.com/Lg7HVMZglZ
— Idris Elba (@idriselba) March 16, 2020
Acclaimed actor Idris Elba announced via his personal Twitter account on Monday that he has tested positive for the coronavirus. In the days following the diagnosis, Elba has provided updates on his health, answered questions from his fans and urged his followers to stop spreading conspiracy theories about COVID-19.
Kevin Durant
Kevin Durant tested positive for coronavirus, Durant tells @TheAthleticNBA @Stadium. Durant says he is feeling fine: "Everyone be careful, take care of yourself and quarantine. We're going to get through this."
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) March 17, 2020
NBA star Kevin Durant confirmed to The Athletic and Stadium’s senior lead NBA insider Shams Charania on Tuesday that he tested positive for the coronavirus. “Everyone be careful, take care of yourself and quarantine. We’re going to get through this,” Durant reportedly told Charania, who shared the message on Twitter. News of Durant’s positive test broke shortly after his team, the Brooklyn Nets, announced four players had tested positive.
Kristofer Hivju
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Best known for his role as Tormund Giantsbane in “Game of Thrones,” Kristofer Hivju alerted his followers via Instagram on March 16 that he had tested positive for the coronavirus and is currently self-isolating with only the mild symptoms of a cold.
Los Angeles Lakers
The NBA franchise released a statement Thursday announcing that the team, under the recommendation of team physicians and public health officials, was tested for the coronavirus after playing the Brooklyn Nets on March 10. So far, four members of the Nets have tested positive for COVID-19. The Lakers revealed that the tests of two players came back positive.
Marcus Smart
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Update: March 30, 2020 at 10 a.m. ET
Marcus Smart of the Boston Celtics revealed on Twitter late on March 29 that he has recovered from COVID-19. “Corona Free as of two days ago. Cleared by Mass Dept of Health,” the NBA star said in a Twitter post. “Thanks for everyone’s thoughts and prayers, and I’m doing the same for everyone that’s been affected by this. Stay safe and stay together – apart! Much love!”
Original Report
Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart revealed he tested positive for the coronavirus in a video shared on his personal social media accounts on Thursday night. In the caption, the baller issued a warning to people who aren’t isolating themselves currently. “The younger generation in our country MUST self-distance. This is not a joke. Not doing so is selfish,” Smart wrote.
Olga Kurylenko
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James Bond film “Quantum of Solace” star Olga Kurylenko announced on Instagram on Sunday that she has tested positive for the coronavirus. The actress is best known for her role as Camilla Montes alongside Daniel Craig in the 2008 film.
Prince Charles
Prince Charles has tested positive for the coronavirus, his office revealed on March 25. The Prince of Wales, who is first in line to the British throne, is said to be experiencing mild symptoms. His wife, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, has tested negative for the virus, the statement said.
Sen. Rand Paul
Statement from Senator Rand Paul: https://t.co/L3dA7FkReg
— Senator Rand Paul (@RandPaul) March 23, 2020
On March 23, Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky revealed that he had tested positive for the coronavirus.“The broader the testing and the less finger-pointing we have, the better. America is strong. We are a resilient people, but we’re stronger when we stand together,” the Republican wrote in a statement.
Rudy Gobert
Update: March 27, 2020
The Utah Jazz announced in a statement that Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert, the first two players in the NBA to test positive for the coronavirus, have been cleared of it and the Utah Department of Health said they “no longer pose a risk of infection to others.”
Original Report
On March 11, NBA All-Star Rudy Gobert became the first player in the league who was confirmed to have tested positive for the coronavirus. After the diagnosis, the Utah Jazz revealed Gobert’s plans to donate $500,000 to the employee relief fund for the team’s home venue, Vivint Smart Home Arena, and coronavirus-related services in Utah, Oklahoma City and France.
Scarface
Houston rap legend Scarface, born Brad Jordan, revealed on March 26 in a YouTube live video interview with fellow rapper Willie D that he tested positive for the coronavirus. The musician went into great detail explaining how the illness has impacted him so far and his grueling hospital experience (which included multiple trips to the emergency room).
Sean Payton
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New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton has tested positive for the coronavirus, ESPN senior NFL insider Adam Schefter reported via social media. Payton, according to Schefter, is the first person in the NFL to test positive.
Slim Thug
Just found out I got Corona virus
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Houston rap star Slim Thug announced via Instagram on March 24 that he tested positive for the coronavirus. “As careful as I’ve been, self quarantining, staying home, I might have did … went got something to eat or something or did some stuff like that — simple stuff like that, nothing crazy. Stayed in my truck, had mask, gloves, everything on and my test came back positive,” he said on the social media platform. The rapper said he had a slight fever and a cough, however, at the time of the recording he feels good. He also urged people to stay inside and to get checked out if you have symptoms.
Sophie Grégoire Trudeau
According to multiple reports, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, the wife of Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau, tested positive for the coronavirus on March 12. They state she developed the symptoms while in Canada after returning from a speaking event in London, where she took pictures with several celebrities, including Idris Elba.
Tom Hanks
— Tom Hanks (@tomhanks) March 12, 2020
Beloved actor Tom Hanks revealed via Twitter that he and his wife, Rita, while in Australia, tested positive for the coronavirus on March 11. Since confirming the test results, Hanks has provided updates on their well-being via the social media platform.
Von Miller
“Von has elected to share his diagnosis publicly to emphasize that anyone can be afflicted with coronavirus. … [He] is doing well and recovering at home in self-isolation.”
Statement from the #Broncos on Von Miller testing positive for COVID-19 » https://t.co/PJW4YZjOp1 pic.twitter.com/nqHEiy6zw9
— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) April 16, 2020
NFL star Von Miller revealed April 16 that he has tested positive for the coronavirus. The Denver Broncos released a statement saying, “Von has elected to share his diagnosis publicly to emphasize that anyone can be afflicted with coronavirus” and that he is “doing well and recovering at home in self-isolation.” The Super Bowl champion said on the “Today Show” on April 17 that “I was shocked. We’ve been taking this seriously since day one.”
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