The actor revealed on Monday in his video via twitter that he has tested positive for corona virus. He said that he had not been experiencing any symptoms but has been self-quarantining since learning he contracted the virus.
In his statement, Idris Elba said:
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.
Official Tweet
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
More actors like Tom Hanks and wife Rita Wilson diagnosed with corona virus in Australia.Tom Hanks confirmed that he and his wife Rita Wilson “were tested for the Corona virus, and were found to be positive.” The couple, who are in Queensland, Australia, said they will remain isolated for “as long as public health and safety requires” and are taking things one day at a time.

But later they were released from an Australian hospital, just five days after announcing their coronavirus diagnosis and and eating Vegemite.