"I feel okay" - Idris Elba tests positive for coronavirus
Updated | By Breakfast with Martin Bester
Award-winning actor Idris Elba has announced that he has contracted the coronavirus.

On Monday, Idris Elba (47) announced on Twitter that he has tested positive for the coronavirus.
Elba posted a video and told everyone that he feels okay. The star sat next to his wife Sabrina to give fans an update on his condition.
READ: "We are taking it one day at a time" - Tom Hanks on battle with coronavirus
According to the video, Elba is not showing any symptoms yet, but is isolating himself.
"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."
WATCH BELOW:
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
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