Idris Elba Tests Positive for Coronavirus, Urges ‘No Panic’

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Actor Idris Elba, who played Stringer Bell on HBO’s The Wire and has starred in such films as Thor, Pacific Rim and Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, has tested positive for COVID-19, the illness caused by the novel coronavirus. The actor announced the news on social media on Monday.

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“This morning I tested positive for COVID-19,” Elba wrote. “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.”