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Eleven days ago, actor Tom Hanks, 63, told fans via social media that both he and his wife, Rita Wilson, also 63, had tested positive for coronavirus. He explained that although they'd experienced symptoms including a fever, body aches and chills, that they were self-isolating and being well taken care of.

A few hours ago, the Forrest Gump star shared a further update as to how he and Rita were getting on. Thankfully, it sounds as though the Hollywood couple have come through the worst of their sickness.

Tom also used the update as an opportunity to encourage everyone to use "common sense" and to keep following the guidelines that have been issued, advising people to socially distance themselves as much as possible, to help slow the spread to the virus. It's now known that coronavirus can cause severe health complications for the elderly and those with previous underlying conditions, and in some instances, death.



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Tom's tweet update in full reads: "Hey folks. Two weeks after our first symptoms and we feel better. Sheltering in place works like this: You don't give it to anyone – You don't get it from anyone. Common sense, no? Going to take a while, but if we take care of each other, help where we can, and give up some comforts... this too shall pass".

Tom isn't the only celebrity to share their COVID-19 diagnosis with the public – DJ and actor Idris Elba also recently took to social media to upload a video to explain that he too had tested positive, and was subsequently self-isolating with his wife, Sabrina.

Disgraced movie producer, Harvey Weinstein, has also been diagnosed with coronavirus while in prison.

We hope Tom, Rita, Idris and Sabrina are all back to full health very soon!

The information in this story is accurate as of the publication date. While we are attempting to keep our content as up-to-date as possible, the situation surrounding the coronavirus pandemic continues to develop rapidly, so it's possible that some information and recommendations may have changed since publishing. For any concerns and latest advice, visit the World Health Organisation. If you're in the UK, the National Health Service can also provide useful information and support, while US users can contact the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.

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