Movie star Idris Elba has announced that he has tested positive for the Coronavirus.
In a video posted on his Twitter feed, Elba said he had been in contact with a friend who had been infected.
He appealed to the public to take responsible action.
The Golden Globe winner is best known for his role as Nelson Mandela in the 2014 film "Long Walk to Freedom".
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
