The deadly coronavirus doesn’t discriminate and since the outbreak, even the rich, famous and powerful haven’t been able to escape it.
From politicians, sports stars or celebrities -you may be shocked to find out your favorite star has tested positive for COVID-19.
Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson
National treasures, actor Tom Hanks and actress, singer wife Rita Wilson -both 63, became the first celebrities to go public with the diagnosis. They are both in Australia at the moment.
Janet Broderick
The older sister of actor, singer Matthew Broderick -was placed in the ICU after testing positive with COVID-19. Janet is a rector as the All Saints Episcopal Church in Beverly Hills.
Rudy Gobert, NBA player
The 27-year-old Utah Jazz center tested positive for coronavirus. As a result, the NBA suspended its season.
Donovan Mitchell, NBA player
This week it was announced that Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell also had tested positive for the virus.
Daniele Rugani, soccer player
The Italian soccer star who plays for club Juventus, announced earlier this week that he tested positive for the disease becoming the first player in Italy’s top soccer division to test positive.
Manolo Gabbiadini, soccer player
Became the second Italian soccer star to have coronavirus. The Sampdoria striker also announced that he tested positive for COVID-19.
Mikel Arteta, Arsenal’s head coach
Arteta, a Spanish professional football coach also tested positive for coronavirus.
Fabio Wajngarten, public official in Brazil
Communications Director Fabio Wajngarten, tested positive for the coronavirus. He attended weekend events with President Donald Trump in Florida; marking the first time that someone known to have the virus was in close proximity to the president.
Sophie Gregoire Trudeau, wife of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
Trudeau’s office says Sophie Gregoire Trudeau has tested positive for the coronavirus. The couple is currently in quarantine at their home.
