Celebrities Who Have Tested Positive For Coronavirus

Suga

BTS has unfortunately had one of its members contract the coronavirus following their return home. On Friday, the popular K-pop group's record label shared that Suga, whose real name is Min Yoon-gi, was isolating in Korea when he happened to test positive. However, they said Suga "is not presenting any symptoms" for the time being and "administering self-care at home per the guidelines of the healthcare authorities." Here's hoping he recovers soon and continues to be in good health!

Larry King

Larry King has been hospitalized as he battles a case of COVID-19. The concerning news broke on Jan. 2, as CNN and other outlets reported that King, 87, is receiving treatment at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. He's been in hospital for over a week now and has been ill for 11 days.

The TV icon is reportedly in isolation and unable to receive visitors at this time. His rep hasn't commented on his status, nor has King tweeted since late November. Fans and social media users are sending well wishes to King, who is diabetic and overcame a stroke in 2019 shortly after undergoing heart surgery. A family source told ABC News that King "is fighting this one hard too, he's a champ." We wish him a speedy recovery.

Ellen DeGeneres

Ellen DeGeneres has tested positive for the coronavirus. The 62-year-old comedian and talk show host shared the concerning news on Dec. 10 in an Instagram message to fans. She wrote:

"Hi Everyone, I want to let you all know that I tested positive for Covid-19. Fortunately, I'm feeling fine right now. Anyone who has been in close contact with me has been notified, and I am following all proper CDC guidelines. I'll see you all again after the holidays. Please stay healthy and safe. Love, Ellen," she signed off.

We're wishing Ellen all the best and a speedy recovery as she battles the disease. The Ellen DeGeneres Show had been airing season 18, after returning following a "toxic" workplace investigation and controversial press.

Prince Christian of Denmark

The Danish Royal family has just released a statement letting the public know that kind and charming Prince Christian, next in line for the throne, has contracted COVID-19.

On their Royal website, the head of communications explained that Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary were informed that an outbreak of the virus occurred at Prince Christian's school. He was quickly tested and found positive for coronavirus.

The future king is now in isolation. Prince Christian is one of the lastest Royals to be struck by the virus, following Prince Charles, Prince William, Prince Michael of Kent, Prince Albert of Monaco, Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia of Sweden.

Arie Luyendyk Jr.

Race car driver and former Bachelor lead Arie Luyendyk Jr. has just announced that he tested positive for COVID-19. Arie took to Instagram to let his fans know, saying "Many of you have been wondering why we haven't done Bachelor Brunch, why we've been so absent on social media, and why I'm sitting like 25 feet away from the girls. It's 'cause I actually tested positive for COVID."

The new dad explained he had to spend Thanksgiving distanced from his wife Lauren and daughter Alessi, "It's been rough. I gotta say, it's not easy being separated." Arie even had to pay $125 to get tested at an independent lab. Fans have been encouraging him and sending his family well-wishes.

Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia of Sweden

The Swedish Royal Court has just released a statement informing the public that both Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia of Sweden have tested positive for the coronavirus. According to Hello! they are now in quarantine at their Stockholm home with their children and experiencing mild symptoms.

Both had been putting in strong efforts to battle the pandemic, Sofia supporting hospital staff and the Prince working at the Swedish Defense Forces headquarters. They are now a part of the growing number of Royals contracting the scary virus along with Charles, Prince of Wales, Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, Prince Albert of Monaco, and Prince Michael of Kent.

Bad Bunny

Bad Bunny's coronavirus diagnosis didn't come at the best time for the singer, who ended up not being able to perform at the American Music Awards as originally planned! "Bad Bunny was originally set to perform his No. 1 global hit 'Dákiti' with Jhay Cortez live for the first time at the AMAs," his team said in a statement, "but unfortunately, the artist tested positive for COVID-19, which forced him to cancel the presentation." Bad Bunny seems to be doing fine at the moment, as it's said that he "isn't showing any major symptoms" of the virus. We wish him a quick recovery!

Princess Michael of Kent

Princess Michael of Kent (75) has been infected with COVID-19, as her spokesperson confirmed to the Sun on Sunday. Marie Christine, her civil name, is the wife of Prince Michael of Kent (78), a cousin of Queen Elizabeth II (94). The 75-year-old princess was already not well in the last few weeks. Now she has made public that she has actually caught the virus.

Since the diagnosis, she has been living in isolation in her apartment at Kensington Palace. Her husband Prince Michael of Kent has tested negative, but is also in isolation. According to an insider, Princess Michael of Kent has a fever and suffers from extreme fatigue. Three weeks ago her housekeeper also became ill.

Several concerts, film premieres, and sports events have been cancelled due to the coronavirus outbreak. Unfortunately, some celebrities have been tested positive for the coronavirus disease in the past days.