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American comedian, Chris Rock tests positive for COVID-19
Popular American comedian, Chris Rock has disclosed on the microblogging site, Twitter that he has tested positive for COVID-19.
The comedian and Hollywood actor revealed the severity of his case in a social media post. In his short Twitter message, the comedian admonished his five million followers to get vaccinated and rid themselves of any form of illness.
“Hey guys I just found out I have COVID, trust me you don’t want this. Get vaccinated,” he stated.
Chris Rock has now joined the list of international celebrities who have been affected by the virus.
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Auch notable names include wrestler and actor, Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, Tom Hanks, Idris Elba, to name a few.
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