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'Game of Thrones' actor tests positive for coronavirus

Kristofer Hivju, coronavirus, Game of Thrones, Movies, Hollywood

The actor revealed that he is self-quarantining with his family.

By ANI

Published: Tue 17 Mar 2020, 7:14 AM

Last updated: Tue 17 Mar 2020, 9:20 AM

Actor Kristofer Hivju, popularly known for his role of Tormund in 'Game of Thrones', has revealed that he has tested positive for coronavirus.
In an Instagram post, Hivju revealed that he is self-quarantining with his family in Norway.
"Sorry to say that I, today, have tested positive for COVID-19, coronavirus. My family and I are self-isolating at home for as long as it takes. We are in good health - I only have mild symptoms of a cold," Hivju wrote.
"There are people at higher risk for who this virus might be a devastating diagnosis, so I urge all of you to be extremely careful, wash your hands, keep 1,5 metres distance from others, go in quarantine. Just do everything you can to stop the virus from spreading. Together we can fight this virus and avert a crisis at our hospitals. Please take care of each other, keep your distance, and stay healthy," he said.

 
 
 
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Greetings from Norway! Sorry to say that I, today, have tested positive for COVID19, Corona virus. My familiy and I are self-isolating at home for as long as it takes. We are in good health - I only have mild symptoms of a cold. There are people at higher risk for who this virus might be a devastating diagnosis, so I urge all of you to be extremely careful; wash your hands, keep 1,5 meters distance from others, go in quarantine; just do everything you can to stop the virus from spreading. Together we can fight this virus and avert a crisis at our hospitals. Please take care of each other, keep your distance, and stay healthy! Please visit your country's Center for Disease Control's website, and follow the regulations for staying safe and protecting not just yourselves, but our entire community, and especially those at risk like the elderly and people with pre-existing conditions. @grymolvaerhivju #fightcorona #solidarity #takecare #folkehelseinstituttet Thanks to @panoramaagency
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Other actors who have tested positive for coronavirus include Tom Hanks.



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