As of the world wasn’t already up in arms over the rapid spread of Coronavirus, yesterday's
news hit a little different as the beloved Tom Hanks revealed in a statement that he
and his wife have both tested positive, and fans and celebrities alike are in major meltdown
mode.
What’s up guys, it’s Sussan Mourad with Clevver News, and the fact that 2020 has truly
put us through the ringer in three short months, is a sheer understatement.
After everything that’s already happened this year, the world’s current Coronavirus
has gone for the ONE person we thought was safe from all harm….
Please, GIVE US A BREAK 2020.
It seems most of the world is on major hand-washing, mouth-covering lookout, but there still are
thousands of people who’ve done all the right things, yet have somehow come in too-close-for-comfort
contact with the virus… including Tom Hanks and his wife Rita Wilson.
While Tom was busy shooting the Elvis Presley biopic in Australia this past week, our most
favorite Hollywood couple fell victim to an illness, which would have easily been mistaken
for flu symptoms, had this pandemic not hit the Earth like a ton of bricks.
In a statement posted to his Instagram account, Tom filled his fans in on his current status
with a photo of a biohazard trash can, saying QUOTE, “Hello, folks.
Rita and I are down here in Australia.
We felt a bit tired, like we had colds, and some body aches.
Rita had some chills that came and went.
Slight fevers too.
To play things right, as is needed in the world right now, we were tested for the Coronavirus,
and were found to be positive.”
Tom, being the Hollywood angel that Tom is, seems to be staying optimistic and taking
all the right precautions.
He added, “Well, now.
What to do next?
The Medical Officials have protocols that must be followed.
We Hanks’ will be tested, observed, and isolated for as long as public health and
safety requires.
Not much more to it than a one-day-at-a-time approach, no?
We’ll keep the world posted and updated.
Take care of yourselves!
Hanx!”
Ok, so I took this whole pandemic seriously, but when Tom came down with it, I swear I
haven’t stopped washing my hands since, but I’m curious to hear your reaction to
the news…
Share your reactions to Tom’s post down here in the comments.
Naturally all of Hollywood and Tom’s biggest fans (AKA the entire world) are having a meltdown
over the news…
Many fans and celebs have reacted with tweets and well wishes for Tom and Rita…
Former Vine star Zachary Piona took to Twitter to share what we were all thinking, writing,
“Tom Hanks was like the number 1 person not allowed to get this shit.”
The Try Guys star Eugene Yang also shared an accurate tweet, saying, “Literally the
short list of people who I wish nothing bad would happen to EVER is: 1) my family 2) innocent
children 3) Tom Hanks.”
Then again, many fans are sure that because it’s Tom Hanks, he can get through anything…
right?
One user tweeted, “If Tom Hanks can survive living on an island by himself for 4 years,
I’m confident he’ll beat the coronavirus.”
Comedian Whitney Cummings shared another accurate and very thought-provoking tweet that read,
“I mean Tom Hanks is who would play the guy in the movie about Coronavirus.”
Tom’s Toy Story costar Tim Allen, who plays Buzz Lightyear, responded with a tongue-in-cheek
response, saying, “Woody, I should’ve made you two wear my space suits!
You and Rita rest and get well!”
Aside from the tweets that offer a bit of comical relief from a horrible situation,
other celebrities have shared their well wishes for the couple, including Ellen Degeneres,
who responded to Tom’s post, saying, “Wishing you both a speedy recovery, and sending lots
of love.”
Tom and Rita’s kids have also issued statements, thanking fans for their love and well wishes.
Their son Colin Hanks took to Instagram to share a sweet post, writing, “We are so
grateful for the outpouring of support from everyone.
My parents are receiving excellent care in Australia and are doing well (and in good
spirits) given the circumstances.
Despite the fact that I’m in LA and haven’t seen them in over three weeks, we have been
in constant contact and am confident that they will make a full recovery.”
Some fans love Tom so much that they are literally volunteering as tribute to have Coronavirus
over them instead.
We’re loving the support and love we’re seeing throughout the Internet, for Tom and
everyone else impacted by the Coronavirus and this just goes to show that in times of
need, there are millions and millions of good people out there just wanting the best for
the people we love.
On that note, I wanna hear all your thoughts on Tom and Rita’s statement, along with
your initial reaction, and while you’re down in the comments, be sure to share some
love and well wishes for the couple.
We know they’ll get through this and can’t wait to see Tom back in action!
But before you go, click right over here to see the latest update on the set of Riverdale
and other production sets being shut down due to the virus.
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Thanks so much for tuning in, I’m your host Sussan Mourad and I’ll see you next time.