Actor, producer, and singer Idris Elba has opened up about the coronavirus pandemic and revealed he believes that the global calamity was caused by the actions of the human race.
As the 47-year-old star, who was named the Sexiest Man Alive of 2018 by People, said, he thinks that our world is responding with a pandemic because we damaged it.
“One of the upsides of this whole drama is that we are forced to think together as a race. Our world has been taking a kicking. We have damaged our world and it’s no surprise that our world is reacting to the human race,” Mr. Elba told Oprah in a video call.
“It is no surprise that a virus has been created that is going to slow us down, and ultimately make us think differently about our world and ourselves.”
Previously, Elba confirmed in a video that he was diagnosed with COVID-19 following testing. Nevertheless, the actor said he feels okay as he urged people not to worry about his condition.
“This morning I tested positive for Covid 19. I feel ok, I have no symptoms so far but have been isolated since I found out about my possible exposure to the virus,” he said at the time.
“Stay home people and be pragmatic. I will keep you updated on how I’m doing. No panic.”
The ‘Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw’ star has also shared a video in which he opened up about social distancing and claimed his wife, who also tested positive for the virus, feels ok.
“Look, this is serious. Now is the time to start thinking about social distancing, washing your hands. Beyond that there are people out there who aren’t showing symptoms, and that can easily spread it,” the 47-year-old said.
“So now is the time to be really vigilant about washing your hands, and keeping your distance.”
As Mr. Elba went on to say, the couple has already informed their families about the test results and have done everything in their power to isolate themselves.
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