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Ellen DeGeneres announced on Thursday that she has tested positive for Covid-19.
The daytime talk show host shared the news on Twitter writing, “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.”
Adding, “I’ll see you all again after the holidays. Please stay healthy and safe.”
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) December 10, 2020
The 62-year-old has been hosting her talk show, “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” from her studio with guests appearing both in-person and virtually.
“Hamilton” star Leslie Odom Jr. joined her in-person on Wednesday for her show.
A Telepictures spokesperson told multiple news outlets that production on her show has been “paused” until January.
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