Ellen DeGeneres tests positive for Coronavirus

Popular American talk show hostess and comedienne, Ellen DeGeneres, has announced that she tested positive for COVID-19.

The comedienne took to her verified Twitter account to share the news on Thursday.

DeGeneres, however, allayed the fears of her fans saying, “I’m fine now.”

She tweeted, “Hi Everyone. 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. I’ll see you all again after the holidays. Please stay healthy and safe.”

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— The Ellen Show (@TheEllenShow) December 10, 2020

Meanwhile, “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” has been back in production with Covid-19 safety protocols in place since September.

A spokesperson for Telepictures told CNN that the syndicated program will pause until January, with repeat episodes broadcasting until that time.