Coronavirus: Celebrities, world leaders, politicians, famous faces and sport stars with Covid-19 virus

Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks announced earlier this week that he and his wife Rita Wilson have contracted the virus.

In the UK a total of 1,543 people had tested positive for Covid-19 as of 9am on Monday.

35 people have died after contracting the virus in the UK.

There have been 55 cases of coronavirus in Hampshire, making it the place with the highest number of cases outside London, Public Health England have announced.

English football has been suspended until April 3 at least – this includes all of Pompey’s upcoming games as well as all Premier League matches.

International friendlies have also been suspended due to the outbreak.

Everton and Real Madrid are self-isolating, while five staff members at Bournemouth AFC are also in self-isolation and several Leicester players have shown symptoms of the disease.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife are also in self quarantine after showing symptoms.

Here are some of the famous faces who have been confirmed to have coronavirus:

- Tom Hanks

- Rita Wilson

- Idris Elba

- Susanna Reid – self isolating

- Kristofer Hivju (Game of Thrones actor)

- Mikel Arteta (Arsenal manager)

- Callum Hudson-Odoi (Chelsea player)

- Blaise Matuidi (Juventus player)

- Nadine Dorries (Health Minister)

- Daniele Rugani (Juventus player)

- Manolo Gabbiadini (Sampdoria player)

- Timo Hubers (Hannover 96 player)

- Rudy Gobert (Utah Jazz NBA)

- Donovan Mitchell (Utah Jazz NBA)

- Kevin Durant (Brooklyn Nets NBA)

- Fernando Gaviria (Colombian cyclist)

- Olga Kurylenko (Quantum of Solace actor)

- Nicola Zingaretti (Leader of Italian Democratic party)

- Thelma Plum (Australian singer)

- Dmitry Strakhov (Russian cyclist)

- Begoña Gómez (wife of Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez)

- Peter Dutton (Australian Minister for Home Affairs)

- Susan McDonald (Australian politician)

- Fabio Wajngarten (Top aide to Brazilian President)

- Franck Riester (French culture minister)

This list will continue to be updated.

Coronavirus: the facts

What is coronavirus?

COVID-19 is a respiratory illness that can affect lungs and airways. It is caused by a virus called coronavirus.

What caused coronavirus?

The outbreak started in Wuhan in China in December 2019 and it is thought that the virus, like others of its kind, has come from animals.

How is it spread?

As this is such a new illness, experts still aren’t sure how it is spread. But.similar viruses are spread in cough droplets. Therefore covering your nose and mouth when sneezing and coughing, and disposing of used tissues straight away is advised. Viruses like coronavirus cannot live outside the body for very long.

What are the symptoms?

The NHS states that the symptoms are: a dry cough, high temperature and shortness of breath - but these symptoms do not necessarily mean you have the illness. Look out for flu-like symptoms, such as aches and pains, nasal congestion, runny nose and a sore throat. It’s important to remember that some people may become infected but won’t develop any symptoms or feel unwell.

What precautions can be taken?

Washing your hands with soap and water thoroughly. The NHS also advises to cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when you cough or sneeze; put used tissues in the bin immediately and try to avoid close contact with people who are unwell. Also avoiding touching eyes, nose and mouth unless your hands are clean.

Should I avoid public places?

Most people who feel well can continue to go to work, school and public places and should only stay at home and self isolate if advised by a medical professional or the coronavirus service.

Sources: World Health Organisation and NHS