Covid-19 Famous Victims
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People, who are older than 60 years old and some who have preexisting health conditions such as lung or heart disease and diabetes, are more vulnerable to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

However, it is evident that you are at risk of COVID-19 regardless of what your status in life.

Since early March this year, famous names in Hollywood, sports, and politics have been infected with COVID-19. That's why it is important to do your own part in curbing the spread of the disease.

Here are some famous names that tested positive for COVID-19:

1. Mel Gibson

His representative revealed on July 24 that Gibson was hospitalized after being infected with COVID-19.

Gibson's representative said the actor tested positive in April and spent a week in the hospital. He was also said to be treated with the drug Remdesivir.

2. Anna Camp

The "Pitch Perfect" star was also one of the well-known names in Hollywood to have the disease.

Camp shared her experience on July 21 through an Instagram post. She said she felt that it was her responsibility to share her COVID-19 infection experience.

Camp added that she has since tested negative, but she was extremely sick for over three weeks and still has lingering symptoms.

Camp noted that she was incredibly safe and has practiced precautionary measures such as wearing a mask and proper hand washing.

She also explained that her symptoms were nothing like a flu. Camp said she completely lost her sense of smell and taste and does not know when it will return.

"Other persistent symptoms are (a month later) dizziness, extreme fatigue, impacted sinuses, upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, and fever. I'm lucky. Because I didn't die. But people are. Please wear your mask. It can happen any time. And it can happen to anyone," she was quoted on her Instagram statement.

Camp said it can happen even at the time that you feel safe.

3. Jack Nicklaus

The golf legend revealed in an interview with CBS that he and his wife tested positive on March 13.

They remained in their home in North Palm Beach, Florida until they both recovered on April 20.

Nicklaus, who is 80 years old, said they were lucky it did not last long considering that he and his wife are at-risk age groups.

His symptoms include sore throat and cough, while his wife was asymptomatic.

4. Tom Hanks

Tom Hanks and his wife Rita Wilson announcd in March that they also tested positive for COVID-19.

The couple did self-quarantine in a rented home in Queensland, Australia after going through hospital treatment.

The couple went to Australia as Hanks made a film about Elvis Presley. The actor was playing the role of Presley's manager Colonel Tom Parker in the Elvis Presley biopic film, which was postponed after his diagnosis.

5. Russel Westbrook

The Houston Rockets guard revealed in July that he had tested positive for COVID-19.

Westbrook said he tested positive for the disease before his team's departure to Orlando. He added that he is feeling well, quarantined, and looking forward to rejoining his teammates once cleared.

Other NBA players were reported to have tested positive with COVID-19 as well.

6. Madonna

Madonna announced in late April that she had tested positive for COVID-19, but did not disclose her symptoms.

Madonna said she had the virus at the end of her tour in Paris over seven weeks ago with many other artists in her show at the time.

7. Raymundo Capetillo

Capetillo was known for his roles in Spanish soap operas. He died after he was reportedly hospitalized with COVID-19.

Capetillo died at the age of 76. Aside from being well-known for his career in film, theater, and television, he was also committed to promoting reading across the country.

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