CHRISTOPHER DE LEON – The 63-year-old Veteran actor Christopher De Leon who tested positive for coronavirus disease or COVID-19 receives prayers from his fellow celebrities and netizens.
The veteran actor confirm his condition by posting his official Instagram account.
In his post he said, “Today, our doctor confirmed that I have COVID-19. I’ve had no recent travel history outside of the Philippines and no known contact with anyone who is positive to have the virus.”
The actor said that his work in the entertainment industry could’ve exposed him to the virus.
“However, due to the nature of my work in the entertainment business, I have interacted with many people. I therefore ask anyone who has come in contact with me within the last week or two to observe stringent self-quarantine, observe for symptoms and follow the triage procedures published by the DOH, whether asymptomatic or not,” he said.
The actor appealed to the public to cooperate with authorities to prevent the virus spread.
“Please cooperate with the authorities in their contact tracing efforts. My wife Sandy, daughter Mica & our kasambahay are in self quarantine at home. In this time of trial, we ask for your prayers and we continue to praise and thank the Lord for His goodness in our lives,” De Leon said.
Here are some reactions from his fellow celebrities:
Jackielou Blanco: Will pray for your healing!!! God is our best healer and He us our conqueror!!! God Bless you and Sandy and Mica.
Gabby Concepcion: Kayang kaya ng katawan mo iyan. Next test mo, negative na iyan. Get well soon bro.
Janine Gutierrez: Praying for your speedy recovery oppa!!
Meanwhile, the Department of Health Accordingly, as of press time, there are now 202 confirmed cases in the country March 18, 2020.
