Dwayne Johnson Reveals His Family Has Tested Positive For COVID-19: "Wear Your Mask"

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The actor said that he, his wife, and their two young daughters were all diagnosed with the virus and they've been battling it for weeks.

The world is sending prayers and positive thoughts to Dwayne Johnson and his family. The beloved entertainer has shared on Instagram just hours ago that he recently tested positive for COVID-19. Additionally, all members of his immediate family, including his wife and young children, have also been diagnosed with coronavirus, so The Rock wanted to share a few thoughts with the public about how they've been coping through this difficult time.

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"I can tell you that this has been one of the most challenging and difficult things we've ever had to endure as a family," Dwayne Johnson said in a video he posted on Instagram. "We're on the end of it. We're on the other side and we're no longer contagious. Thank God, we are healthy." The actor added that he is counting his blessings and thankful that his family was able to recover without incident, unlike the almost two hundred thousand Americans who didn't survive their bouts with the virus.

Johnson also spoke about how people can move forward and protect their loved ones during this time and emphasized the seriousness of the pandemic. He captioned his video with this bit of advice: "Stay disciplined. Boost your immune system. Commit to wellness. Wear your mask. Protect your family. Be strict about having people over your house or gatherings. Stay positive. And care for your fellow human beings. Stay healthy, my friends."

Watch Dwyane Johnson's video below.

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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.

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