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Ed Sheeran tests positive for COVID-19, urges people to be safe

WION Web Team
New DelhiUpdated: Oct 25, 2021, 01:43 PM IST
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Ed Sheeran took to his Instagram account to share a statement, revealing he had contracted the virus and had isolated himself. 

British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran has tested positive for coronavirus. The Grammy award-winning singer took to his Instagram account to share a statement, revealing he had contracted the virus and had isolated himself. 

"Hey guys. Quick note to tell you that I've sadly tested positive for COVID-19, so I'm now self-isolating and following government guidelines," he wrote.

Sheeran has now planned to give already scheduled interviews and performances from home.

"..It means that I`m now unable to plough ahead with any in-person commitments for now, so I'll be doing as many of my planned interviews/performances I can from my house. Apologies to anyone I've let down. Be safe everyone," he added.

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After learning about his COVID-19 diagnosis, fans wished him a speedy recovery.

"I'm sorry to hear that! Get better soon," an Instagram user commented. 

"Take rest. You will be better super soon," another one wrote.

The news comes just days prior to Sheeran's fourth studio album releasing on October 29. 

He was also set to appear as a musical guest on 'Saturday Night Live' on November 6, reported The Hollywood Reporter.