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George Lopez was unable to announce the Golden Globe nominations alongside daughter Mayan on Monday after testing positive for COVID-19. He shared on Instagram, “And the Covid goes too...….George Lopez! 😩😷” Selenis Leyva took his place last minute.

Selena Gomez was forced to cancel her appearance on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon," due to COVID-19. She wrote on Instagram, "I ended up getting covid but am resting and feeling ok. A friendly reminder covid is still out there. Get updated on your boosters. I was actually scheduled to get mine this week. Love you all."

Ryan Seacrest has tested positive for COVID-19. He wrote on Instagram, "I don’t know how I avoided it for so long, but unfortunately I tested positive for COVID-19 a few days ago, and I’m currently in quarantine. While I’m feeling the usual symptoms, I hope to make a quick recovery. I’ll be in bed watching tv this week so please let me know if you have any recommendations (especially for any foodie shows!)."

Ringo Starr has been diagnosed with COVID-19, forcing him to cancel some concert dates. In a statement, his team said, "It has been confirmed today that Ringo has COVID and the tour will be on hold while Ringo recuperates. Ringo hopes to resume as soon as possible and is recovering at home. As always, he and [his band] the All-Stars send peace and love to their fans and hope to see them back on the road soon. We will keep fans updated with any further news or changes.”

Travis Barker has tested positive for COVID-19. He wrote on Instagram, "Covid sucks🤬 I’d rather be playing drums.”

Willie Nelson reveals that he got COVID-19 in May. In an interview with New York Times, he shared, "I had a pretty rough time with it. COVID ain’t nothing to laugh at, that’s for sure.”

Dr. Jill Biden tested positive for COVID-19 on August 15, 2022. Her spokesperson said, "After testing negative for COVID-19 on Monday during her regular testing cadence, the First Lady began to develop cold-like symptoms late in the evening. She tested negative again on a rapid antigen test, but a PCR test came back positive.”

Drake has tested positive for COVID-19, forcing him to postpone his Young Money reunion performance with Nicki Minaj and Lil Wayne. He shared on his Instagram Story, "I am truly devastated to say that I tested positive for Covid and the Young Money reunion show scheduled for tonight is being rescheduled to the SOONEST date possible."

President Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19, the White House confirmed on Thursday, July 21. The president, who is fully vaccinated and twice boosted, was experiencing "very mild symptoms.” The White House said, "Consistent with CDC guidelines, he will isolate at the White House and will continue to carry out all of his duties fully during that time."

Camila Cabello revealed in a TikTok video that she tested positive for COVID. "I got the rona," she captioned the video, which shows her lip-syncing to Pitbull and showing off a variety of cold meds.

Martha Stewart tested positive for COVID-19, forcing her to miss a hosting gig. She wrote on Instagram, "This evening, I planned to host a garden party at The Plaza on behalf of my favorite skincare line, @mariobadescu. But I’m sad to report I tested positive for Covid-19. I am feeling fine, but I am sticking to the rules and isolating.”

"Jeopardy" host Mayim Bialik has been dealing with tightness in her chest and exhaustion after testing positive for COVID-19. On her Instagram Story, she revealed, "I have COVID, saying that, and it’s no joke over here. The exhaustion is very special. You cannot be awake. You can try to be awake but all of a sudden…you need to sleep.”

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases announced today that Dr. Anthony Fauci “tested positive for COVID-19 on a rapid antigen test. He is fully vaccinated and has been boosted twice.” Fauci, who has mild symptoms will isolate and work from home until he tests negative.

Sarah Michelle Gellar revealed on her Instagram that "COVID finally got me," adding, "Thankfully I'm vaccinated and boosted." Sarah, who suffers from asthma, also cautioned against believing that "it's just a cold." She explained, "Even with therapeutics and all my protocols, it's been very rough. I know I'm on the road to recovery but it's certainly not been an easy road." She ended, "To quote a friend of mine, 'I'll wear my mask in the shower if it means not getting this again.'"

Hugh Jackman took to social media to announce that he would be missing performances of "The Music Man" on Broadway after testing positive for COVID-19 for the second time. The news came the day after Jackman attended the 2022 Tony Awards.

Mick Jagger tested positive for COVID-19 after experiencing symptoms. Due to his diagnosis, The Rolling Stones have been forced to postpone a show. In a statement, the band said, "The Rolling Stones are deeply sorry for tonight’s postponement, but the safety of the audience, fellow musicians and the touring crew has to take priority."

Gayle King revealed she just tested positive for COVID, but told fans "I'm double vaxxed and boosted." She shared the news on her Instagram from the lobby of the CBS building, where she was tested and then sent home.

Bill Gates tested positive for COVID-19 and is experiencing mild symptoms. He tweeted, "I'm fortunate to be vaccinated and boosted and have access to testing and great medical care."

Kelly Ripa has tested positive for COVID-19. During Tuesday's episode of "Live with Kelly and Ryan," she told Ryan Seacrest and Ali Wentworth over the phone, "I feel fine, thank you for checking. I'm just irritated, Ali, as I'm sure you know. You can be as careful as you want; somehow, it found a way. I'm just really bummed out."

Jimmy Kimmel has tested positive for COVID-19, meaning he'll miss upcoming episodes of "Jimmy Kimmel LIve." He tweeted, "Our daughter brought us COVID (even though we specifically asked her not to). All feeling fine, I am double vaxxed and boosted but the show must not go on. Apologies to @TomCruise & @iliza and thanks to Mike Birbiglia @birbigs who’ll be filling in for me starting tomorrow night.”

Brandi Carlile had to cancel her 2022 Stagecoach performance after testing positive for COVID. She told fans on Instagram, "It finally happened. I have the COVID... I'm a few days in and I have a chest infection, but I think I turned a corner today and I'm starting to feel a little better." She added, "I just wanted to let everybody know that I'm devastated to be missing you and I hope you have a wonderful time out there with all my friends. See you on the other side of this trash."

Christine Quinn missed the taping of the "Selling Sunset" Season 5 reunion after testing positive for COVID. He rep told People that "out of an abundance of caution for the cast and crew" Christine did not attend, adding, "She is still feeling under the weather and is taking all necessary precautions to keep her family safe."

Amanza Smith tested positive for COVID-19, so she joined the "Selling Sunset" reunion remotely.

Vice President Kamala Harris tested positive for COVID-19, the White House announced on Tuesday, April 26. "Today, Vice President Harris tested positive for COVID-19 on rapid and PCR tests,” said Harris’ press secretary Kirsten Allen. “She has exhibited no symptoms, will isolate and continue to work from the Vice President’s residence. She has not been a close contact to the President or First Lady due to their respective recent travel schedules. She will follow CDC guidelines and the advice of her physicians. The Vice President will return to the White House when she tests negative."

Stephen Colbert has tested positive for COVID-19, forcing him to cancel upcoming episodes of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert." He tweeted, "Yep! I tested positive for Covid, but basically, I’m feeling fine- grateful to be vaxxed and boosted. Thank you for the well wishes.”

Julianne Hough has tested positive for COVID-19, which will force her to miss some preview shows of "POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive." Along with being "bummed," she said, "I am feeling okay, but unfortunately need to miss a few POTUS shows. Out of an abundance of caution, I’ll be quarantining until I get the safe sign-off to return. Can’t wait for everyone to see our incredible show!”

Hip-hop pioneer DJ Kay Slay died of COVID-19 on April 17, four months after he was first hospitalized. He was just 55.

Just hours before his new musical "Harmony" opened, Barry Manilow tested positive for COVID-19. In a statement on Wednesday, he said, "I am heartbroken to say that I have just tested positive for COVID-19 and won’t be able to attend tonight’s opening night performance of my new musical Harmony. This just might be the cruelest thing that has ever happened to me: 25 years waiting for this show to premiere in New York and I can’t attend. Even in the face of this pandemic, we New Yorkers remain the toughest, staunchest people on the planet — so, put on a mask and go see a show!”

Jenna Bush Hager was forced to miss Wednesday's episode of "Today," due to her COVID-19 diagnosis. She wrote on her Instagram Story, "This is the face of COVID + mama. We are all isolating and feeling super gracteful for the vaccine and my darling babes."

Anderson Cooper has tested positive for COVID-19, so John Berman will be filling in for him on his CNN show "Anderson Cooper 360°." He wrote on Instagram, "Just tested positive for Covid. Thankfully the kids are negative. Hope to get back to work soon.”

Days after Matthew Broderick tested positive for COVID-19, his wife Sarah Jessica Parker has also tested positive. The upcoming performance of their Broadway show "Plaza Suite" has been canceled.

Matthew Broderick has tested positive for COVID-19, so he has been forced to miss a few performances of "Plaza Suite." In a statement, the spokesperson for the production said, "Everybody wishes him a speedy recovery."

Daniel Craig tested positive for COVID-19, so some of his "Macbeth" performances have been cancelled.

Miley Cyrus announced that she had COVID-19 and would have to miss Steven Tyler's Janie's Fund Grammys party. She tweeted, "Traveling around the world, playin for a 100,000 people a night & meeting hundreds of fans a day the chances of getting Covid are pretty high. I have Covid now but it was definitely worth it." Miley added, "I am feeling fine so don’t worry about me! Sorry Steven! We’ll have to “Walk This Way” another time!"

Taron Edgerton has tested positive for COVID-19, so he's been unable to perform at his London play "Cock" this week.

Hilary Clinton has tested positive for COVID-19, and quarantining from former President Bill Clinton. She tweeted, "Well, I've tested positive for COVID. I've got some mild cold symptoms but am feeling fine. I'm more grateful than ever for the protection vaccines can provide against serious illness. Please get vaccinated and boosted if you haven't already!"

On Sunday, March 13, former President Barack Obama announced on Twitter that he had tested positive for COVID-19. "I’ve had a scratchy throat for a couple days, but am feeling fine otherwise. Michelle and I are grateful to be vaccinated and boosted, and she has tested negative," he wrote. "It’s a reminder to get vaccinated if you haven’t already, even as cases go down."

Two years after her husband Nick Cordero died from COVID-19 complications, Amanda Kloots has tested positive. She wrote on Instagram, "I tested positive for COVID and will be missing some days at work until my quarantine is over. I am feeling completely normal now and feel very grateful for that. I am vaccinated and boosted which is very much putting me at ease. I recently got back from a trip to Mexico where I tested negative before I left and before I flew home so this was surprise this morning. This is the first time I’ve tested positive since the pandemic. I will hopefully be back to work soon but taking this time at home with Elvis to start potty training!!!! Wish me luck as I run after a naked toddler for the next three days."

On Sunday, February 20, it was announced that Justin Bieber's Las Vegas show that evening was postponed till June following the singer testing positive for COVID-19.

“Buckingham Palace confirm that the queen has today tested positive for Covid,” the Palace said via statement on Sunday, February 20. “Her Majesty is experiencing mild coldlike symptoms but expects to continue light duties at Windsor over the coming week. She will continue to receive medical attention and will follow all the appropriate guidelines.”

Duchess Camilla has now tested positive for COVID-19, following Prince Charles' diagnosis. Clarence House released a statement saying, “Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cornwall has tested positive for COVID-19 and is self-isolating. We continue to follow government guideline." Both royals are vaccinated.

Prince Charles was isolating after testing positive for COVID-19 for a second time, Clarence House said. After the news emerged, a royal source told People that Queen Elizabeth was being monitored, because she had met with Charles two days before his diagnosis. However, she was was not displaying any symptoms. Charles first tested positive for the coronavirus at the onset of the pandemic in March 2020.

Gayle King had a false positive for COVID-19, but she taped "CBS This Morning" from a van on February 10. Following the taping, she wrote on Instagram, "Off the set & in the van alone after testing POSITIVE for COVID just before air this am …BUT …then tested negative THREE times after the (unexplained) positive … i was confused I tripled vaccinated & boostered everyone on my team tested negative .. I have NO symptoms ..my dr says I’m okay it’s a false positive , i do NOT have COVID & can move in the world ..Whew !"

Meghan McCain revealed her positive COVID-19 diagnosis in a column for DailyMail.com. She is on the road to recovery, but still dealing with some symptoms, like "waking up feeling the aftereffects of a cold in my throat, getting fatigued easily, and unable to taste food or smell anything normally."

Elton John, 74, was forced to postpone two shows of his restarted Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour after testing positive for COVID-19. A statement on the website for the American Airlines Center in Dallas announced, "It is with great regret that the Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour dates in Dallas set for Tuesday, January 25 and Wednesday, January 26 must be postponed due to Elton recently testing positive for COVID-19. Fortunately, Elton is fully vaccinated and boosted, and is experiencing only mild symptoms." The statement continued, “Elton and the Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour look forward to returning to the stage shortly.”

“GMA” co-anchor Robin Roberts revealed on Thursday, “Unfortunately I tested positive for Covid. Grateful my symptoms have been mild and that I’m doing well. Looking forward to returning as soon as I can.”

Amy Robach is isolating at home this week after testing positive for COVID-19. Her "GMA3" co-anchor T.J. Holmes told viewers on Thursday that "She’s fine" and "only had some mild symptoms."

Savannah Guthrie is working from home after testing positive for COVID-19. Chatting with her “Today” co-anchor Hoda Kotb, who just had the virus, she said, “We're trading places. I’m working from home. You're back in the studio. You have a negative test for COVID. I just tested positive for COVID, so here we go." Guthrie added that her symptoms are mild, ”Little sniffles, not much more than that.”

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s office released a statement revealing she “has received a positive test result for COVID-19,” and is “experiencing symptoms and recovering at home.” AOC is boosted and “encourages everyone to get their booster and follow all CDC guidance.”

Tori Spelling revealed on Instagram that her family has tested positive for COVID. She wrote, "Our entire family has COVID. Yes, every single member got it. We all have varying degrees of symptoms. I was last to be symptomatic. We all were praying it was just a bad winter cold. But it wasn’t. Nothing is worse than wanting to care for your little ones but feeling so sick you can barely function yourself. I feel useless as a parent. Devastated. A mom is supposed to take care of their kiddos when sick. That’s how it works. But, we are all getting thru this together."

James Corden revealed on January 6 that he tested positive for a breakthrough case of COVID-19. He posted, "I'm fully vaccinated, boosted, and because of this am fortunate enough to say I feel completely fine. The show will be off the air for the next few days. Stay safe everyone."

John Mayer has tested positive for COVID-19 and was forced to drop out of his upcoming performance with Dead and Company at the Playing in the Sand event in Riviera Cancun.

"Today" show anchor Hoda Kotb, who is vaccinated and boosted, tested positive for COVID-19 this week. She is isolating at home and tweeted, "Thx for well wishes! Feeling good.. cant wait to see you all when I am in the clear! Xo"

Lupita Nyong'o revealed her COVID diagnosis on Twitter, writing, "I too have tested positive for COVID-19. I'm fully vaccinated and taking care in isolation, so I trust I will be well. Please do all you can to keep yourself and others protected from serious illness."

Seth Meyers announced on January 4 that he tested positive for COVID-19. He tweeted, "The good news is, I feel fine (thanks vaccines and booster!) We are canceling the rest of the shows this week, so tune in next Monday to see what cool location we will try and pass off as a studio!!!"

Jimmy Fallon revealed that he contracted a breakthrough case of COVID-19 on the first day of his show's holiday break. He posted, "I was vaccinated and boostered which made me lucky enough to only have mild symptoms... Thank you to NBC for taking the testing protocols so seriously and doing a great job - and also thanks for putting me in the 'What ‘chu talkin’ about Willis?' isolation room when they told me the news."

Whoopi Goldberg tested positive for COVID-19, "The View" co-host Joy Behar announced on the episode that aired on Monday, January 3. "Since she's vaxxed and boosted, her symptoms have been very, very, mild," Joy said. Joy also explained that the show would be filmed virtually for at least a week amid the Omicron surge.

RM, Jin and Suga of BTS have recovered from COVID-19 after testing positive in late December.

Big Hit Music released a statement saying Suga recovered, then followed up to say RM and Jin are better too. All three singers can now resume daily activities.

Pictured left to right: V, Suga, Jin, Jungkook, RM, Jimin, and J-Hope.

LL Cool J has canceled his New Year’s Eve performance after testing positive for COVID-19. The rapper was set to perform at “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest,” but told fans in a statement to Deadline, “I’ll no longer be able to perform as scheduled… for now I wish everyone a healthy and happy New Year. The best is yet to come!“

Hugh Jackman revealed on December 28 that he tested positive for COVID-19 as news broke his Broadway show "The Music Man" would be canceling shows through Saturday. Jackman is vaccinated and experiencing mild symptoms. He's expected to return to the stage on January 6.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers tested positive for COVID-19, the NFL Network reported. He was expected to miss the Packers' game on Sunday, November 8, against Kansas City.

Jason Momoa told fans on Instagram that he was "doing fine" after contracting COVID-19 following the "Dune" London premiere. "I got hit with COVID right after the premiere," he said. "There was a lot of people I met in England, so got a lot of aloha from people. And who knows?" He added, "Thank you for all your concerns and love. And, yeah, I'm just camped out in my house. Mahalo for all the love and support."

Khloé Kardashian revealed to followers on Instagram that she and daughter True tested positive for COVID-19. She posted, "I've had to cancel several commitments and I'm sorry I won't be able to make those happen. Luckily I've been vaccinated so all will be ok. We will be over here in quarantine and following current guidelines. Be safe everyone!"

Singer Ed Sheeran revealed that he was quarantining after testing positive for COVID-19. He posted, "Hey guys. Quick note to tell you that I've sadly tested positive for Covid, so I'm now self-isolating and following government guidelines. 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 x"

Retired Gen. Colin Powell died of COVID-19 at 84 on October 18. He had also battled multiple myeloma, a blood cancer that defeats the body's ability to stave off infections.

Days after his #DWTS partner #CherylBurke tested positive for COVID-19, Cody Rigsby revealed in a video update that he also has coronavirus. Both he and Cheryl are vaccinated. Cody also previously battled COVID earlier this year. Cody says he is getting rest and remains uncertain what this means for his fate in the ballroom.

An emotional Cheryl Burke revealed in a video posted on Sunday, September 26th that she tested positive for COVID-19. While Cheryl said she would be quarantining for 10 days, it was not immediately clear what this would mean for her "Dancing with the Stars" partner Cody Rigsby. "I just feel so bad for Cody," Cheryl said through tears. "I feel like I'm letting him down." she added, "I just hope I didn't spread it. For those of you who don't think COVID is a real thing, it's [expletive] real, dude."

"Flip or Flop" and "Flipping 101" star Tarek El Moussa tested positive for a breakthrough case of COVID-19. According to his spokesperson, the result came up during Tarek's regular production testing. He was asymptomatic and was quarantining with his fiancée, "Selling Sunset" star Heather Rae Young. She had undergone multiple tests that came back negative. They were both vaccinated.

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Retired Gen. Colin Powell died of COVID-19 at 84 on October 18. He had also battled multiple myeloma, a blood cancer that defeats the body's ability to stave off infections.

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