CNN Anchor Chris Cuomo Has Tested Positive For COVID-19; He Will Continue To Host His Show From Home

As the more cases of COVID-19 are coming about, CNN anchor Chris Cuomo has become of the latest person to test positive for the virus.

The news about his diagnosis was announced on Tuesday. However, Chris is feeling well and will still host his show “Cuomo Prime Time,” from his home.

Chris said in a statement posted to Twitter, “In these difficult times that seem to get more difficult and complicated by the day, I just found out that I am positive for coronavirus. I have been exposed to people in recent days who have subsequently tested positive and I had fevers, chills, and shortness of breath. I just hope I didn’t give it to the kids and Cristina. That would make me feel worse than this illness.”

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— Christopher C. Cuomo (@ChrisCuomo) March 31, 2020

As many of you know, Chris is the younger brother to New York City Governor Andrew Cuomo.

According to CNN, Chris was last at CNN’s offices in Hudson Yards on Friday, and he anchored his show from his home Monday night. During his show, Chris had his brother Governor Cuomo as a guest and they shared remarks about his set-up inside of his basement.

Chris’ diagnosis makes the third case of coronavirus involving CNN’s workspace in New York City. Employees were notified about another case around mid-March.

Governor Cuomo commented on Chris’ diagnosis and said, “This virus is the great equalizer. Stay strong little brother. You are a sweet, beautiful guy and my best friend. If anyone is #NewYorkTough it’s you.” 

This virus is the great equalizer.

Stay strong little brother. You are a sweet, beautiful guy and my best friend.

If anyone is #NewYorkTough it’s you. https://t.co/B7veuweZzx

— Archive: Governor Andrew Cuomo (@NYGovCuomo) March 31, 2020

We are sending prayers and well wishes to Chris Cuomo!

Source: https://www.cnn.com/2020/03/31/media/chris-cuomo-coronavirus/index.html

TSR STAFF: Jade Ashley @Jade_Ashley94