Christopher de Leon tests positive for coronavirus

Multi-awarded Filipino actor Christopher de Leon has been tested positive for Covid-19.

De Leon made the announcement on Instagram March 17. He carries the name sgt.pepper8 on the photo-sharing service and social network.

The actor also said that his wife actress Sandy Andolong, daughter Mica and their kasambay are now under self-quarantine at home.

De Leon's full announcement:

"To all my family and friends, especially in the entertainment business:

"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;

"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 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;

"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;

"Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. (1Thessalonians 5:18 ) Stay safe & GOD bless! Christopher de Leon."