Game of Thrones actor, Kristofer Hivju announced Monday that he had tested positive for coronavirus and would self-quarantine.
The actor who is best known for playing the roles of Tormund Giantsbane in the HBO epic took to his Instagram page to share the news adding that he was self-isolating at home in Norway.
He wrote: “Greetings from Norway! Sorry to say that I, today, have tested positive for COVID19, Corona virus. My family and I are self-isolating at home for as long as it takes.
“We are in good health – I only have mild symptoms of a cold. There are people at higher risk for who this virus might be a devastating diagnosis, so I urge all of you to be extremely careful; wash your hands, keep 1,5 meters distance from others, go in quarantine; just do everything you can to stop the virus from spreading.”
Before signing off, Hivju shared important information with his followers, especially on how they can stay up-to-date with the latest COVID-19 developments.
“Please visit your country’s Center for Disease Control’s website,” he explained. “And follow the regulations for staying safe and protecting not just yourselves, but our entire community, and especially those at risk like the elderly and people with pre-existing conditions.”
