Maged El Masry Contracts Coronavirus

Egyptian actor, Maged El Masry tested positive for the Coronavirus and is isolating at his home, away from his wife and family.

In a press statement to "Youm 7" on Tuesday, El Masry revealed that he felt some coronavirus symptoms, including loss of smell, he immediately tested for the virus, which came back as positive.

He called on the public to protect themselves from the virus and the need to follow precautionary measures to prevent it, noting: "This is serious, it isn't a joke. We must protect each other and our children, take care of yourself."

The actor joined the growing list of celebrities and public figures that were recently infected with the deadly virus, which includes Yousra, Wael El-Ibrashi, Khaled Abou Bakr, and others.