New Yorkers who have been doubtful of the reality of the coronavirus were given a rude awakening when the virus hit one of their own. On Tuesday, Chris Cuomo broke the news that he has been diagnosed with COVID-19. The CNN anchor tweeted the news, “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,” he wrote. “I just hope I didn’t give it to the kids and Cristina. That would make me feel worse than this illness!”
He is feeling much better and will continue to anchor his 9 p.m. program “Cuomo Prime Time” from his home. The younger Cuomo said Tuesday that he is “quarantined in my basement” and will “do my shows from here.”
Governor Andrew Cuomo spoke about his brother’s test result at New York state’s daily briefing on Tuesday: “This virus is the great equalizer,” he said. “My brother, Chris, is positive for coronavirus. Found out this morning.” The governor called Chris “my best friend” and said, “He’s young; in good shape; strong -— not as strong as he thinks, but — he’ll be fine.”
This is the third case of coronavirus involving the CNN workplace in New York City.
