Idris Elba Says His Wife And Himself Have Passed The Quarantine After They Tested Positive

Idris Elba has announced both he and his wife Sabrina, 30, have passed the two-week quarantine period after being tested positive for coronavirus.

The actor, 47, took to Twitter on Tuesday evening to share a health update where he told fans they were 'doing ok' and still asymptomatic.

Idris, who has been in quarantine in New Mexico after he discovered he had COVID-19 while shooting his new Netflix film, said they are 'stuck in limbo' because they can't get a flight back to the U.K.

Idris said: 'What’s up people. I just wanted to send you a little update on how we’re doing. We’re both doing ok, still asymptomatic.

'We’ve passed the quarantine period but we’re stuck in limbo. We can’t get a flight back home so we just have to sit still for a little bit, but other than that we’re ok and we’re so thankful that the worst of this has probably passed.'

Reflecting on being in self-isolation, the Luther star continued: 'It’s weird because I never sit still, Sabrina never sits still either. I think she’s finding it harder, she’s getting cabin fever.

'We’re both good, mentally just trying to stay optimistic. I hope you guys are too man. Keeping yourselves, you know, sane and not getting worried or too panicked.

'Take it from me man, I thought I was going to see the worst of it as an asthmatic but thankfully I came through and you can too.'

Idris then went on to thank the NHS, as well as encouraging those who are struggling: 'Big shout out to everyone who is helping other people, especially the doctors, nurses and health carers who are doing their thing. You lot are amazing and should be fully appreciated.

To anyone who is going through hard times financially right now, this is going to be a tough time for everyone. Keep your head up.

'Just a note to say listen I’m still here, I hope you’re good, We’re going to fight this thing.'

Idris closed off the video: 'Thank you for everyone who has sent their love and thoughts, we really appreciate it. Alright, respect.'

Last Thursday, the star admitted the couple couldn't wait to return home to London as they are quarantined near to where Idris was filming upcoming Netflix film The Harder They Fall in Sante Fe.

Sharing a selfie, Idris wrote: 'Hoping everyone is coping with this $@@!! Currently still quarantine.. Sab and I still feel ok so far with no changes. Dr told us that after quarantine we will be immune for a certain time since our antibodies fought this.'

'At some point we'd like to go home to London. Bsafe.'