It came as a massive shock for fans across the world after two-time Academy Award-winning actor Tom Hanks confirmed yesterday that he and his wife Rita Wilson had tested positive for the dreaded coronavirus Tom Hanks' announcement left fans bewildered and sad with many taking to their social networking handles to express their support for the star Hollywood couple.

Coronavirus affected Tom Hanks shares first picture Rita Wilson

Tom Hanks had revealed that he had contracted the coronavirus after he and his wife Rita Wilson were in Australia for his upcoming film, Elvis, in which he is portraying the character of iconic American singer Elvis Presley's manager, Colonel Tom Parker. Since yesterday, many have been waiting for the next official word on the health status of Tom Hanks and his wife Rita Wilson with the actor now taking to his social networking pages once again to inform concerned fans saying, "Hello folks. Rita Wilson and I want to thank everyone here Down Under who are taking such good care of us. We have Covid-19 and are in isolation so we do not spread it to anyone else. There are those for whom it could lead to a very serious illness. We are taking it one-day-at-a-time. There are things we can all do to get through this by following the advice of experts and taking care of ourselves and each other, no? Remember, despite all the current events, there is no crying in baseball. Hanx,". Check out Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson all smiles and their statement below:

Coronavirus affected Tom Hanks shares first picture Rita Wilson

Many fans feel relieved after this latest statement from Tom Hanks about himself and his wife Rita Wilson, but are still worried with hopes now pinned on their road to quick recovery with the treatment being given to them. Here's to hoping Hollywood's favorite couple makes it out into the safe zone soon.

Coronavirus affected Tom Hanks shares first picture Rita Wilson