Opera star Andrea Bocelli reveals he had COVID-19

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On Wednesday, Italian Opera singer Andrea Bocelli revealed that he and his family silently fought their battle with the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). 

Though he did not specify exactly when they were sick with the virus, he assured that they had a swift and full recovery by the end of March. 

“The pandemic which has shaken the world has also affected — albeit mildly — me and certain members of my family,” he said in a social media post. 

The global music icon said they chose not to share the news out of respect for those who are dealing with a serious case of the illness. 

“Out of respect for those for whom contracting the virus has had more serious consequences, I decided it would be best not to share the news. I certainly didn’t want to unnecessarily alarm my fans and also wished to protect my family’s privacy,” he said. 

The 61-year-old said if they were given the chance to donate blood in hopes of finding a cure for COVID-19, his answer would be an immediate “yes.”

“Given the chance to donate blood to help find a cure for COVID, my response was an immediate ‘yes’. A modest — but fundamental gesture, through which I am playing my small part,” he ended. 

Early April, on Easter Sunday, Bocelli performed live at the empty Milan Cathedral. His solo performance was said to be a message of love, healing and hope to Italy and the world. 


Italy is one of the worst-hit countries of COVID-19. The country once surpassed the death toll of China, where the virus reportedly originated. 

Rossane Ramos
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