Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson announced their coronavirus diagnosis because 'they felt it was the right thing to do.' 🙏
. A source tells ET that the longtime couple decided to announce that they tested positive for the virus because"they felt it was the right thing to do."this disease is spreading," the source says of the couple, who shared the news earlier this week. "They'd been in contact with co-workers, friends and fans, that announcing they had the virus was their way of making sure those who had been in contact with them would know to get tested.
While Tom and Rita hoped others would take steps to protect themselves following their announcement, they've been equally cautious themselves, as they've "When Tom and Rita first got the news they of course wanted to come home, but knew they had to stay in Australia," the source says. "Of course their sons immediately wanted to go Australia, but there's no point because they were told absolutely no visitors are permitted.
Despite the"constant contact" with their family, the source says that"sitting tight has been very difficult" for everyone impacted by the couple's diagnosis.," the source says, referring to social media posts from their sons, Chet and Colin Hanks. "This has been far from easy. The family can’t believe this has happened. They are worried for Tom and Rita and have stayed in constant contact getting updates every hour.
While in isolation, Rita has been keeping herself occupied on Twitter by sharing jokes and creating a"Quarantunes" playlist.
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