Famous comedian Chris Rock is covid positive: 'Trust me, you don't want this, get vaccinated!'

American comedian Chris Rock announced on Sunday that he is positive for covid-19 and used the opportunity to invite everyone to get vaccinated against coronavirus, writes CNN.

On his Twitter, Rock wrote, "Hey guys, I just found out I have covid, trust me - you don't want this. Get vaccinated."

Hey guys I just found out I have COVID, trust me you don’t want this. Get vaccinated. — Chris Rock (@chrisrock) September 19, 2021

The American comedian previously announced that he was vaccinated with the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, which is given in a single dose.

The former Saturday Night Live member did not comment on his condition, and his media representatives did not immediately respond to CNN's request for further comment.

In May, Rock, guest-starring in Jimmy Fallon’s talk show “The Tonight Show,” said he was vaccinated with the Johnson & Johnson vaccine and then jokingly said he took advantage of his star status and “jumped the line” to get it as soon as possible.

“I took advantage of my celebrity status, Jimmy,” Rock said at the time. "I didn't care about the others. I said, 'Hey Betty White and the other older people, move' so I can get vaccinated."

It is known that people who are fully vaccinated can also become infected with covid-19, but immunization greatly reduces the risk of hospitalization or death, health experts said.

Specifically, people who have not been vaccinated against covid-19 are 11 times more likely to die from the disease and 10 times more likely to be hospitalized for more serious consequences, according to a study released earlier this month by the US Center for disease control and prevention.

"I wish you a speedy and complete recovery and that your symptoms are as mild as possible. Hurry up, we need you," tweeted Larry Charles, producer, and screenwriter of the "Seinfield" series.

By: Amber V. - Gossip Whispers