| ▲ EXO’s Xiumin. ⓒReporter Hyemi Kwak |
[스포티비뉴스=장진리 기자] EXO’s Xiumin has been diagnosed with the new coronavirus infection (Corona 19).
On the 5th, SM Entertainment (hereinafter referred to as SM) announced that EXO’s Xiumin was diagnosed with Corona 19 on the same day.
On the 29th of last month, Xiumin performed a PCR (gene amplification) test for COVID-19 for the practice of the musical ‘Hadestown’ and received a negative result. However, on the 4th day, he showed abnormal conditions, and after an additional PCR test, he was confirmed.
SM said, “EXO members and staff members are also undergoing tests for COVID-19 and are in self-quarantine waiting for the results.” All of the cast and staff involved will be tested for COVID-19.”
“Xiumin will immediately stop all schedules and actively follow the instructions and procedures of the quarantine authorities, and we will do our best for the artist’s speedy recovery.”
The following is the full text of SM Entertainment’s official position.
This is SM Entertainment.
Xiumin was diagnosed with Corona 19 today (the 5th).
Xiumin performed a Corona 19 antigen test (PCR) test for musical practice on July 29 and received a negative result. received
As a result, EXO members and staff members are also self-isolating while waiting for the results of COVID-19 tests.
In addition, all broadcast programs in which Xiumin is appearing have been notified of this fact, and some cast members and staff related to the musical ‘Hadestown’, which we recently practiced together, will be tested for COVID-19.
Xiumin will immediately stop all schedules and actively follow the instructions and procedures of the quarantine authorities, and we will do our best for the artist to recover quickly.
We apologize for causing concern to many people, and we will do our best to ensure the health and safety of all our artists and staff by thoroughly following the quarantine guidelines.
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