Hugh Jackman contracted the coronavirus

Actor Hugh Jackman has reported that he has contracted the coronavirus.

“I tested positive for coronavirus this morning. I have symptoms similar to a cold: a scratchy throat and a little runny nose,” he said in a video message on his Twitter.

Jackman noted that at the moment “he is fine” and promised to do everything to recover and return to work as soon as possible.

Hugh Jackman was born on October 12, 1968 in Sydney. He is known for his role as Wolverine in “X-Men” and its sequels. His work in The Prestige and Real Steel has also been noted.

Hugh Jackman on X (formerly Twitter): “Just wanted you to hear it from me. I tested positive for covid. Mild symptoms and as soon as I’m cleared … looking forward to getting back to The Winter Garden! @MusicManBway pic.twitter.com/q1oEAzXX02 / X”

Just wanted you to hear it from me. I tested positive for covid. Mild symptoms and as soon as I’m cleared … looking forward to getting back to The Winter Garden! @MusicManBway pic.twitter.com/q1oEAzXX02

Not long after Jackman’s video, The Music Man announced that all performances of the Broadway show would be cancelled through Saturday, with performances set to resume on Sunday. The 53-year-old actor, who is starring as Professor Harold Hill in the Broadway production, is not scheduled to return to the show until Jan. 6.