It was bound to happen eventually, but it looks as though a WWE employee has tested positive for COVID-19.
It’s being reported that WWE sent a memo out last weekend informing WWE Superstars and staff that an employee with the company has tested positive for the coronavirus.
WWE issued a statement on the matter saying:
“We believe this matter is low risk to WWE talent and staff, as the individual and a roommate became symptomatic in the days following exposure to two people working in acute health care on the evening of March 26, after WWE’s TV production on a closed set was already complete. The employee had no contact with anyone from WWE since being exposed to those two individuals, is doing well, and made a complete recovery.”
“We believe it is now more important than ever to provide people with a diversion from these hard times. We are producing content on a closed set with only essential personnel in attendance following appropriate guidelines while taking additional precautions to ensure the health and wellness of our performers and staff. As a brand that has been woven into the fabric of society, WWE and its Superstars bring families together and deliver a sense of hope, determination and perseverance.”
On the latest Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer stated that a member of WWE’s Broadcast Team was responsible for the positive COVID-19 test. It wasn’t mentioned specifically who the positive test belonged to, nor were any hints given.
According to a report from Pro Wrestling Sheet, the WWE Employee went out to dinner with friends following WWE’s WrestleMania 36 and TV Tapings a few weeks back. Once the test results came back positive, the person was immediately quarantined.
We will keep you updated if we hear anything else about any WWE employees testing positive for the coronavirus.
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