Robert Pattinson Has Reportedly Tested Positive For Coronavirus

Author Andrea Swindall - Pop Culture Writer

September 3rd, 2020 3:56 PM

Batman and Tenet star Robert Pattinson is the latest celebrity to test positive for coronavirus.

Per the New York Post, there were earlier reports that production on The Batman was halted due to a positive coronavirus test from a crew member. And now sources are saying that it is Robert Pattinson.

Warner Bros has not confirmed that it is Pattinson, but they did release a formal statement. It says, “A member of The Batman production has tested positive for COVID-19, and is isolating in accordance with established protocols. Filming is temporarily paused.”

The Batman just resumed shooting in the UK days ago. The movie is set to be released in October 2021,

Reps for Robert Pattinson have not commented on the news.

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Author Andrea Swindall - Pop Culture Writer

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• Pop Culture

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