Celebs join #IStayHomeFor campaign to fight coronavirus

Friday, 20 March 2020 14:52

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Stars like David Beckham, Kevin Bacon and Eva Longoria have joined forces on social media to highlight the importance of social distancing.

The campaign titled #Istayhomefor encourages people to stay home as it "flattens the curve" and stops the spread of the coronavirus.

"Let's spread the word! The more folks involved, the merrier - because we're all connected by various degrees (Trust me, I know!)" Kevin Bacon, who initiated the campaign, wrote.

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Actress Eva Longoria and music giant Elton John also joined the movement.

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