It's Memorial Day, and while some people are opting to stay indoors as they watch 112 go up against Jagged Edge in a friendly Verzuz battle, many other Americans have flocked to public places. Citizens have stormed beaches, parks, and backyard BBQs in their cities to let loose during this holiday of remembrance, even though the COVID-19 pandemic is still rolling on full steam ahead. After months of being under lockdown, many people have grown frustrated with the "Safer At Home" ordinances. One person who isn't happy to see the masses gather together is DJ Jazzy Jeff who recently battled coronavirus, so he took to Twitter to address the issue.
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"Wow...so the virus is over???" the hip hop icon recently tweeted. "Its cured??? Take it from someone who was sick...theres gonna be alot more sick people soon...smh." In mid-April, DJ Jazzy Jeff sat down with his longtime friend and collaborator Will Smith to talk about what it was like when he was battling COVID-19.
“I came home from my trip. I was like, ‘I feel like I’m coming down with something’ and got into bed, and I don’t remember the next 10 days,” Jazzy Jeff told Smith. “I had a temperature that reached 103. I had the chills. I lost sense of smell. I lost sense of taste.” Smith couldn't believe it. He could only respond, “Wow." Check out Jazzy Jeff's tweet along with his previous exchange with Will Smith below.
Will Smith Jokes With DJ Jazzy Jeff About COVID-19 Diagnosis: "Not My DJ!"
Will Smith was worried about DJ Jazzy Jeff after learning of his symptoms, but the longtime friends were able to laugh about the circumstances.
The world needs more of Will Smith on social media. Ever since the multi-hyphenated entertainer became more active online, fans have been treated to a number of funny videos and adventures that he shares with the public. Smith has decided to launch a new Snapchat series, Will From Home, where he not only connects with friends on lockdown during this quarantine but gives viewers even more insight into his home life.
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PEOPLE shared a sneak peek into tomorrow’s (April 15) episode where Will “Fresh Prince” Smith reconnects with his longtime friend and collaborator, Jeffrey “DJ Jazzy Jeff” Townes. At the end of March, Townes revealed that he was suffering from pneumonia-like symptoms. He didn’t specifically say he contracted COVID-19, but he’s now sharing that he did indeed catch coronavirus.
“I came home from my trip. I was like, ‘I feel like I’m coming down with something’ and got into bed, and I don’t remember the next 10 days,” Jazzy Jeff told Smith. “I had a temperature that reached 103. I had the chills. I lost sense of smell. I lost sense of taste.” All Smith could say was, “Wow.”
Smith shared that it was Townes’s wife who called him with the news of his friend’s health problems. He remarked that she’s usually not one to panic, but in this case, she was worried. “I was like, ‘Not my DJ!’ ” Smith said as Townes laughed. Jazzy Jeff added that although many believe we’re just about finished with COVID-19, he thinks this is all just the beginning of something that will last for some time. Watch their exchange below.
DJ Jazzy Jeff Encourages COVID-19 Safety As He Shares Pneumonia Diagnosis
DJ Jazzy Jeff shared on Instagram that he is recovering from pneumonia and said he has also exhibited symptoms of COVID-19.
For millions of fans, DJ Jazzy Jeff is a national treasure. Ever since he stepped into the music scene alongside his partner in crime the Fresh Prince, also known as Will Smith, the pair have been beloved icons in hip hop. That’s why it came as a shock to the public over the weekend when DJ Jazzy Jeff shared on social media that he’s exhibited major symptoms of coronavirus, or COVID-19.
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“Pls say a prayer for all the sick…it’s a lot more than you know!!” he wrote on his Instagram Story. “I’m recovering from pneumonia in both my lungs…I lost my sense of smell and taste which is a main sign of the virus. I would NOT be here if not for my guardian angel for a wife!”
He didn’t outwardly state that he was diagnosed with COVID-19, but fans still took his warning to heart. DJ Jazzy Jeff added, “Please take this serious…it does not care who you are…what you do or what your plans are. Stay safe.” He was met with tens of thousands of well-wishes from friends, family, and strangers alike. Prayers up for DJ Jazzy Jeff and here’s to hoping for a speedy recovery!
