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Andrea Bocelli confirmed he and some of his family members tested positive for COVID-19 but they have recovered since secretly battling the new coronavirus disease. The news came out as the Italian singer decided to donate his blood plasma to help in the recovery of the other patients.

Andrea and some of his family members, his wife Veronica Berti included, contracted the virus in March. He, however, explained via a Facebook post why they previously preferred not to talk about their diagnosis.

He stated, “The pandemic which has shaken the world has also affected - albeit mildly - me and certain members of my family. Out of respect for those for whom contracting the virus has had more serious consequences, I decided it would be best not to share the news. I certainly didn't want to unnecessarily alarm my fans and also wished to protect my family's privacy.”

They all have recovered in April, and in time for the singer's solo performance at the Duomo cathedral. It can be remembered that Andrea did a live webcast to celebrate Easter Sunday.

Now that they are considered COVID-19 survivors, he and his wife have also decided to donate blood plasma at the University Hospital of Pisa.

Andrea continued in his Facebook statement, “We were fortunate enough to have a swift and full recovery by the end of March. Given the chance to donate blood to help find a cure for Covid, my response was an immediate “yes”. A modest -- but fundamental -- gesture, through which I am playing my small part."

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