Lupita Nyong'o skips promoting new film as she tests positive for COVID-19

Lupita Nyong'o has opted out of promotions of her upcoming film The 355, having forced to attend it virtually after contracting COVID-19.

The Black Panther star informed her fans that she has tested positive for for the virus on Tuesday.

"I too have tested positive for COVID-19," she tweeted. "I'm fully vaccinated and taking care in isolation, so I trust I will be well."

She added, "Please do all you can to keep yourself and others protected from serious illness. #StayMaskedAndVaxxed."

Lupita was scheduled to promote the film along with her costars for virtual interviews on Tuesday. 

The film also stars Jessica Chastain, Penélope Cruz, Diane Kruger and Bingbing Fan.