Danielle Brooks Tests Positive for COVID-19 After 'The Piano Lesson' Opening on Broadway, Will Miss 10 Days of Work

Danielle Brooks celebrated the opening night of her Broadway show The Piano Lesson just days ago and she sadly has to take a break from performing as she just tested positive for COVID-19.

The Orange Is the New Black actress took her opening night bows alongside co-stars Samuel L. Jackson and John David Washington on Thursday (October 13) at the Barrymore Theatre in New York City.

Danielle took to her Instagram account on Saturday morning (October 15) to share the unfortunate news.

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“This moment is one the highlights of my career. Getting to take the Bway stage as Berniece Charles is a daily confirmation that I am in my purpose, but sometimes your purpose isn’t only about you,” Danielle wrote on Instagram with an opening night pic.

She continued, “I am so happy for [Shirine Babb] making her debut as Berniece until Oct 23rd. My body has spoken and has forced me to 🎶Go Lay Down🎶 Yes the Covid Monster got me. Even though masks are not required in theaters I would encourage you to still take precautions and wear your mask. Can’t wait to return stronger and better than ever.”

Danielle will return to the stage on October 25.