Taylor Swift shows cat self-quarantining as Ashley Graham plugs social distance amid COVID-19 spread

A-listers are certainly taking the COVID-19 social distancing and self-quarantining mandates very seriously.

Taylor Swift and Ashley Graham led a slew of celebrities posting updates on social media amid the spread of the coronavirus.

The two top stars were joined by several other celebrities including John Legend, Olivia Culpo, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban as the did their best to promote social distancing. 

No touching! Taylor Swift, 30, posted an adorable photo of her grumpy-looking cat Meredith as she practiced social distancing in her cat bed. ‘For Meredith, self quarantining is a way of life. Be like Meredith’

Speaking up: Taylor hadn’t made any posts since last month, but the socially conscious pop star made sure she was setting a positive example for her 128 million followers

Speaking up: Taylor hadn’t made any posts since last month, but the socially conscious pop star made sure she was setting a positive example for her 128 million followers

Taylor stuck to the perennially popular tactic of posting cat pictures.

The 30-year-old Bad Blood singer posted an adorable photo of her cat Meredith lounging in a spherical cat bed and looking glum.

‘For Meredith, self quarantining is a way of life,’ she wrote. ‘Be like Meredith.’

Taylor hadn’t made any posts since last month, but the socially conscious pop star made sure she was setting a positive example for her 128 million followers.   

Interesting: Even as Taylor tried to stay in, Ashley Graham took a trip outside for some invigorating exercise

Interesting: Even as Taylor tried to stay in, Ashley Graham took a trip outside for some invigorating exercise

The 32-year-old plus-size model shared a video of herself to her Instagram Stories as she went for a walk with her nearly-two-month-son Isaac.

‘I’m in Nebraska and I was not prepared for the cold,’ she joked, revealing she’d tied her sister’s shirt around her neck for extra warmth.

‘I wanted to encourage everyone to get out. It’s important to move your body,’ she said while keeping up a brisk pace.

‘Man, if I got stuck in the house all day every day it would wear and tear on me,’ she continued. ‘So, social distancing is a thing, but make sure you move your body.’

On the go: The 32-year-old plus-size model shared a video of herself to her Instagram Stories as she went for a walk with her nearly-two-month-son Isaac

On the go: The 32-year-old plus-size model shared a video of herself to her Instagram Stories as she went for a walk with her nearly-two-month-son Isaac

Photo: Ashley Graham screengrab of her walking in Nebraska on Instagram

Caption: On the move: Ashley Graham emphasized the importance of staying active amid self-quarantines while going for a walk in her home state of Nebraska

Photo: Black and white text from her Insta Story about social distancing

Caption: Personal space: The plus-size model clarified later that you should only get some exercise if you can stay six feet away from others

Later, she shared another post to clarify her message and emphasize just how important social distancing was to fighting the spread of the coronavirus.

She wrote that ‘it’s healthy to get fresh air,’ but people should only take a walk outside if they can remain six feet away from others.

‘If not, try going early in the morning or at night when it’s not crowded or… find ways to move your body at home,’ she recommended, adding, ‘I am not above jumping jacks and mid-day dance parties in my living room! Stay at home and do your part.’

Photo: Ashley Graham full-body pregnant stock

Caption: Dancing up a storm: Ashley recommended going for a walk in the morning or at night ‘when it’s not crowded,’ or just following her lead with ‘mid-day dance parties’

John Legend, 41, announced Monday that he would put on a solo concert from home on Tuesday and broadcast it on Instagram Live, as other celebrities did their part to stop the spread of the coronavirus. 

John made it clear he was inspired by the Cold Play singer’s half-hour concert, which featured him on guitar and piano.

‘My friend Chris Martin did a lovely little concert from home today. I’ll be doing one tomorrow at 1pm Pacific time. See you soon. We’ll try to get through this together!’ he wrote, adding the hashtag, ‘#TogetherAtHome.’

The EGOT winner even offered to play requests in a follow-up tweet, while hinting at future performances from other musical friends.

‘And let me know which other artists I should pass the torch to,’ he added. 

Caption: Music for free: John was inspired by his friend, Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, who played a 30-minute solo set from home on Monday.

Olivia Culpo joked around as she pretended to go stir crazy in a video posted to Instagram on Monday.

The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue model pushed empty boxes off of her kitchen counter onto the ground before spraying disinfectant into the air.

‘Ladies and gentlemen, this is a quarantine. There’s no reason there should be a mess,’ she shouted, while her boyfriend Christian McCaffrey looked unimpressed and her sister and her sister Sophia filmed.

Olivia also jokingly kept a bottle of Lysol spray clutched in her hand, which she sprayed at Sophia when she got annoyed.

Later, the Miss Universe winner posted sweet photos of her and a shirtless Christian lounging in bed.

Photo: Olivia Culpo spraying from a distance

Caption: Cabin Fever: Olivia Culpo filmed a funny video of herself going stir crazy and complaining about a dirty house while self-quarantining with her boyfriend Christian McCaffrey and her sister Sophia

Photo: Closer shot of her with the spray bottle

Caption: Neat freak: ‘Ladies and gentlemen, this is a quarantine. There’s no reason there should be a mess,’ she shouted, while Christian looked unimpressed

Photo: Olivia and Christian in bed

Caption: Later, the Miss Universe winner posted sweet photos of her and a shirtless Christian lounging in bed

Country music star Keith Urban and his wife Nicole Kidman were among the celebrities inspired by putting on free digital concerts.

The musician shared his own half-hour concert to his Instagram page, but he had one of his bandmates adding to his electric guitar with percussion and keyboards.

Nicole shared a close-up selfie featuring her husband singing in the background.

‘Just loved getting to sing and dance with you all ❤️ You can watch Keith’s home gig over on his page all day,’ she wrote.

Photo: Instagram still of Keith playing guitar

Caption: Giving back: Country musician Keith Urban posted a half-hour concert while his wife Nicole Kidman watched in the wings

Photo: Nicole’s selfie with Keith

Caption: Having a blast: Nicole shared a close-up selfie featuring her husband singing in the background 

Earlier in the day Kendall Jenner, Emma Roberts and Sharon Stone all took up painting while Amanda Seyfried started knitting and Bella Hadid showed off her tummy.

Homebound honey: Bella looked like a cool million bucks as she flashed her tiny waistline and abs while in a pink and purple crop top that barely contained her assets. The catwalk princess added the caption, 'Day 4 self quaratini. Be safe, respectful, be aware'

Homebound honey: Bella looked like a cool million bucks as she flashed her tiny waistline and abs while in a pink and purple crop top that barely contained her assets. The catwalk princess added the caption, ‘Day 4 self quaratini. Be safe, respectful, be aware’

Is it now Thirsty Monday? The cover girl then lifted her top to show off her chest

Is it now Thirsty Monday? The cover girl then lifted her top to show off her chest

Bella looked like a cool million bucks as she flashed her tiny waistline and abs while in a pink and purple crop top that barely contained her assets.

She added drawstring sweatpants.

Her hair was down and she looked at her camera. 

The catwalk princess added the caption, ‘Day 4 self quaratini. Be safe, respectful, be aware.’

Corona crafts: Kendall shared a photo of a palette of paint - red, blue, green, black and grey - on a plastic board over a wood stand. Below was grey and white tile that had paint on it

Corona crafts: Kendall shared a photo of a palette of paint – red, blue, green, black and grey – on a plastic board over a wood stand. Below was grey and white tile that had paint on it

Before Corona fever: This comes after the Vogue model was in Palm Springs with her family; she shared many bikini selfies while on the trip much to the delight of her millions of Instagram followers

Before Corona fever: This comes after the Vogue model was in Palm Springs with her family; she shared many bikini selfies while on the trip much to the delight of her millions of Instagram followers

Kendall shared a photo of a palette of paint – red, blue, green, black and grey – on a plastic board over a wood stand.

Below was grey and white tile that had paint on it.

This comes after the Vogue model was in Palm Springs with her family; she shared many bikini selfies while on the trip much to the delight of her millions of Instagram followers. 

Impressive! Amanda was at home doing knitting and crochet work as she shared with a photo. There were nice squares lined up for a quilt and a ball of yarn with scissors. She said in her caption, 'Stay the f*** home challenge' and added 'year of elan.'

Impressive! Amanda was at home doing knitting and crochet work as she shared with a photo. There were nice squares lined up for a quilt and a ball of yarn with scissors. She said in her caption, ‘Stay the f*** home challenge’ and added ‘year of elan.’

No pals over to her home, just family: Seyfried also shared an image of her dog and her daughter running in a grassy area with a view of the LA skyline

No pals over to her home, just family: Seyfried also shared an image of her dog and her daughter running in a grassy area with a view of the LA skyline

He is a star in his own right: Her dog Flynn has been photographed a hundred times

He is a star in his own right: Her dog Flynn has been photographed a hundred times

Amanda was at home doing knitting and crochet work as she shared with a photo.

There were nice squares lined up for a quilt and a ball of yarn with scissors. She said in her caption, ‘Stay the f*** home challenge’ and added ‘year of elan.’

Her items were spread out over a grey blanket. 

She has an arty side: Emma Roberts shared a photo of her paints and said, 'Plenty to do kids'

She has an arty side: Emma Roberts shared a photo of her paints and said, ‘Plenty to do kids’

Seyfried also shared an image of her dog and her daughter running in a grassy area with a view of the LA skyline. 

Emma Roberts shared a photo of her paints and said, ‘Plenty to do kids.’

The Adult Store actress is dating Garrett Hedlund these days.

Sharon Stone gave a good look at her downtime inside her Beverly Hills mansion.

The Basic Instinct star looked youthful as she painted away in front of a easel while in an orange top with prescription glasses on.

Artistic: Sharon Stone gave a good look at her downtime inside her Beverly Hills mansion. The Basic Instinct star looked youthful as she painted away in front of a easel while in an orange top with prescription glasses on

Artistic: Sharon Stone gave a good look at her downtime inside her Beverly Hills mansion. The Basic Instinct star looked youthful as she painted away in front of a easel while in an orange top with prescription glasses on

Fancy: Stone also sent a note to her fans. 'Doing a very fun paint by numbers kit I got for my birthday from my pal Edie on the easel @tinamanning13 gave me!' said the 62-year-old Pennsylvania native who has been in Sliver, The Quick And The Dead and Muse

Fancy: Stone also sent a note to her fans. ‘Doing a very fun paint by numbers kit I got for my birthday from my pal Edie on the easel @tinamanning13 gave me!’ said the 62-year-old Pennsylvania native who has been in Sliver, The Quick And The Dead and Muse

Stone also sent a note to her fans. 

‘Doing a very fun paint by numbers kit I got for my birthday from my pal Edie on the easel @tinamanning13 gave me!’ said the 62-year-old Pennsylvania native who has been in Sliver, The Quick And The Dead and Muse.

The blonde added, #staysafe #selfquarantine.

Stay home JB! Sorry singer Justin Bieber made it seem as if he was heading out in public as he posed in front of his car. The driver's side door was open as he smiled for the camera

Stay home JB! Sorry singer Justin Bieber made it seem as if he was heading out in public as he posed in front of his car. The driver’s side door was open as he smiled for the camera

Sorry singer Justin Bieber made it seem as if he was heading out in public as he posed in front of his car.

The driver’s side door was open as he smiled for the camera.

He had on a zip-up pullover with wild colors and very baggy slacks with black shoes.

Not seen was wife Hailey, a supermodel he wed in 2018 and 2019. 

She never stops: Lizzie McGuire vet Hilary Duff has been working out at home with her new husband Matthew Koma

She never stops: Lizzie McGuire vet Hilary Duff has been working out at home with her new husband Matthew Koma

Vogue model Ashley Graham took her newborn baby for a stroll.

The bikini model was on a path while wearing a headscarf and looking at her cell phone. 

There didn’t seem to be too many people around her and it looked as if rain was about to hit.

Lizzie McGuire vet Hilary Duff has been working out at home with her new husband Matthew Koma. 

Indoors: Jenna Dewan shared a photo of her daugher Everly's arm. The child was in front of a computer as she was being home schooled as schools in Los Angeles have been closed

Indoors: Jenna Dewan shared a photo of her daugher Everly’s arm. The child was in front of a computer as she was being home schooled as schools in Los Angeles have been closed

Siblings! Her daughter held hands with her new son as they bonded at home

Siblings! Her daughter held hands with her new son as they bonded at home

Jenna Dewan shared a photo of her daugher Everly’s arm.

The child was in front of a computer as she was being home schooled as schools in Los Angeles have been closed.

The 39-year-old Step Up actress welcomed her second child, a son, last week, with fiance Steve Kazee. 

You can't stop the Terminator! Arnold Schwarzenegger said that his doctor told him it was fine to ride his bicycle but he told fans to not stop if they do the same and to avoid social contact

You can’t stop the Terminator! Arnold Schwarzenegger said that his doctor told him it was fine to ride his bicycle but he told fans to not stop if they do the same and to avoid social contact

Trying on new slippers: Gal Gadot of Wonder Woman fame said she was staying home

Trying on new slippers: Gal Gadot of Wonder Woman fame said she was staying home

Arnold Schwarzenegger said that his doctor told him it was fine to ride his bicycle but he told fans to not stop if they do the same and to avoid social contact

He then added that he apologized to everyone but he won’t be stopping to take any selfies.

‘Stay positive, stay home as much as possible,’ added the ex of Maria Shriver. 

Thanks, Chet: And then there is Tom Hanks' son Chet Hanks. He shared a clip where he was topless with a towel under his cap. The star, whose dad Tom and mom Rita Wilson both have the coronavirus, said that he would be working out from home these days and avoiding the gym

Thanks, Chet: And then there is Tom Hanks’ son Chet Hanks. He shared a clip where he was topless with a towel under his cap. The star, whose dad Tom and mom Rita Wilson both have the coronavirus, said that he would be working out from home these days and avoiding the gym

And then there is Tom Hanks’ son Chet Hanks.

He shared a clip where he was topless with a towel under his cap.

The star, whose dad Tom and mom Rita Wilson both have the coronavirus, said that he would be working out from home these days and avoiding the gym.

 Amy Adams of American Hustle fame made a very big move on Monday.

The acclaimed actress joined Instagram for the first time.

The redheaded beauty wore glasses and no makeup with a green peasant dress as she held up the book The Dinosaur Princess.

Here I am folks: Amy Adams of American Hustle fame made a very big move on Monday. The acclaimed actress joined Instagram for the first time. The redheaded beauty wore glasses and no makeup with a green peasant dress as she held up the book The Dinosaur Princess

Here I am folks: Amy Adams of American Hustle fame made a very big move on Monday. The acclaimed actress joined Instagram for the first time. The redheaded beauty wore glasses and no makeup with a green peasant dress as she held up the book The Dinosaur Princess

‘I’ve decided to finally join to shine a spotlight on kids across the country who need our help and support during this difficult time. My friend @jennifer.garner and I are launching @SAVEWITHSTORIES – a spot to watch your favorite celebrities read your favorite children’s books,’ wrote the star.

‘We are galvanizing as a community to support a new fund for a combined effort between SAVE THE CHILDREN and Share Our Strength’s NO KID HUNGRY (and a big thank you to our founding publisher, Scholastic♥️).⁣

‘THIRTY MILLION CHILDREN in the United States rely on school for food. School closures will hit vulnerable communities hard and @savethechildren and @nokidhungry are on the ground and ready to serve. They just need our help!’ she continued.

It's easy to stay at home when you live in a mansion: Comedian Kevin Hart said staying at home with his family was good. 'Find a positive in every negative,' he said

It’s easy to stay at home when you live in a mansion: Comedian Kevin Hart said staying at home with his family was good. ‘Find a positive in every negative,’ he said

A nice suggestion: Kristen Bell of Frozen fame was staying home with her dog and family

A nice suggestion: Kristen Bell of Frozen fame was staying home with her dog and family

Amy added, ‘These funds will help us make sure that families know how to find meals when schools are closed, support mobile meal trucks, food banks and other community feeding programs, provide educational toys, books and worksheets, and support out-of-school-time programs to help kids make up for lost time in the classroom.’

Amy ended with, ‘If you can manage a one time gift of $10, please text SAVE to 20222. If another amount would work better for you, please visit our website—link in bio. There is no maximum and there is no minimum—together we will rise and together we can help. #SAVEWITHSTORIES.’

Comedian Kevin Hart said staying at home with his family was good. ‘Find a positive in every negative,’ he said. 

Kristen Bell of Frozen fame was staying home with her dog and family. 

Alec Baldwin said he was taking time to stay home with his kids and wife Hilaria. 

The fun dad: Alec Baldwin said he was taking time to stay home with his kids and wife Hilaria

The fun dad: Alec Baldwin said he was taking time to stay home with his kids and wife Hilaria

Everything you need to know about coronavirus

By Natalie Rahhal, Acting US Health Editor for DailyMail.com  

HOW DANGEROUS IS CORONAVIRUS?

About 14 percent of people who contract the Covid-19 coronavirus are taken to hospital – with severe symptoms including breathing problems and pneumonia. About 5 per cent need intensive care.

But the majority who get the virus suffer nothing more than a cough and may never know they are infected.

So far, some 51,000 people around the world have already recovered from coronavirus – and that just includes the numbers who received a diagnosis. 

HOW MANY PEOPLE DIE?

Officially, the death rate so far has been just over three percent. But experts believe the true mortality rate is probably between one and two percent. This is because most mild cases have not been picked up by doctors or reflected in the official numbers – so the death rate is inflated. 

HOW DOES THIS COMPARE WITH OTHER DISEASES?

Seasonal flu kills roughly 0.1 percent of people. So Covid-19 is between 10 and 20 times more fatal.

But it is far less dangerous than SARS – the virus that ripped across China in 2003 – which killed 10 percent of patients.

BUT DOESN’T CORONAVIRUS SPREAD MORE EASILY?

Yes, but not dramatically. The best estimates suggest every person with Covid-19 passes it on to 2.6 people, on average. For flu that number is 1.5. 

CAN IT BE SPREAD WITHOUT SYMPTOMS?

Initially scientists feared carriers who had no symptoms could pass it on. That is now in doubt.

What is likely, however, is those who have mild symptoms are putting it down to a cold and going about their normal lives – which puts others at risk.

HOW LONG IS IT BEFORE SYMPTOMS APPEAR?

Again, unclear. Initially scientists said this could take up to two weeks.

But recent evidence suggests the incubation period could be as long as a month – particularly among children.

The average, however, is much shorter. A Chinese study said the average period of symptom onset was 5.4 days for adults and 6.5 for children. 

WHO IS AT RISK?

The virus can affect anyone – with a study of the first 41 infected people revealing two thirds did not suffer from any pre-existing condition. But the middle-aged are most likely to get it – 78 percent of those infected in China have been aged 30 to 69.

WHAT ABOUT THE OLD?

Only 3 percent of people infected so far have been over 80 – but if they get it they are more vulnerable. Analysis of 72,000 cases in China suggests for over-80s the death rate is 15 percent. For those in their 70s the death rate is 8 percent and for those in their 60s, 4 percent.

WHO ELSE IS VULNERABLE?

Those with other conditions – such as diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure and kidney problems – are likely to suffer severe complications if they become infected.

WHAT ABOUT CHILDREN?

Children seem to be low-risk. Less than 1 percent of the Chinese cases have been under the age of ten – and if children do get the virus it’s often a mild form.

They do, however, retain the virus for longer than adults.

A study last week found the virus was still present in the stools of some children for a month after they contracted it.

DOES GENDER MATTER?

Men are marginally more likely to get the virus than women. It is not clear why this is.

HOW DO DOCTORS TEST FOR COVID-19?

Anyone who has symptoms –particularly if they have travelled to an at-risk area – are told to call ahead to their health care provider, local emergency department or clinics.

This way, health care providers can be prepared, wearing masks, gloves and other personal protective equipment when they meet the possible patient and escort them to isolated areas of the facility.

They are tested using a cheek swab which is sent off for analysis at one of 12 Public Health England labs, a process that takes between 24 and 48 hours. Any positive test is double-checked at the main PHE lab in Colindale.

WHAT TREATMENT DO PATIENTS GET?

There is little doctors can do to tackle the virus, but they can treat the symptoms – such as fever and respiratory problems. Antivirals and antibiotics are also used, mainly to keep secondary problems at bay.

In the most serious cases patients are put on life-support equipment.

There are several clinical trials for potential coronavirus treatments ongoing worldwide, including one in Nebraska, where at least 13 patients are in quarantine, including two in biocontainment units. 

WHAT ABOUT A VACCINE?

Even though the Wuhan virus appeared only a few weeks ago, 20 teams around the world are already manufacturing vaccines.

Chinese authorities provided the DNA code for the virus early on in the outbreak, enabling scientists to get to work straight away.

At least 30 companies and research institutions in the US are racing to make a vaccine.

Last week, one of these companies, Moderna, shipped its candidate vaccine to the US, signalling the shot was ready to begin clinical trials.

Even so, US health authorities say it will likely be upwards of a year before a vaccine is actually ready.