Hollywood stars show support for Tom Hanks and wife Rita Wilson after coronavirus diagnosis

The who's who of Hollywood have taken to social media to show their support for Tom Hanks and wife Rita Wilson, after the news they have both been diagnosed with coronavirus during their trip to Australia.

The couple — who are currently in isolation at a Gold Coast hospital — announced on their respective Twitter and Instagram accounts on Thursday that they both tested positive for the virus.

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After hearing the news, their famous friends sent well wishes on social media, with Tim Allen, Dane Cook, Ellen DeGeneres, Reese Witherspoon and Jack Black leading the way.

"Woody, I should have made you two wear my space suits! You and Rita rest and get well," tweeted Allen, who was referring to the actors' iconic characters Woody and Buzz Lightyear from the Toy Story films.

Actor and comedian Cook also playfully made light of the situation, tweeting, "Tom Hanks should just look in the mirror and heartfelt speech the s--- outta the coronavirus."

In a more heartfelt sentiment, DeGeneres tweeted, "Wishing you both a speedy recovery and sending lots of love."

Witherspoon also commented over on Instagram, writing, "Please take care," while Jack Black said he too was "sending love". 

Seinfeld star Julia Louis-Dreyfus also sent her thoughts and prayers via Twitter, tweeting, "Love and get well soon and come home soon to you and @RitaWilson."

Meanwhile, singer Richard Marx said he actually spoke to Wilson on the phone and she was in good spirits.

"Just spoke to my sister from another mister @RitaWilson who sounds pretty good but let's all send love and prayers and all good vibes to her and @TomHanks," Marx tweeted.

Actress Mia Farrow, That '70s Show star Wilmer Valderrama, The West Wing actor Bradley Whitford and reality TV star Kyle Richards were also thinking of Hanks and Wilson.

Hanks' eldest son, Colin Hanks, has since expressed his thanks to friends and fans for rallying around his dad and stepmum.

"We are so grateful for the outpouring of support from everyone. My parents are receiving excellent care in Australia and are doing well (and in good spirits) given the circumstances," the 42-year-old tweeted shortly after the news broke.

"Despite the fact that I'm in LA and haven't seen them in over three weeks, we have been in constant contact and am confident that they will make a full recovery."

The couple's son, Chet Hanks, is currently travelling with them in Australia. 

"They are both fine. They're not even that sick," the 29-year-old updated fans on Instagram. "They're not worried about it, they're not trippin', but they're going through the necessary health precautions, obviously.

"I don't think it's anything to be worried about. I think it's going to be alright."

Wilson is in Australia to promote her new album Halfway to Home, while Hanks was set to start filming the Baz Luhrmann-directed Elvis Presley biopic on the Gold Coast on Monday. The actor will play Presley's manager, Colonel Tom Parker, in the upcoming film, which has since halted production.

"We request all cast and crew stay at home today and not come to work. All work activity on the production is cancelled and will not resume until further notice," read a letter to the crew, as reported by the Gold Coast Bulletin. 

"On personal note, please know that the health and wellbeing of our entire company is our absolute focus at this time. Many thanks for your support as we manage this difficult situation."