Eric Clapton Is COVID Positive

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After repeatedly criticising vaccine protocols, Eric Clapton tested positive for COVID-19.

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Clapton, 77, revealed he had tested positive for COVID-19 in a Facebook post on Monday.

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As a result, his upcoming tour dates in Zurich and Milan have been postponed.

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Clapton and his crew are hopeful that alternate dates will be available within the next six months.

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In the past, the British singer and guitarist has voiced doubts about the COVID-19 vaccine.

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He claimed the vaccine caused severe nerve damage to his fingers, preventing him from playing his guitar for months.

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Clapton had previously expressed his disapproval of lockdowns, travel restrictions, and other public health measures.

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He made an appearance in Van Morrison's song "Stand and Deliver" in December 2020, which included lyrics critical of the lockdown.

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