Nick Cannonhas tested positive for the novelcoronavirus, PEOPLE can confirm.
The 40-year-old comedian is currently in quarantine and resting, a representative for the star toldVariety, who was first to report the news.
Cannon will be taking a break from his hosting duties onThe Masked Singer, according to the outlet.
A spokesperson for Fox did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment.
Nash, 50, previously hadappeared on the show’s fourth seasonas a guest judge.
Snow Owls and Popcorn on stage with host Nick Cannon.Michael Becker/FOX.
The fifth season ofThe Masked Singeris scheduled to premiere in March, withNicole Scherzinger,Ken Jeong,Robin ThickeandJenny McCarthyreturning as judges.
Nick Cannon.Willy Sanjuan/Invision/AP/Shutterstock
Production of the reality series temporarily halted in last year amid the coronavirus outbreak. Filmingresumed in Augustwith new health and safety precautions put in place to keep the contestants and crew safe.
According toDeadline, the show has been working closely with local and state officials as well as the Health Department to ensure that production is as safe as possible.
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Extra precautions include social distancing, increased PPE equipment, and taking regular temperatures.
Last season ofThe Masked Singeralso introduced fan voting, allowing viewers at home to vote on their favorite performances.
Currently, singerLeAnn Rimesreigns as the show’smost recentchampionafter beating out runner-upsNick CarterandAloe Blaccfor the honor in December.
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