Ed Sheeran tests positive for COVID-19 ahead of album release and "SNL" performance

Ed Sheeran, who is set to release a new album this week and perform on "Saturday Night Live" in less than two weeks, has tested positive for COVID-19.

The 30-year-old pop singer shared the news on Instagram on Sunday, saying he will now self-isolate.

"Hey guys. Quick note to tell you that I've sadly tested positive for Covid, so I'm now self-isolating and following government guidelines," he wrote. "It means that I'm now unable to plough ahead with any in person commitments for now, so I'll be doing as many of my planned interviews/performances I can from my house. Apologies to anyone I've let down. Be safe everyone x."