AMERICAN Idol alum Chris Sligh is battling double pneumonia as well as coronavirus.
The 42-year-old singer - who appeared on the show in 2007 - has tested positive for the virus alongside his wife, Sarah, and their kids, Keira, nine, and McCartney, seven.
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Chris got tested for coronavirus on June 27 after realizing a co-writer had been exposed to the virus.
He was rushed to hospital a week later when his condition worsened, where doctors discovered he also has double pneumonia - an infection that affects both lungs.
Chris, who got to the Top 10 of season six of American Idol, is now recovering at home.
His wife Sarah is "doing wonderful in her recovery" and his kids have "completely recovered".
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The musician went into detail about his symptoms on Tuesday, explaining that breathing is "painful" and he's struggling to sleep.
"I have Covid that has developed into pneumonia," he told fans in a post on Tuesday.
"Breathing without pain or coughing is difficult and I didn’t get much sleep last night, but hopefully the antibiotics do their work and fast.”
Chris went on to thank his fans for their support, writing: "It means a lot to me. I still covet your prayers and good thoughts."
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The singer added in a statement that he wants people to "understand how serious this disease is" and always wear masks.
“Chris was admitted to the hospital on July 6 after 2 days of symptoms becoming more serious. He was diagnosed with double pneumonia and is at home recovering," he told People.
"The Sligh family is grateful for the outpouring of love and prayer from friends and fans, and want people to understand how serious this disease is.
"Wear masks, social distance and vote Donald Trump out of the White House in November."
Chris also shared a photo of himself in hospital on Tuesday, writing: "My world right now. Covid suuuuucks."
He revealed on his Instagram Stories earlier this week: "Covid that has devolved into double pneumonia. But they're letting me go home. Be nice to sleep."
The vocalist released a solo album Running Back To You in 2008 after American Idol.
He later worked as a songwriter and producer, co-writing "Here Comes Goodbye" for Rascal Flatts.
As of Wednesday, there have been more than 3 million confirmed cases of coronavirus in the US, and at least 133,000 deaths.
