How celebrities are staying entertained while self-isolating — from LED face masks to giant games of Jenga

Claudia WillenApr 24, 2020, 20:19 IST

January Jones and Cardi B both shared what they were doing while in self-isolation.January Jones/Instagram; Cardi B/Instagram

As people have been told to stay home to prevent spreading the coronavirus, many celebrities have come up with creative ways to stay entertained.
Ellen DeGeneres has tried to pass time by catching up with famous friends like Courteney Cox, Justin Timberlake, and Tiffany Hadish through FaceTime.
And Gal Gadot created a video montage of over 20 celebrities singing "Imagine" by John Lennon.
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As people are warned to stay home and social distance to slow the spread of the coronavirus, celebrities have kept themselves busy in a variety of ways.

Some of them have sought comfort in each other. Ellen DeGeneres, for example, has FaceTimed her famous friends including Courteney Cox, Justin Timberlake, and Tiffany Hadish. And Gal Gadot created a video montage of over 20 stars singing "Imagine" by John Lennon.

Others have provided entertainment on their own. Seth Rogen delivered a one-man comedy show while livetweeting the movie "Cats" on Twitter, and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II sketched hysterical pictures of his fans on Instagram live.

Here's what celebrities are doing while self-isolating during the coronavirus outbreak.

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Shakira completed an online course with the University of Pennsylvania.

Shakira took an online course while self-isolating. Shakira/Twitter

Lizzo shared her meditation practice with her followers.

Lizzo meditated during her time in isolation. Lizzo/Instagram

Madonna remixed her song "Vogue" while singing in the bathroom.

Madonna sang in her bathroom during her time self-isolating. Madonna/Twitter

January Jones practiced self-care by wearing an LED facial mask and sipping beer out of a straw.

January Jones gave herself a facial. January Jones/Instagram

Vanessa Hudgens and Ashley Tisdale reminisced on their "High School Musical" days.

Vanessa Hudgens created a TikTok alongside Ashley Tisdale. Vanessa Hudgens/TikTok

Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner built a "Harry Potter" Lego set.

Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner entertained themselves by building a Lego castle. Joe Jonas/TikTok

Nicole Richie laid out the books she's planning to read while self-isolating.

Nicole Richie showed fans what she was reading. Nicole Richie/Instagram

Jojo made her hit song "Leave (Get Out)" into a quarantine anthem.

Jojo remixed her song during her time in isolation Jojo/TikTok

Jonathan Van Ness created CATV, a "quarantine cat station."

Jonathan Van Ness played with his cats while in isolation. Jonathan Van Ness/Twitter

Sam Neill cleaned his shoes while spending time at home.

Sam Neill cleaned his sneakers during quarantine. Sam Neill/Twitter

Hailey Bieber and Justin Bieber showed off their dance moves in TikTok videos.

Hailey Bieber and Justin Bieber created TikTok videos. Hailey Bieber/TikTok

Miley Cyrus spoke with Demi Lovato during an episode of her new livestream, "Bright Minded."

Miley Cyrus chatted with Demi Lovato on an episode of "Bright Minded." Miley Cyrus/Instagram

And Teigen baked an "isolation cake."

Chrissy Teigen baked a cake. Chrissy Teigen/Twitter

John Legend streamed a concert for his followers on Instagram live.

John Legend performed his songs over Instagram. @johnlegend/Twitter

Cardi B ran head-first into a giant game of "Jenga."

Cardi B played Jenga during her time in self-isolation. Cardi B/Instagram

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II drew his fans' portraits over Instagram live.

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II drew his followers on Instagram live. Yahya Abdul-Mateen/Instagram

Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra Jonas snuggled with their dog.

Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra Jonas spent time together while self-isolating. Priyanka Chopra Jonas/Instagram

Harry Styles has used the time to study Italian and sign language.

Harry Styles said that he's been using his time in self-isolation to learn. Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue

Jennifer Lopez showed off her son's serving skills.

Jennifer Lopez's son served the family during their time in isolation. Jennifer Lopez/Instagram

Gal Gadot created a montage of more than 20 celebrities singing "Imagine" by John Lennon.

Gal Gadot shared the video on Instagram. @gal_gadot/Instagram

Elizabeth Banks used the downtime to try out Dungeons and Dragons.

Elizabeth Banks tried out a new game while isolating. Elizabeth Banks/Instagram

Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade have been with their children while in self-isolation.

Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade played with their daughter. Gabrielle Union/Instagram

The Killers singer Brandon Flowers washed his hands while singing one of the band's hit songs, "Mr. Brightside."

Brandon Flowers sang "Mr. Brightside." The Killers/Instagram

Nigel Barker and his family threw a disco party in their living room.

Nigel Barker and his family danced while self-isolating. Nigel Barker/Instagram

Reese Witherspoon and Laura Dern practiced "social distancing" during their walk.

Reese Witherspoon and Laura Dern enjoyed a walk. Reese Witherspoon/Instagram

Lauren Conrad built a pillow fort with her children.

Lauren Conrad built a pillow fort during her time in quarantine. Lauren Conrad/Instagram

Rita Wilson and Tom Hanks, who previously tested positive for COVID-19, have been listening to a playlist called "Quarantunes" and sharing selfies.

Rita Wilson and Tom Hanks shared an update from their time in quarantine. Tom Hanks/Instagram

Seth Rogen livetweeted the movie "Cats."

Seth Rogen shared a photo from his time self-isolating. Seth Rogen/Instagram

Ellen DeGeneres has passed the time by calling her friends, attempting puzzles, and showing off her magic tricks.

Ellen DeGeneres called her friends while in quarantine. Ellen DeGeneres/Instagram

Mindy Kaling flaunted her work-from-home outfit.

Mindy Kaling showed off her work attire. Mindy Kaling/Twitter

Kristen Bell and her family spent time on a coloring project.

Kristen Bell has spent quarantine with her family. Kristen Bell/Instagram

Ashley Benson and Cara Delevingne recreated an iconic 'KUWTK' moment.

Ashley Benson and Cara Delevingne recreated a fight from "KUWTK.' Ashley Benson/TikTok

Lady Gaga said she and her boyfriend Michael Polansky have been "playing video games and cards."

Lady Gaga said she was spending time with Michael Polansky during her quarantine. Lady Gaga/Instagram

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