South Korean Celebrities Donate to Flood Relief Efforts

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Celebrity donations are pouring in to aid victims of the severe floods that have left 14 dead and 12 missing in South Korea. Yu Jae-seok, one of Korea's most beloved TV hosts, and actor Yim Si-wan each donated 50 million won (approximately RM135,000) to the Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association. Other celebrities, including veteran actress Lee Hye-young and singer-actress Kim Se-jeong, have also contributed significant sums to support the relief efforts.

Key Takeaways:

  • Yu Jae-seok and Yim Si-wan each donated 50 million won (approximately RM135,000) to the Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association.
  • Veteran actress Lee Hye-young contributed 20 million won to the relief efforts.
  • Singer-actress Kim Se-jeong donated 10 million won last Saturday.
  • Winner member Kang Seung-yoon contributed 12 million won.
  • Celebrity couple Park Si-eun and Jin Tae-hyun gave 10 million won together.
  • The Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association thanked the celebrities for their donations, stating that they will deliver the kindness to those who have suffered.
  • The heavy rains triggered landslides and flooding across the country, with Gapyeong being one of the hardest hit areas.

Statistics:

  • At least 14 people have been confirmed dead due to the floods.
  • 12 people are missing as a result of the flooding.
  • 50 million won (approximately RM135,000) was donated by Yu Jae-seok and Yim Si-wan.
  • 20 million won was contributed by veteran actress Lee Hye-young.
  • 10 million won was donated by singer-actress Kim Se-jeong.
  • 12 million won was contributed by Winner member Kang Seung-yoon.
  • 10 million won was given by celebrity couple Park Si-eun and Jin Tae-hyun.

Sources:

  • Korea JoongAng Daily
  • Malay Mail