SEOUL, July 20 -- South Korean celebrities are stepping up with donations to help victims of the country's deadly floods that have left at least 14 dead and 12 missing since last Wednesday.

Entertainer Yu Jae-seok and actor Yim Si-wan each donated 50 million won (RM135,000) to the Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association last Friday, new outlet Korea JoongAng Daily reported today.

"My heart felt heavy with sorrow to see so many people's lives harmed by the heavy rain. I hope the damage doesn't get worse," Yu, one of Korea's most beloved TV hosts known for Running Man and Infinite Challenge, was quoted as saying.

Yim, who starred in Squid Game 2 and breakout drama Misaeng, joined him in donating the same amount.

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