Comedienne Kang Yu-mi Shows Solidarity with YouTuber Who Confessed Sexual Assault, Offers Support and Donation

Entertainer Kang Yu-mi has shown her solidarity by sending a message of support and a monetary donation to YouTuber Kwak Hyeol-su, who bravely confessed to being a victim of sexual assault.

Recently, YouTuber Kwak Hyeol-su, who has 210,000 subscribers, uploaded a video titled 'It took a long time to say this' on his channel. In it, he revealed that he was sexually assaulted by a taxi driver a year ago.

He shared his pain and recovery process, stating, 'It was so hard to stand in front of the camera pretending to be cheerful.'

The video received an explosive response immediately after its release, surpassing 2 million views. The comment section was flooded with messages of support such as, 'I am also a victim but I didn't have the courage to speak,' and 'Your confession will change the lives of others.'

Among the many comments, comedian-turned-YouTuber Kang Yu-mi also left a personal message. She empathized with Kwak Hyeol-su's courage with a short but sincere sentence: 'Thank you for the courage to speak out.'

Furthermore, she quietly offered financial support by donating 79,000 won, showing her heartfelt support. Some fans applauded Kang Yu-mi's warm solidarity, commenting, 'It seems like a symbolic amount meaning 'friend' (79 in Korean pronunciation)', and 'It's not an easy action for a public figure.'

Kang Yu-mi debuted in 2004 on KBS's 'Gag Concert' and gained immense popularity for her honest humor. She is currently running her YouTube channel 'Kang Yu-mi yumi kang좋아서 하는 채널' and showcasing various content.

Korean netizens reacted warmly to Kang Yu-mi's gesture, with comments like 'It feels like a symbolic amount for a friend,' and 'It's a brave and heartwarming act for a celebrity.' They praised her empathy and support for the victim.