David Spade 'donates $200k to tornado relief'

David Spade has donated $200,000 (£122,000) to the American Red Cross to help those affected by the recent tornadoes in the American midwest and southeast states.

The actor - who also serves as a National Cabinet member for the organisation - said that he hoped the gift would serve to inspire others to give whatever they could to those less fortunate, reports US Weekly.

"With the devastating disasters the tornadoes and floods are causing I wanted to help the Red Cross in their efforts to provide help as quickly as possible," Spade said in a statement.

"I also hope this will help to shine the spotlight on the people of the United States who are in desperate need right now and that others will join me in donating what they can to support the American Red Cross' huge disaster relief effort."

A spokesman for the Red Cross commended the Rules of Engagement star's donation, saying: "The American Red Cross is extremely grateful for this generous support from David Spade who, over the years, has selflessly donated his time, talent, and money to assist those in need."

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