KATSEYE faces another setback as Sophia Laforteza is temporarily stepping away from the group. This marks the second member of the group, after Manon Bannerman, to take a mental health break.
KATSEYE’s Sophia Laforteza is temporarily stepping away
HYBE x Geffen Records announced on its website that Sophia Laforteza is stepping away from the group. She is reportedly taking a temporary break to prioritize her mental health.
The official statement read, “We are very sorry to share that Sophia will be temporarily unable to participate in upcoming promotional activities. We understand how much EYEKONS were looking forward to seeing Sophia on stage, but it is imperative that her mental health and wellness are prioritized.”
They also said that Sophia is receiving full support from medical professionals, who advised her to take a dedicated break to ensure her recovery.
They added, “While Sophia herself is eager to perform alongside her members, the health, safety, and long-term well-being of our artists will always remain our highest priority. We will continue to closely monitor her progress and support her journey. We plan to reassess her condition in September and will share a further update with fans at that time.”
HYBE x Geffen Records also thanked the audience for their understanding.
Laforteza personally addressed KATSEYE fans on her Instagram account. She shared an Instagram Story with the caption, “It truly breaks my heart to have to miss out on a lot. You know how much I love being on stage, performing, and sharing these moments with you. Making this decision wasn’t easy, but I’m learning that health has to come first.”
Earlier, Sophia spoke on a podcast about how social media trolling has impacted the group.
Now she is taking a break from the group six months after Manon announced her own hiatus, according to E! News.
Neither Laforteza nor KATSEYE has said when she will return.
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