Katseye's Sophia Laforteza to Step Back From Group
HYBE said medical professionals advised rest and ongoing care as the 23-year-old singer steps back from upcoming KATSEYE promotions.
- On Friday, August 7, HYBE and Geffen announced that KATSEYE leader Sophia Laforteza is temporarily unable to participate in upcoming promotional activities, citing mental health and wellness as the reason for her pause.
- The news follows member Manon Bannerman's February 2026 hiatus, marking the second time a KATSEYE member has taken a temporary break to prioritize well-being and health.
- Laforteza shared on Instagram that "health has to come first," after medical professionals advised her to take "dedicated time for extended rest and ongoing care" to ensure full recovery.
- HYBE and Geffen plan to reassess Laforteza's condition in September, while the group will continue scheduled activities during her absence, the labels confirmed.
- KATSEYE remains committed to their upcoming global tour and the success of their EP, Beautiful Chaos, released in June 2025 as a bold new chapter for the group.
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‘Health has to come first’: KATSEYE’s Sophia takes temporary hiatus
KATSEYE’s Filipina member Sophia Laforteza has taken a temporary hiatus to focus on her mental health and wellness, with her family including theater veteran Carla Guevara-Laforteza expressing full support for her decision.
[OSEN=Reporter Sun Mi-kyung] Sophia, a member of the group Cat's Eye, will be taking a break from activities. On the 8th (local time), her agency, HYBE-Geffen Records, released a statement through Cat's Eye's official channels saying, "Sophia will be temporarily unable to participate in scheduled promotional activities. It is of utmost importance to prioritize Sophia's mental and overall health." They added, "Sophia is currently receiving the be…
Sophia Laforteza of KATSEYE announces temporary hiatus
Sophia Laforteza from KATSEYE announced a temporary break from her group's activities. The leader of KATSEYE announced her decision via a social media post. Sophia stated that she will be focusing on her health during this break. She said, "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 h…
KATSEYE's Sophia Laforteza announces hiatus to focus on mental health; Fans express concern as she becomes second member to bow out this year
KATSEYE member Sophia Laforteza is temporarily stepping away from group activities. She is prioritizing her mental health and well-being during this period. This decision follows a similar hiatus taken by fellow member Manon Bannerman earlier this year. Laforteza's absence comes just before the group's new release next week. Fans will receive an update on her condition in September.
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