Katseye’s Sophia to Sit Out European Leg of ‘Wildworld’ Tour to ‘Focus on Her Well-Being’
Katseye member Sophia Laforteza will not be joining the group for the U.K. and European dates of their upcoming “Wildworld” tour, which is scheduled to launch on Tuesday. In a statement posted to social media, Katseye’s label said that Laforteza is committed to “focusing on her well-being” after announcing her temporary hiatus from the group […]
KATSEYE has shared an update concerning Sophia Laforteza's status for their upcoming Wildworld Tour dates. On Sunday, the global girl group announced on their Instagram Stories that Sophia is prioritizing her health and wellness. Consequently, Sophia will not be joining the tour set to take place in Europe and the UK from September 1 to September 7.
The message, also posted on Weverse and signed by HYBE and Geffen Records, emphasized that KATSEYE remains committed to providing Sophia with the necessary support and resources. They respectfully requested the fans, the 'EYEKONS', to understand the decision, as their primary concern is the well-being and long-term health of their artists. They promised to share further updates as they become available.
Sophia's hiatus was initially revealed by HYBE and Geffen on August 7, when the label announced that she would take a break to focus on her mental health. According to the company, Sophia was advised to rest and receive ongoing care following a consultation with medical professionals. Her condition was expected to be reevaluated in September, as reported by the Los Angeles Times.
In an interview with Vogue Philippines, Sophia's mother, actress Carla Guevara-Laforteza, gave insight into her daughter's current activities. She mentioned that Sophia is currently on hiatus, spending her time visiting Disneyland each day, baking, and painting. She emphasized that Sophia is taking every opportunity to boost her mental well-being.
This isn't the first time a KATSEYE member has taken a step back from group activities for personal reasons. Manon also stepped away from group duties in February to prioritize her health and wellness. The remaining members, Lara, Daniela, Yoonchae, and Megan, have continued promoting KATSEYE's latest music, including a brief appearance at Olivia Rodrigo's Daisy Chain Fields Festival on August 29.
KATSEYE has quickly become a popular global pop group. Recently, they achieved their first No. 1 on the Billboard 200 with their EP WILD, which includes the Billboard Hot 100 hits "Pinky Up" and "Gnarly."
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