Katseye’s Sophia Laforteza announces break from girl group months after Manon Bannerman’s exit

Sophia Laforteza, a 23-year-old singer in the popular girl group Katseye, has announced a temporary hiatus to focus on her mental health and wellness. The group shared via Weverse that Laforteza will be unable to participate in upcoming promotional activities. Describing the decision as difficult and heartbreaking, she emphasized that health must come first. This announcement follows the previous exit of Manon Bannerman from the group, marking another significant change in the ensemble's current lineup.