Katseye's Sophia Laforteza Steps Back for Mental Health
One of Katseye's members is taking time away to focus on herself.
Katseye just announced that Sophia Laforteza is stepping back from the group's upcoming activities to prioritize her mental health and wellness. The announcement came through the group's official Weverse account, keeping things straightforward and respectful about what's going on.
The group made it clear this is temporary — Laforteza won't be participating in promotional work while she gets things right for herself. No specifics on timeline or what's driving the decision, which is fair. Mental health breaks in the music industry are still something artists have to fight for, so this move is worth paying attention to.
Katseye's been building momentum since their debut, and having a member step back shows the real pressure these spaces put on artists. The group handled the announcement with grace; hopefully Laforteza gets exactly what she needs and comes back when she's ready. That's what matters here.
Read the full story at Deadline → https://deadline.com/2026/08/sophia-laforteza-katseye-mental-health-break-1237028830/
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