KATSEYE Reveals Sophia’s Status for Upcoming Wildworld Tour Dates

8/30/2026 The group leader's hiatus was announced in early August. Sophia Laforteza of KATSEYE at The 52nd American Music Awards held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 25, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Gilbert Flores/Dick Clark Productions KATSEYE is giving its loyal EYEKONS an update on Sophia Laforteza’s status. On S

Laforteza follows in the footsteps of Manon Bannerman who is also taking time out of the group to prioritise her well-being and mental health.

Laforteza follows in the footsteps of Manon Bannerman who is also taking time out of the group to prioritise her well-being and mental health.

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 temporar