With Sophia Stepping Back From KATSEYE, Will the Global Girl Group Remain a Quartet?

On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie & Keith are talking about the latest member taking a pause, following Manon's February exit.

Why has Sophia Laforteza left her fans very worried after announcing that she's leaving Katseye?  MARCA

K-pop group KATSEYE hit by another hiatus as leader Sophia Laforteza steps back  images.dawn.com

The 23-year-old Filipino singer’s break comes days before the premiere of Katseye’s first documentary and the release of the group’s third EP.

Sophia Laforteza, the leader of global girl group KATSEYE, is temporarily stepping back from promotional activities to focus on her mental health and well-being, Hybe and Geffen said on Friday in a joint statement posted on Hybe’s fan-to-artist platform Weverse.

KATSEYE hit by another hiatus as Sophia Laforteza steps back  Reuters

The announcement came comes after fellow bandmate Manon Bannerman went on a hiatus from the ensemble.

“Making this decision wasn’t easy, but I’m learning that health has to come first"

"It truly breaks my heart," the 23-year-old singer said as she shared the announcement.

Tuide, the first girl group launched by Hybe’s new affiliate ABD, which stands for a bold dream, unveiled the title of its debut single: “Sun Kiss.” On Wednesday night, a teaser image inspired by a summer camp was uploaded, giving details of promoting the group’s first EP “Tune & Play” set for Aug. 24. Tuide will be a