Sophia Laforteza will not be joining KATSEYE for the European and UK leg of their The Wildworld Tour as she continues her hiatus to focus on her mental health and overall well-being.
HYBE x Geffen Records announced on Monday, August 31, 2026, that Sophia will sit out the group's scheduled tour dates across Europe and the United Kingdom from September 1 to 17.
In a statement, the agency said Sophia is “focusing on her well-being” and assured fans that it remains committed to providing her with the support and resources she needs.
"Sophia will not be participating in The Wildworld Tour in Europe and the UK scheduled from September 1 through September 17.
"We sincerely ask for EYEKONS' warm understanding, as our highest priority will always be the health and long-term well-being of our artists.
"We will share further updates as they become available. Please continue to send your love, warmth, and support to Sophia and KATSEYE," the statement read.
SOPHIA RELEASES STATEMENT
Following the announcement, Sophia took to her Instagram Stories to personally address her fans and explain her absence from the upcoming tour dates.
Sophia said she deeply wanted to join the group’s The Wildworld Tour and perform for EYEKONS, but acknowledged that prioritizing her health and mental well-being is important at this time.
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She stated: “I can’t express enough how much I want to participate in this tour and perform for you all.
"I have to remind myself every day that our health and mental well-being should always be prioritized.
"When I show up for you, I want you to get the best version of me."
The KATSEYE leader also shared that she has been undergoing treatment while doing her best to stay healthy, occupied, and happy.
"You can’t pour from an empty cup. It’s important to care for yourself.
"There’s been nothing but love and support from the company, my members, and everyone else around me as I work to get well."
Despite her absence, Sophia assured fans that she is looking forward to returning to the stage with KATSEYE.
She relayed: "I can’t wait until I return and share the stage with my sisters again. They’re gonna put on an extraordinary performance for you, EYEKONS.
"Trust me, I’ve been watching, and they’re absolutely giving!
"See you soon, EYEKONS. I love you all so much. Thank you for understanding."
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SOPHIA'S HIATUS
Sophia's absence from the world tour comes amid her ongoing hiatus from the global girl group.
On August 7, her management announced that the KATSEYE leader would be unable to participate in the group’s upcoming promotional activities as she takes time to rest and recover.
At the time, the company emphasized that Sophia's health is its priority and that she would receive the necessary support and resources during her break.
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Sophia later opened up about her decision, telling fans that she is heartbroken over having to take a break from the group.
She then assured fans that she is doing her best to recover and promised to return stronger once she is ready.
“Thank you for being so patient, understanding, and always showing me so much love. It means more to me than I could ever say.
“I promise I'm going to work as hard as I can to get through this, heal properly, and come back stronger," Sophia said.
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CARLA GUEVARA GIVES UPDATE on daughter Sophia's health
Meanwhile, Sophia’s mother, Carla Guevara, gave an update on her daughter’s condition during an interview with the entertainment press on August 27.
According to Carla, Sophia is doing well and is currently taking the time she needs to rest.
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“She’s really resting, so don’t worry; this is for her own good.
"She's just really tired, and it's a good thing that she is resting. So that she's more, she's stronger when she comes back," Carla said.
When asked whether Sophia would return to KATSEYE, Carla admitted that she does not know when her daughter will be back.
“I will be very honest. I don’t ask her,” she said, explaining that she does not want Sophia to feel pressured about her return.
Instead, Carla said she simply focuses on supporting her daughter and asking what she needs.
"I know what she's thinking. So I let her be. I'm just being her mom, saying, 'What do you need? What can I do for you? How can I help?'
"I do that instead of saying, 'Huy, ano na ang nangyayari sa iyo? What's gonna happen after?' I don't do that.
“She needs to rest. She needs to take care of herself because she’s that intelligent na [sinasabi sa akin na], ‘Mom, my body needs to rest. My brain needs to rest.’ And she deserves that."
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Carla also expressed gratitude to EYEKONS for continuing to support Sophia during this time.
“We’re so grateful to EYEKONS for supporting that and for, you know, waiting for her,” she said.
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