Sophia Laforteza steps away from Katseye, the second member to depart this year
The announcement came comes after fellow bandmate Manon Bannerman went on a hiatus from the ensemble.
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"Making this decision wasn't easy, but I'm learning that health has to come first. I'm realizing that if I don't take care of my mind and body now, I won't be able to keep doing what I love the most for so long."
— Sophia Laforteza , Celebrity
"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 Laforteza , Celebrity
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The announcement came comes after fellow bandmate Manon Bannerman went on a hiatus from the ensemble.
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