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Sophia Laforteza to miss KATSEYE's European and UK legs of 'The Wildworld Tour'

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<p>Sophia Laforteza will sit out the European and UK leg of KATSEYE’s upcoming <em>The Wildworld Tour</em> as she continues to focus on her health and well-being.</p><p>On Instagram, HYBE and Geffen Records shared an update regarding Sophia’s upcoming schedule, announcing that she will not be joining the group’s shows in Europe and the United Kingdom</p><p>&quot;Sophia is focusing on her well-being, and the company remains fully committed to providing her with all the support and resources needed. Sophia will not be participating in <em>THE WILDWORLD TOUR</em> in Europe and the UK scheduled from September 1 through September 17,&quot; the statement read.</p><p>The label emphasized that Sophia’s health remains their priority and asked fans for their continued understanding and support.</p><p>&quot;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,&quot; they added.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-23" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DOZclsREkrX/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=642&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A23%2C%22os%22%3A5336001.299999952%2C%22ls%22%3A3820248.399999857%2C%22le%22%3A3820262.6999998093%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="564" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-23" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:658px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="https://www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Following the announcement, Sophia also took to social media to pen a heartfelt message to fans.</p><p>“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,&quot; she said.</p><p>The singer also revealed that she has been undergoing treatment as she works toward getting better.</p><p>&quot;When I show up for you, I want you to get the best version of me. I’ve been in ongoing treatment and doing everything I can to stay healthy, occupied, and happy. You can’t pour from an empty cup. It’s important to care for yourself,&quot; she relayed. </p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/178813964613820260831010828_Sophia IG Story.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div><p>Sophia went on to express her gratitude to everyone who has been supporting her during her recovery.</p><p>&quot;There’s been nothing but love and support from the company, my members, and everyone else around me as I work to get well. 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!&quot; she stated.</p><p>The singer concluded her message, saying: &quot;See you soon, EYEKONS. I love you all so much. Thank you for understanding. ❤️&quot;</p>

<p>HYBE and Geffen Records emphasized that Sophia Laforteza’s health remains their priority and asked fans for their continued understanding and support.</p>

HYBE and Geffen Records emphasized that Sophia Laforteza’s health remains their priority and asked fans for their continued understanding and support.