KATSEYE is a global six-member girl group formed through a collaboration between HYBE and Geffen Records.
They are known for their empowering pop sound, diverse cultural backgrounds, high-energy performances, and strong dance-vocal synergy, blending Western pop with K-pop training elements.
The group gained attention through the Netflix docuseries Pop Star Academy: KATSEYE and hits emphasising confidence and individuality.
Essential Data
- Members’ Real Names: Sophia Laforteza, Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj, Megan Skiendiel, Yoonchae Jeung, Manon Bannerman
- Stage Name: KATSEYE
- Active From: 2024
- Origin: Los Angeles, California, USA (global members)
- Active Until: Present
- Nationality: Multinational (USA, Philippines, Switzerland, South Korea)
- Occupation: Singers, Dancers, Performers, Idols
- Net Worth: $5 million and $10 million USD
Early Life and Members
KATSEYE was formed via the 2023 survival show The Debut: Dream Academy. Members come from varied cultural backgrounds and were selected for their unique talents in vocals, dance, and performance.
As of 2026, Manon is on a temporary hiatus for health reasons, with the group continuing as a five-member group for promotions.
Sophia Laforteza
- Date of Birth: December 31, 2002
- Age: 23 years old
- Place of Birth: Manila, Philippines
- Ethnicity: Filipino
- Religion: Unknown
- Parents: Carla Guevara Laforteza and Godfrey Laforteza
- Siblings: Unknown
- Education: Multiple Intelligence International School
- Early Life: Sophia began singing at age three and appeared on Family Feud Philippines. She brings leadership, strong vocals, and stage presence as the groupโs leader.
Daniela Avanzini
- Date of Birth: July 1, 2004
- Age: 21 years old
- Place of Birth: Atlanta, Georgia, USA (Venezuelan-Cuban heritage)
- Ethnicity: American (Latina)
- Religion: Unknown
- Parents: Rafael Avanzini and Ana Llorente
- Siblings: N/A
- Education: Riverwood International Charter School
- Early Life: Daniela started competitive dancesport at age three. She appeared on Americaโs Got Talent (Season 8) and So You Think You Can Dance: The Next Generation, excelling as a main dancer.
Lara Raj
- Date of Birth: November 3, 2005
- Age: 20 years old (as of 2026)
- Place of Birth: United States (Indian-American heritage; raised in New York and Los Angeles)
- Ethnicity: Indian-American
- Religion: Unknown
- Parents: Kavita Raj and Sri Rajagopalan
- Siblings: Rhea Raj
- Education: LaGuardia High School
- Early Life: Lara began acting and singing at a young age and was featured in a Michelle Obama Global Girls Alliance campaign. She is known for her powerful vocals and representation as an openly queer artist.
Megan Skiendiel
- Date of Birth: February 10, 2006
- Age: 20 years old
- Place of Birth: Honolulu, Hawaii, USA (Chinese-Singaporean heritage)
- Ethnicity: American (Asian)
- Religion: Unknown
- Parents: Sylvia Lee and William Skiendiel
- Siblings: Tyler
- Education: Trained in dance, modelling, and acting
- Early Life: Megan was involved in dance, modelling, acting, and the ukulele from a young age in Hawaii. She brings high-energy performance and all-rounder skills.
Jeong Yoonchae
- Date of Birth: December 6, 2007
- Age: 18 years old
- Place of Birth: Seoul, South Korea
- Ethnicity: Korean
- Religion: N/A
- Parents: Mr and Mrs Jeong
- Siblings: one
- Education: Unknown
- Early Life: Yoonchae joined as the sole Korean member, adding strong visuals, dance, and youthful energy to the group.
Manon Bannerman
- Date of Birth: June 26, 2002
- Age: 23 years old
- Place of Birth: Lucerne, Switzerland
- Ethnicity: Swiss-Ghanaian
- Religion: Christianity
- Parents: Zacharias Bannerman and Daniela Hรผg
- Siblings: Lena Lou Bannerman
- Education: N/A
- Early Life: Manon built a following through fashion and lifestyle content on social media before joining. She is known for her unique visuals and style (currently on temporary hiatus for health reasons since early 2026).
Formation
KATSEYE was formed through the HYBE x Geffen reality competition The Debut: Dream Academy (2023). From thousands of global applicants, the six members were selected and trained in Los Angeles. They officially debuted on June 28, 2024, with the single โDebut.โ
Career
The group quickly rose with catchy pop tracks, strong performances, and global appeal. Key releases include the EP SIS (Soft Is Strong) (2024) and Beautiful Chaos (2025).
They have charted on the Billboard charts, performed at major festivals like Coachella, and built a dedicated fanbase (EYECONs). Their music emphasises empowerment, diversity, and self-expression.
Social Media
- Instagram: @katseye
- YouTube Channel: KATSEYE
Personal Life
Members are in their late teens to early 20s and unmarried, focusing on their careers and group activities.
They represent global diversity and often highlight cultural backgrounds. Manon is on temporary hiatus for health reasons as of 2026. The group maintains close bonds while balancing intense schedules.
Net Worth
KATSEYEโs collective net worth is estimated between $5 million and $10 million USD, with strong projected annual revenue. Earnings come from streaming, album sales, tours, endorsements, and merchandise.
Their rapid global rise supports substantial income in the competitive pop landscape. Exact individual figures vary and remain private estimates.
Discography
EPs
- SIS (Soft Is Strong) (2024)
- Beautiful Chaos (2025)
- Wild (2026)
Singles
- “Debut” (2024)
- “Touch” (2024)
- “Gnarly” (2025)
- “Gameboy” (2025)
- “Gabriela” (2025)
- “Internet Girl” (2026)
- “PINKY UP” (2026)