KATSEYE (캣츠아이) is a 6-member K-pop girl group is under Geffen Records formed through the survival show “The Debut: Dream Academy“. The group members consist of Manon, Sophia, Daniela, Lara, Megan, and Yoonchae. They debuted on June 28, 2024 with the single, “Debut”.
KATSEYE Profile
Debut | June 28, 2024 |
Active Years | 2023–present |
KATSEYE Members | Manon, Sophia, Daniela, Lara, Megan, Yoonchae |
Genre | K-Pop |
Status | Active |
Label | Geffen Records |
Oldest Member | Manon |
Youngest Member | Yoonchae |
Former Member | N/A |
Fandom Name | EYEKONS |
KATSEYE Facts:
– KATSEYE was made through the survival show ‘The Debut: Dream Academy’.
– The group was named KATSEYE because a cat’s eye color looks like a gemstone in iridescent color and each of the different colors represent the members uniqueness.
– Their fandom name is EYEKONS which is a portmanteau of “eye” (from KATSEYE) and “icon”.
– The members were decided according to 50% fan voting and 50% judge scores on the show.
– It is a multinational girl group with members from Switzerland, the Phillippines, USA, Hawaii and South Korea.
– The final lineup was determined by a combination of early votes and real-time votes during the finale, as well as the evaluators’ scores. (Variety)
– The group originated from the US and South Korea.
– The survival show was a joint collaboration of HYBE and Universal Music Group.
– The members have the following dorm arrangements: Sophia & Yoonchae, Manon & Daniela and Lara & Mega.
Website:
katseye.world
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Instagram: @katseyeworld
Youtube: KATSEYE
Twitter: @katseyeworld
TikTok: @katseyeworld
Weverse: KATSEYE
Streaming Platform Links
Genie | Melon | Spotify | Bugs | Apple Music
KATSEYE Members Profile
1. Sophia
Stage Name | Sophia (소피아) |
Birth Name | Sophia Elizabeth G. Laforteza |
Position | Leader |
Birthday | December 31, 2002 |
Active Years | 2023–present |
Age | 22 (in 2025) |
Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
Height | N/A |
Weight | N/A |
Nationality | Filipino |
Blood Type | N/A |
MBTI | ENFP |
Representative Color | Purple |
Sophia Facts:
– Sophia often cooks for the group.
– V from BTS and Yunjin from Lesserafim are her role models.
– BTS is the reason she auditioned.
– She ranked first in the final announcement.
– She and Yoonchae both like to stay up late.
– She was chosen by two judges as their top pick in the Live Finale.
– She was in Team B and performed their original song, “Dirty Water” at Live Finale
– She always needs her dog, her headphones, and her lip balm.
– Her charm represents steadiness and guidance.
– She was on a 2022 episode of Family Feud Philippines.
– Sophia also likes ENHYPEN and admires Jungwon.
– Her favorite color is pink.
– If she could have any superpower, she would choose to fly.
Read more facts about Sophia
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Instagram: @sophia_laforteza
TikTok: @sophialaforteza
2. Manon
Stage Name | Manon (마농) |
Birth Name | Meret Manon Bannerman |
Position | N/A |
Birthday | June 26, 2002 |
Active Years | 2023–present |
Age | 22 (in 2025) |
Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
Height | N/A |
Weight | N/A |
Nationality | Swiss |
Blood Type | N/A |
MBTI | ENFJ |
Representative Color | Pastel Yellow |
Manon Facts:
– Manon has been writing songs since she was five years old.
– Beyoncé is her role model.
– She finished sixth in the final announcement.
– She was in Team B for the live finale and performed their original song called “Dirty Water”.
– She has an allergy to strawberries.
– Her must-have items include her phone, her journal, and Porto’s.
– Her mother is Swiss-Italian, and her father is from Ghana.
– She is described in the words cool, kind, and non-judgmental.
– If she could have any superpower, she would choose teleportation so she could travel anywhere, especially back home to Switzerland.
– Her charm represents hope, royalty, beauty, and elegance.
Read more facts about Manon
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Instagram: @meretmanon
TikTok: @meretmanon
3. Daniela
Stage Name | Daniela (다니엘라) |
Birth Name | Daniela Avanzini |
Position | N/A |
Birthday | July 1, 2004 |
Active Years | 2023–present |
Age | 20 (in 2025) |
Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
Height | N/A |
Weight | N/A |
Nationality | American |
Blood Type | N/A |
MBTI | ENFJ-A |
Representative Color | Blue |
Daniela Facts:
– Daniela is a huge fan of Carti and Lil Uzi Vert.
– She secured the third rank in the final announcement.
– Her charm stands for bold confidence, strength, courage, and loyalty.
– Her heritage is Venezuelan and Cuban.
– She can dance Afro-Cuban, Afro-style, cha-cha-cha, and salsa.
– She was in Team A and performed their original song, “Girls Don’t Like” at the Live Finale.
– She is a fan of artists Beyoncé, Shakira, Rosalía, Rihanna, Doja Cat, and Playboi Carti.
– If she could have any superpower, she would choose telepathy.
– Her precious things include her family, her stuffed animal, or her bed.
– She is described as affectionate, charismatic, and determined.
Read more facts about Daniela
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Instagram: @daniela_avanzini
TikTok: @daniela_avanzini
4. Lara
Stage Name | Lara (라라) |
Birth Name | Lara Rajagopalan |
Position | N/A |
Birthday | November 3, 2005 |
Active Years | 2023–present |
Age | 19 (in 2025) |
Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
Height | N/A |
Weight | N/A |
Nationality | Indian-American |
Blood Type | N/A |
MBTI | ESTP-A |
Representative Color | Pastel Green |
Lara Facts:
– Lara’s role models are ENHYPEN‘s NI-KI and BTS’s Jimin.
– She came in second place at the final announcement.
– She was in Team B and performed their original song, “Dirty Water” at the Live Finale.
– Her must-have things include crystals, coffee, and music.
– She wants to collaborate with artists like Rihanna, Britney Spears, Timbaland, Pharrell Williams, M.I.A and BTS’s Jimin.
– She wants the power to travel in space and discover the universe.
– She is described as passionate, confident, and real.
Read more facts about Lara
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Instagram: @lararajj
TikTok: @lararajj
5. Megan
Stage Name | Megan (메간) |
Birth Name | Megan Meiyok Skiendiel |
Position | N/A |
Birthday | February 10, 2006 |
Active Years | 2023–present |
Age | 19 (in 2025) |
Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
Height | N/A |
Weight | N/A |
Nationality | Chinese-Singaporean-American |
Blood Type | N/A |
MBTI | ISTP |
Representative Color | Peach |
Megan Facts:
– Her role models are BLACKPINK’s Jennie and BTS’s Jimin.
– She came in fifth place at the final announcement.
– She was chosen by two judges as their top picks.
– She can speak English and basic Chinese and French.
– She was in Team A and performed their original song, “Girls Don’t Like” at the Live Finale.
– She wants to collaborate with artists like Lana Del Rey, Danja, Billie Eilish, Beyoncé, BLACKPINK, Olivia Rodrigo, and Drake.
– She would like the power to teleport.
– Things she cannot live without are her members, cellphone and sweatpants.
Read more facts about Megan
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Instagram: @meganskiendiel
TikTok: @meganskiendiel
6. Yoonchae
Stage Name | Yoonchae (윤채) |
Birth Name | Jeong Yoonchae (정윤채) |
Position | Maknae |
Birthday | December 6, 2007 |
Active Years | 2023–present |
Age | 17 (in 2025) |
Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
Height | N/A |
Weight | N/A |
Nationality | Korean |
Blood Type | N/A |
MBTI | ESTP |
Representative Color | Pink |
Yoonchae Facts:
– Things she can’t live without are her family, food and music.
– She ranked fourth in the final announcement.
– She has an older sister.
– She relieves her stress by reading letters from her friends and family.
– She likes pink color.
– She and Sophia are considered the night owls of the group.
– Her idols are BLACKPINK’s Jennie and BTS.
– She would like the power of telekinesis so she can eat cereal without her hands and turn off the lights.
– She was in Team A and performed their original song, “Girls Don’t Like” at the Live Finale.
– She is good at being optimistic and keeping herself motivated.
– She likes to watch mukbangs.
Read more facts about Yoonchae
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Instagram: @y0on_cha3
TikTok: @y0on_cha3
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