The label said Laforteza had been receiving “the utmost support” and consulting medical professionals, and had been advised to dedicate time to “extended rest and ongoing care to ensure a full recovery”.<\/p>\n
“While Sophia herself is eager to perform alongside her members, the health, safety and long-term wellbeing of our artists will always remain our highest priority,” the statement said, noting that her condition will be reassessed in September.<\/p>\n
Laforteza wrote separately on Instagram: “Making this decision wasn’t easy, but I’m learning that health has to come first. I’m realising 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.”<\/p>\n
She added: “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.”<\/p>\n
The girl group formed with six members in 2023 and was nominated for two Grammy Awards last year. It now will continue to appear at events with four members. <\/p>\n
The group has previously said its members have received multiple online death threats since they made their debut.<\/p>\n