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KATSEYE Says They’ve Received Thousands of Death Threats as Member Reports False ICE Tip

Members describe coping through therapy, platform breaks, mutual support.

Overview

  • In a BBC interview published Nov. 12, all six members said they have been sent thousands of death threats online.
  • The group said harassment has extended to relatives and friends and includes racist, sexist “grading” of their looks and skills.
  • Singer Lara Raj, a U.S. citizen, said someone falsely reported her to immigration authorities; she has since deleted her X account.
  • KATSEYE, formed by HYBE and Geffen through the Dream Academy process and a Netflix docuseries, continues public activity.
  • The group holds Grammy nominations for Best New Artist and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance and is set to launch the Beautiful Chaos tour on Nov. 15 in Minneapolis.