KATSEYE Members Height, Ages, Birthdays & Profiles
KATSEYE’s youngest member is also its tallest. Yoonchae Jeung, who was 16 when the group debuted, stands about 170 cm, roughly 6 cm above Daniela Avanzini at the other end.
KATSEYE came out of The Debut: Dream Academy, a 2023 competition run by HYBE and Geffen Records, and the group has six members holding American, Swiss, Filipino, Korean and Latin American backgrounds between them.
The group debuted on June 28, 2024, with the single “Debut”, reached the Billboard Hot 100 with “Gnarly” in April 2025, and took their Wild EP to number 1 on the Billboard 200 in August 2026.
KATSEYE Quick Facts:
| Group | KATSEYE |
| Labels | HYBE x Geffen Records |
| Formed on | The Debut: Dream Academy (2023) |
| Debut | June 28, 2024 |
| Debut song | “Debut” |
| Members | Sophia, Manon, Daniela, Lara, Megan, Yoonchae |
| Average height | About 167 cm (5’5.8″) |
| Tallest member | Yoonchae – about 170 cm (5’7″) |
| Shortest member | Daniela – about 164 cm (5’4.5″) |
| Nationalities | American, Swiss, Filipino, South Korean |
| Note on figures | No official height, weight, or body measurement figures have been published by HYBE or Geffen |
KATSEYE Members Height Chart:
Every figure here is an unofficial estimate from fan profiles. Five members have relatively consistent numbers across those listings, while Daniela’s reported height varies between 163 and 165 cm, so we give her a range.
| Member | Real Name | Height (estimated) | Born | Nationality |
| Yoonchae | Jeung Yoon-chae | 5’7″ (170 cm) | December 6, 2007 | South Korean |
| Megan | Megan Meiyok Skiendiel | 5’6.5″ (169 cm) | February 10, 2006 | American |
| Sophia | Sophia Elizabeth Guevara Laforteza | 5’6″ (167 cm) | December 31, 2002 | Filipino-American |
| Lara | Lara Rajagopalan | 5’6″ (167 cm) | November 3, 2005 | American |
| Manon | Meret Manon Sarpong Bannerman | 5’5″ (166 cm) | June 26, 2002 | Swiss |
| Daniela | Daniela Andrea Avanzini Llorente | 5’4.5″ (163–165 cm) | July 1, 2004 | American |
Using those estimates, the six members average 167 cm (5 ft 5.8 in), with roughly a 6 cm difference between the tallest and shortest.
Yoonchae Height and Profile:
Yoonchae is the youngest member of KATSEYE and the tallest at around 170 cm (5 ft 7 in).
| Real Name | Jeung Yoon-chae |
| Birthday | December 6, 2007 |
| Height | About 5’7″ (170 cm), unofficial |
| Position | Vocalist, maknae (youngest member) |
| Nationality | South Korean |
Yoonchae began training in the Korean idol system in 2020, when she was 12. She placed fourth in The Debut: Dream Academy and was 16 when KATSEYE debuted, making her more than a year younger than the group’s other members.
Megan Height and Profile:
Megan is estimated at 169 cm (5 ft 6.5 in), placing her second in KATSEYE’s height ranking.
| Real Name | Megan Meiyok Skiendiel |
| Birthday | February 10, 2006 |
| Height | About 5’6.5″ (169 cm), unofficial |
| Position | Vocalist, dancer |
| Nationality | American |
Megan was born in Honolulu to a Chinese Singaporean mother and a Swedish father. She started dancing at four, started vocal lessons at six, and also acted as a child, with credits including Jurassic World (2015) and Sydney to the Max.
Sophia Height and Profile:
Sophia is estimated at around 167 cm (5 ft 6 in) and serves as KATSEYE’s leader.
| Real Name | Sophia Elizabeth Guevara Laforteza |
| Birthday | December 31, 2002 |
| Height | About 5’6″ (167 cm), unofficial |
| Position | Leader, vocalist |
| Nationality | Filipino-American |
Sophia leads KATSEYE. She was born in Queens, New York, and holds Filipino and American citizenship. She is the daughter of musical theatre actress Carla Guevara Laforteza. She is the first Filipino artist signed to a HYBE label, and the Philippine House of Representatives passed a resolution in April 2026 commending her Coachella performance.
Lara Height and Profile:
Lara is estimated at 167 cm (5 ft 6 in).
| Real Name | Lara Rajagopalan |
| Birthday | November 3, 2005 |
| Height | About 5’6″ (167 cm), unofficial |
| Position | Vocalist, dancer |
| Nationality | American |
Lara was born in Stamford, Connecticut, to Tamil parents, with her mother from India and father from Sri Lanka. She is the first artist of Indian origin signed to a HYBE label.
She placed second in the Dream Academy finale in November 2023. Lara came out publicly in March 2025 and was later named to GLAAD’s 20 Under 20 list in December 2025.
Manon Height and Profile:
Manon is estimated at 166 cm (5 ft 5 in). She is the oldest KATSEYE member.
| Real Name | Meret Manon Sarpong Bannerman |
| Birthday | June 26, 2002 |
| Height | About 5’5″ (166 cm), unofficial |
| Position | Vocalist, dancer |
| Nationality | Swiss |
She was born in Lucerne to a Swiss-Italian mother and a Ghanaian father. Before joining Dream Academy, she built a following through TikTok and modeling work in Switzerland.
She has been on hiatus since February 20, 2026, focusing on her health and well-being. She told The Cut in April that conversations with her label had been positive. She has pursued individual opportunities since, including guest-judging on Germany’s Next Topmodel and appearing in a Tommy Hilfiger campaign.
Daniela Avanzini Height and Profile:
Daniela is the shortest member of the group at an estimated 5’4.5″ (164 cm) height.
| Real Name | Daniela Andrea Avanzini Llorente |
| Birthday | July 1, 2004 |
| Height | About 5’4.5″ (163–165 cm), unofficial |
| Position | Vocalist, dancer |
| Nationality | American |
She was born in Atlanta to a Cuban mother and a Venezuelan father. Daniela started dancesport as a child and competed on American television, including America’s Got Talent in 2013, and So You Think You Can Dance: The Next Generation in 2016.
KATSEYE Height Comparison With aespa, IVE and the Average Woman:
Here’s how the KATSEYE estimates sit against members of two Korean girl groups and the average American woman. Try any pairing in our Celebrity Height Comparison Tool.
| Name | Height | Difference vs Average U.S. Woman |
| Wonyoung (IVE) | 5’8″ (173 cm) | +11.7 cm (4.6 in) taller |
| Yoonchae (KATSEYE) | 5’7″ (170 cm) | +8.7 cm (3.4 in) taller |
| Kazuha (LE SSERAFIM) | 5’7″ (170 cm) | +8.7 cm (3.4 in) taller |
| Megan (KATSEYE) | 5’6.5″ (169 cm) | +7.7 cm (3.0 in) taller |
| Karina (aespa) | 5’6″ (167.8 cm) | +6.5 cm (2.6 in) taller |
| KATSEYE average | 5’5.8″ (167.2 cm) | +5.9 cm (2.3 in) taller |
| Sophia and Lara (KATSEYE) | 5’6″ (167 cm) | +5.7 cm (2.2 in) taller |
| Manon (KATSEYE) | 5’5″ (166 cm) | +4.7 cm (1.9 in) taller |
| Daniela (KATSEYE) | 5’4.5″ (164 cm) | +2.7 cm (1.1 in) taller |
| Average U.S. Woman | 5’3.5″ (161.3 cm) | — |
KATSEYE’s estimated average sits a little above aespa’s 164.3 cm and a little below IVE’s tallest members. Note that the KATSEYE rows are estimates, while the aespa figures came from the members themselves.
KATSEYE Members’ Weight and Body Measurements:
There are no official weight or detailed body-measurement figures for KATSEYE.
HYBE and Geffen have published no weights, bust-waist-hip figures, or clothing sizes for any KATSEYE member, and none of the six has given them in an interview. Numbers appearing on fan pages should therefore not be treated as verified information.
KATSEYE Members’ Ages:
Manon is the oldest member, while Yoonchae is the youngest. The gap between them is approximately five and a half years.
| Member | Date of Birth | Age in 2026 |
| Manon | June 26, 2002 | 24 |
| Sophia | December 31, 2002 | 23 |
| Daniela | July 1, 2004 | 22 |
| Lara | November 3, 2005 | 20 |
| Megan | February 10, 2006 | 20 |
| Yoonchae | December 6, 2007 | 18 |
Sophia turns 24 on New Year’s Eve, Lara turns 21 in November, and Yoonchae turns 19 in December 2026.
FAQs About KATSEYE Members:
Who is the tallest member of KATSEYE?
Yoonchae, the youngest member, is estimated at 170 cm (5’7″).
Who is the shortest member of KATSEYE?
Daniela Avanzini, estimated at 163 to 165 cm (about 5’4.5″).
How tall is Yoonchae from KATSEYE?
About 170 cm, or 5 feet 7 inches, based on fan estimates.
How tall are the KATSEYE members on average?
The group averages roughly 167 cm (5’5.8″).
What are KATSEYE members’ weights?
Neither HYBE nor Geffen has published any member’s weight, and none of the six has given one publicly.
Who is the leader of KATSEYE?
Sophia Laforteza is the group’s leader.
Who is the youngest member of KATSEYE?
Yoonchae, born December 6, 2007.
What are the KATSEYE members’ real names?
Sophia is Sophia Elizabeth Guevara Laforteza, Manon is Meret Manon Sarpong Bannerman, Daniela is Daniela Andrea Avanzini Llorente, Lara is Lara Rajagopalan, Megan is Megan Meiyok Skiendiel, and Yoonchae is Jeung Yoon-chae.
What nationalities are the KATSEYE members?
Sophia is Filipino-American, Manon is Swiss, Yoonchae is South Korean, while Daniela, Lara, and Megan are American.
Which KATSEYE member is from the Philippines?
Sophia is Filipino-American and the daughter of Filipino musical-theatre actress Carla Guevara Laforteza.
Which KATSEYE member is Swiss?
Manon is Swiss and was born in Lucerne.
Is KATSEYE a K-pop group?
KATSEYE was built using the K-pop training system, but the group is based in Los Angeles and sings mainly in English.
Why is Manon not performing with KATSEYE?
She has been on hiatus since February 20, 2026, to focus on her health and well-being.
Is Sophia back with KATSEYE?
She announced a break on August 7, 2026, and missed the European leg of the 2026 tour.
How many members does KATSEYE have?
KATSEYE has six members.
Is KATSEYE touring in 2026?
Yes. The Wildworld Tour started in Dublin on September 1, 2026, and plays North America from October 13 until November 28 in Mexico City.
About Our Measurement Sourcing
No height in this article comes from HYBE, Geffen, or any member. The six figures used in this article come from the fan-profile estimates. We publish no weight or body measurements for this group because none exist on the record.
