KATSEYE Member Daniela's Mother Addresses Issue of Following Donald Trump on Instagram

The mother of KATSEYE member Daniela Avanzini has publicly addressed online controversy after fans found out she was following Donald Trump's personal Instagram account, clarifying her actions in a statement that aimed to settle things once and for all about her and her daughter's political beliefs.

The controversy started when social media users noticed that Daniela's mother followed Trump's personal Instagram handle rather than his official presidential account. The news quickly spread across social platforms, garnering more than one million views and sparking intense debate among fans. Some critics directed accusations toward Daniela herself, suggesting the 20-year-old performer shared similar political views as her mother.

Responding directly to fan comments questioning the Instagram follow, Daniela's mother provided a clear explanation for her actions, saying she followed Trump's account after she saw a touching post about the Pope, noting that it had nothing to do with politics. She added that the controversy does not reflect her or her daughter's political views.

Fans shared support for the mother's calm and thoughtful response and they called for apologies to both Daniela and her family. Many supporters defended the KATSEYE member by emphasizing that individuals should not be held accountable for their parents' social media activity or political choices. Social media users pointed out that family members often hold different political beliefs, making it unfair to assume they have shared stances.

The controversy occurred alongside other issues involving the six-member global girl group, including criticism over their association with HYBE America CEO Scooter Braun. The group, which debuted in June 2024 after forming through the reality show "The Debut: Dream Academy," includes members from the United States, Philippines, South Korea, and Switzerland.

Daniela, born in Atlanta, Georgia, is of Venezuelan-Cuban-Italian ethnicity and serves as one of the group's main performers. Her mother's background as a ballroom dance champion has influenced her daughter's own dance training and performance style.

The controversy highlighted broader discussions about accountability for family members' actions and the challenges faced by public figures navigating political discourse. Fans ultimately rallied around Daniela, with many expressing an understanding that her mother's social media activity does not reflect her personal beliefs or values.