Katseye leader Sophia Laforteza was recently spotted at Hong Kong Disneyland with rumored boyfriend Leon Barretto and their families, reigniting dating speculation that has followed the pair for months.
Leon posted photos from the January 2026 trip on Instagram, showing the group enjoying rides and attractions at the theme park. The internet personality, who is the younger brother of Filipina actress Julia Barretto, captioned the post: "Starting the year in the happiest place on earth with the people I love most."
He was accompanied by his mother, Marjorie Barretto, and sisters Dani and Erich, while Sophia brought her own family members along for the vacation.
The Disneyland sighting comes shortly after a video circulated online allegedly showing Sophia and Leon sharing a New Year's kiss at midnight. Though the footage quality was reportedly poor, fans on social media platforms interpreted it as confirmation of their romantic relationship. Neither Sophia nor Leon has publicly addressed the video.
Dating rumors between the two intensified in early January 2026 when a video appeared to show them holding hands during an outing, according to Koreaboo. Prior speculation dates back to September 2025, when photos of the pair in close poses went viral on social media.
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In December 2025, eagle-eyed fans noticed what appeared to be intimate photos of a couple displayed in Leon's home during his Instagram story, with many assuming the images featured him and Sophia.
The 22-year-old influencer and the Katseye star have known each other since high school, having attended the same school in the Philippines, GMA Network reported. They even went to prom together in 2020, with Sophia's mother posting about the occasion on social media at the time. Leon has consistently supported Sophia's career, attending Katseye events and posting content featuring her on his social media platforms.
Despite the mounting evidence and repeated sightings, neither Sophia nor Leon has confirmed or denied the relationship rumors. International fans have had mixed reactions, with some supportive of a potential relationship while others remain skeptical, insisting the two are simply longtime best friends.
Unlike some Katseye members who have been more open about their relationships—with Lara coming out as queer and Daniela being linked to TikToker Jonah David—Sophia has maintained privacy regarding her personal life.
Representatives for Katseye and HYBE have not commented on the speculation surrounding Sophia's relationship status, as per KAMI.
