KATSEYE‘s Daniela recently released a statement addressing multiple issues that have sparked controversy.
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In a message to fans, she shared that she does not support Playboi Carti’s alleged actions (including a misdemeanor assault charge). She also explained her heritage on both her father and mother’s side, clearing up any misinformation and dismissing disrespectful commentary about her background.
Hi loves I want to clarify a few things. Just want to call out that I do not support or condone the actions of this artist, and I was not aware of their actions prior. Supporting an artist’s music does not mean endorsing their personal behavior, and that distinction is important.
I also want to address the commentary surrounding my background. I am mixed. On my father’s side, my family has roots across Europe including Germany, Italy, and Spain, with my grandmother being from Spain, my grandfather being German and my father born in Venezuela. On my mother’s side, my family is 100% Cuban, which is where the majority of my Latin culture comes from. This is my real family history, and it’s disappointing to see it questioned or turned into something negative. This isn’t something for people to debate, mock or ridicule. It’s my heritage and I would like it to be respected!! Thank you 🙂
— Daniela
Dani speaks up about not supporting or condone Playboi Carti’s actions, and how supporting music is not the same as endorsing behavior.She also addresses the commentary around her background, reminding everyone that her heritage is real and deserves respect. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/wP4plaTzZq
— kei ✩ (@manonstiara) January 14, 2026
Many fans rallied around her, showing their unwavering support while expressing frustration at those who criticized her.
“this is my real family history, and it’s disappointing to see it questioned or turned into something negative. this isn’t something for people to debate, mock or ridicule.” oh everybody gotta d!e https://t.co/OypZjfSSRA pic.twitter.com/fxiRIkkL0e
— hanna (@K4TS3YE) January 14, 2026
yall shit on dani sm she felt the need to break down her ancestry for u dimble headed ppl over weverse dms to defend herself from the unwarranted hate and discourse against her embracing ALL of her heritage…can yall be this immersed in a job application
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— essete ⋆.ೃ࿔*:･ (@meizinipilled) January 14, 2026
Many also criticized the haters for weaponizing morality, pointing out the hypocrisy of claiming you can’t separate art from the artist while still supporting other artists with questionable pasts.
all kpop stans that stan racist groups gathering in the qrts copy pasting “you can’t separate the art from the artist” https://t.co/EQKK69kDTK pic.twitter.com/Mokdp2kee6
— hamster moegyu (@beomgyuadhd) January 14, 2026
Several k-pop fans who support racist and prejudiced groups are joining together to copy and paste messages saying “you can’t separate the art from the artist,” you’re all hypocrites. https://t.co/hrnmKRi1Te pic.twitter.com/DoAjSCJ7k8
— Beh ✧ eat zucchini ♪ﾟ (@Anapoetryy) January 14, 2026