Angia Laurel finds inspiration in Katseye's Sophia as she enters music scene

Newbie artist Angia Laurel, daughter of actor-singers Franco Laurel and Ayen Munji-Laurel, said she couldn't be prouder of her childhood friend Sophia Laforteza, leader of the global girl group Katseye, for living the dream they both grew up sharing—to perform.

- By CHARMIE JOY PAGULONG

Years ago, the two collaborated on a cover of Audrey Mika's Y U Gotta B Like That as seen in an online video. "I've known her since we were kids and we did theater together. We basically kind of grew up together," recalled Angia at the launching of the music video for her debut single, Back Again, featuring Moophs.

"We did that cover for fun, not thinking it would blow up. Honestly, like seeing her pursue what she's always dreamed of ever since I've known her, it's always been a dream of hers to be a star wherever that may be," she added.

"And that's very inspiring. And I'm very proud of her that she is doing what she's always dreamed of and what she truly loves. And it's kinda cute that we're both doing what we've always wanted to do and always dreamed of."