Lexie Levin is no longer a member of the upcoming global girl group SAINT SATINE. On July 13, 2026, HYBE and Geffen released a joint statement confirming that both sides had mutually agreed to part ways after discussions about the group’s future. The companies also confirmed that Lexie will not continue under HYBE x Geffen as a solo artist. Despite the Swedish singer’s departure from the group, SAINT SATINE is still expected to make its official debut later in 2026.
“Following extensive and thoughtful discussions with Lexie regarding the group’s future activities, both parties have mutually agreed to part ways,” the official statement said.
SAINT SATINE was originally introduced with former Dream Academy contestants who did not make it to KATSEYE’s final lineup. The first iteration of the group consisted of Lexie (who also exited the Dream Academy competition after seven weeks), Emily Kelavos, and Samara Siqueira. Meanwhile, its fourth member, Sakura Tobi, joined after winning World Scout: The Final Piece in May 2026. However, before the official departure announcement, social media users noticed that Lexie was missing from recent group photos taken during a World Cup match in Los Angeles. The remaining members had moved in together in May 2026 as they prepared for their debut, leading many followers to wonder about Lexie’s status.
After the official announcement, Lexie posted a personal message on Instagram Stories thanking HYBE x Geffen for the opportunities she received. The artist explained that both sides had different ways of working, and she believed it was the right time to move forward separately. Lexie also encouraged fans to continue supporting Emily, Samara, and Sakura, calling them her “forever sisters.” She ended her statement by mentioning her own solo debut, saying that her future may be different from what fans expected but that she is “not done yet.”