KATSEYE Performs 'Animal' on Tonight Show as Quartet

Girl group KATSEYE appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, performing their new single "Animal" as a four-member lineup. The appearance on the NBC late-night program marked the television performance debut of the Ed Sheeran-cowritten track, which will be featured on the group's upcoming five-track EP, Wild, scheduled for release on Friday, August 14.

The quartet, consisting of Lara Raj, Daniela Avanzini, Yoonchae Jeung, and Megan Skiendiel, addressed the recent changes to their lineup during the interview. Members Sophia Laforteza and Manon Bannerman are both on hiatus for health reasons. Bannerman has been on break since February, while Laforteza announced her hiatus the previous week to focus on her mental health. "We have nothing but so much love and support for Sophia and Manon," Raj told host Jimmy Fallon. "And it's beautiful to see how the EYEKONS give them so much support and also continue to support us as we're here."

The group described their new EP and current chapter as a period of growth. "Wild," Avanzini said when asked to describe the era. Raj added, "I'd say maturity. Growing up."

During the interview, the members recounted...