KATSEYE Releases Pinky Up Without Hiatus Member

KATSEYE, the global girl group formed through a Netflix docuseries, released their new single "Pinky Up" and its accompanying music video on April 9, 2026, marking the first major release without member Manon Bannerman, who remains on a health-related hiatus. The five active members—Sophia Laforteza, Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj, Megan Skiendiel, and Yoonchae Jeong—will perform the track at their Coachella debut on April 10 and 17 in Indio, California, on the main stage before headliner Sabrina Carpenter.

Bannerman, the 23-year-old Swiss-Ghanaian singer and group's eldest member, stepped back from activities on February 20, 2026, following discussions with the group and their label, HYBE x Geffen Records. In a joint statement, the label said, "After open and thoughtful conversations together, we are sharing that Manon will be taking a temporary hiatus from group activities to focus on her health and wellbeing. We fully support this decision." The group added that they would continue scheduled performances and looked forward to reuniting when appropriate.

Bannerman addressed fans directly on the Weverse platform that day, writing, "I'm healthy, I'm okay, and I'm taking care of...