KATSEYE's Manon Bannerman Takes Health Hiatus

KATSEYE, the global girl group formed through a 2023 reality competition, announced on February 20 that member Manon Bannerman will take a temporary hiatus from group activities to prioritize her health and wellbeing.

The decision, shared via the group's fan community on Weverse and social media platforms, followed open discussions among the members. "We fully support this decision," the statement read. "KATSEYE remains committed to showing up for one another and for the fans who mean everything to us. The group will continue scheduled activities during this time, and we look forward to being together again when the time is right." The message, signed by labels HYBE and Geffen Records, also thanked fans, known as EYEKONS, for their "continued love, patience, and understanding."

Bannerman, 23 and Swiss-born, joined KATSEYE as one of six members alongside Yoonchae Jeung, Lara Raj, Daniela Avanzini, Sophia Laforteza, and Megan Skiendiel. The group emerged from the Netflix series "The Debut: Dream Academy," later documented in "Popstar Academy: KATSEYE." They debuted with the single "Debut" in June 2024, followed by the hit "Touch." Their discography includes two EPs: "SIS (Soft Is...