Katseye’s Manon Announces Temporary Break from the Group
Katseye, the rising global girl group, has announced that member Manon Bannerman will take a temporary break to prioritize her health and wellbeing. This decision comes after discussions among the group, emphasizing their collective support for her choice.
Statement from Katseye
The group released a statement confirming Bannerman’s hiatus. They expressed their commitment to each other and their fans, stating, “After open and thoughtful conversations together, we are sharing that Manon will be taking a temporary hiatus from group activities.” The group reassured fans that their activities will continue during this period.
About Katseye
Katseye includes members Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj, Megan Skiendiel, Sophia Laforteza, and Yoonchae Jeung. They gained fame as K-pop trainees in the 2023 reality competition series “Dream Academy.” Their breakout moment came with the Netflix docuseries titled “Popstar Academy: Katseye” and their debut single, “Debut.”
Musical Achievements
- Katseye released two EPs: “SIS (Soft Is Strong)” in 2024 and “Beautiful Chaos” in the previous year.
- Their song “Gnarly,” co-written by Alice Longyu Gao, marked their first entry on the Billboard Hot 100.
- Following “Gnarly,” they released singles including “Gabriela,” “Gameboy,” and “Internet Girl,” the latter debuting at No. 29.
- Katseye performed “Gnarly” at the recent Grammy Awards and was nominated for Best New Artist.
- “Gabriela” also received a nomination for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance.
Katseye remains dedicated to their fans and looks forward to reuniting with Manon when the time is right. Their continued success and musical journey reflect their commitment to excellence in the K-pop industry.
