Latest News About Why Did Manon Leave Katseye

Here’s a concise update based on recent coverage.

• Summary: Multiple outlets report that Manon Bannerman announced a temporary hiatus from KATSEYE to focus on her health and wellbeing, with HYBE/Geffen noting support for her decision and the group continuing activities with the other five members (Manon’s status remained described as on hiatus rather than a formal departure) [Cosmopolitan: Feb 22, 2026][E! News coverage via YouTube summaries: Feb 20, 2026][Hybe/Geffen statements via Weverse reports: Feb 20, 2026]. These pieces frame the hiatus as health-related and framed by the label as a temporary pause, not necessarily a permanent exit [Cosmopolitan: Feb 22, 2026][Hybe/Geffen/Weverse posts: Feb 20, 2026].

• Key signals fueling speculation: social-media bio changes and promotional absences generated discussion about her future with the group, but official statements emphasized support for her well-being and the group’s ongoing activities during her absence [Inquirer/Hybe comment: Apr 4, 2026][Inklusive coverage on bio updates: Apr 1, 2026]. Some articles reflect fan debate about whether the hiatus could become permanent, but there has not been a confirmed official departure announcement from HYBE or Geffen as of the latest reports [Cosmopolitan: Feb 22, 2026][INKL/Nylon/Entertainment outlets: Apr 2026].

• Current status: Manon remains publicly described as on hiatus rather than officially leaving the group; KATSEYE’s management and the remaining members have continued with scheduled activities and promotions during her absence, with renewed emphasis on her health and a potential return when she’s ready [E! News/Weverse reports: Feb 20, 2026][HYBE/Geffen statements: Feb 20, 2026].

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