US EditionEverything That’s Happened Since KATSEYE Announced Manon's Hiatus
Manon Bannerman, KATSEYE’s sole Black member, takes a break to prioritize mental health amid discussions on anti-Black bias in girl groups, supported by fans and artists.
- On Friday at 6:45 p.m. ET, HYBE and Geffen posted on KATSEYE’s Weverse that Manon Bannerman will take a temporary hiatus to focus on her health, while the group continues scheduled activities.
- Manon Bannerman, the group's sole Black member, said in a Feb. 17 interview that being called lazy as a Black girl is unfair and she feels pressured to work extra.
- Shortly after the announcement, Manon liked posts about racism affecting lone Black girl‑group members, then unliked some, and allegedly shared a Weverse DM saying 'I’m healthy, I’m okay, and I’m taking care of myself.'
- Fans have organized boycott campaigns with hashtags like #JusticeForManon while Rafael Avanzini, father of Katseye member Daniela, posted 'five is ok too' and wished Manon well; online sleuths feared the hiatus threatened the group's future.
- With Grammy attention and Coachella on the horizon, KATSEYE has two Billboard Hot 100 hits and a Grammy nomination, but observers note Hybe’s past member controversies raise risks for temporary hiatuses.
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All the Celebrities Who Have Supported Manon Following KATSEYE Hiatus Announcement
Last week (Feb. 20), KATSEYE sent shockwaves through the global music industry with the announcement that Manon, one of its buzziest members, would be taking a hiatus to “focus on her mental health and wellbeing.” Born in Switzerland, Manon (full name: Manon Bannerman) first gained notoriety through sharing fashion and lifestyle videos on TikTok and Instagram in 2021. Her departure has rocked KATSEYE’s fanbase, as well as the culture, largely …
Manon Bannerman is from Lucerne and is one of the most successful bands in the world: Katseye. Recently, the K-Pop band performed at the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, where she was nominated as Best New Artist and Best Pop Duo/Group. Yoonchae Jeung, Megan Skiendiel, Lara Raj, Manon Bannerman, Sophia Laforteza, and Daniela Avanzini from Katseye. Picture: keystoneA few days ago, her Swiss member Manon explained that she wanted to take a break – to…
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