# Manon Bannerman Breaks Silence: "I'm Happy and Healthy" Amid KATSEYE Hiatus Buzz **Imagine scrolling through Instagram only to spot your favorite K-pop idol scrubbing her group from her bio—what would you think?** That's exactly what happened when KATSEYE's Manon Bannerman removed all mentions of the group from her profile, sparking fan frenzy just after the teaser for their new single "Pinky Up" dropped without her.[1][2] Fans' hearts skipped a beat on April 3 when screenshots flooded social media, questioning if Manon was leaving the six-member HYBE x Geffen girl group for good. This came hot on the heels of the "Pinky Up" announcement on April 2, featuring only Sophia, Daniela, Lara, Megan, and Yoonchae in the clip—set for release on April 9 ahead of their Coachella performance.[1][2] Adding fuel to the fire, Manon has been on a temporary hiatus since February 20, when the agency stated she was stepping back to prioritize her health and well-being, promising the members would reunite "when the time is right."[1][2] But hold onto your lightsticks—Manon addressed the chaos directly on Weverse with a heartfelt update. "Thank you so much for all the love and support you've been sending my way. I'm really grateful for the patience and kindness everyone has shown during this time," she wrote. She reassured fans she's still in touch with HYBE x Geffen (HxG), saying, "HxG and I are having positive conversations and I feel supported. I'm happy and I'm healthy. I'll share more soon. Thank you for always being there for me."[1][2] No permanent exit here—just a star focusing on herself while the group keeps shining, as they've done at festivals like Lollapalooza in Brazil and Chile as a quintet.[2] KATSEYE, born from the 2023 survival show "The Debut: Dream Academy," has captivated global audiences with bops like "Gabriella," "Gameboy," and "Gnarly." Manon's Grammy-nominated talent has been a cornerstone, making her update a sigh of relief for EYEKONS everywhere.[1][2]
Vibrant K-pop stage energy, much like KATSEYE's unstoppable vibe. (Free stock image via Unsplash)
Citations
1.https://entertainment.inquirer.net/661707/manon-removes-katseye-from-her-ig-bio-after-group-teases-5-member-song-release
2.https://www.cosmopolitan.com/entertainment/music/a70921275/manon-bannerman-update-hiatus-katseye-instagram-bio/
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