KATSEYE sent fans into a state of shock with news that founding member Manon Bannerman will be taking a break from the group.
The sudden announcement cited the singer’s need to take care of her mental health and, as a result, the hiatus was a necessity.
Now, Manon is speaking up and out:
Full story below…
In a statement shared on Weverse, she wrote:
“Hi friends 🤍. I want you to hear this from me, I’m healthy, I’m okay, and I’m taking care of myself. Thank u for checking in! Sometimes things unfold in ways we don’t fully control, but I’m trusting the bigger picture. Thank you for standing by me. I love you endlessly and can’t wait to see you again.”
Her words follow the initial statement, which reads:
“After open and thoughtful conversations together, we are sharing that Manon will be taking a temporary hiatus from group activities to focus on her health and wellbeing.
We fully support this decision. 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.
Thank you to our EYEKONS for your continued love, patience, and understanding.”
KATSEYE rose to prominence after being put together on the hit Netflix show ‘Pop Star Academy,’ in which Manon’s narrative played a central role.
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SHOCKED?! Who?! We all knew this was coming since the making of the band! lol
Not a surprise. She was never in it for the music. Just for the fame. Separating herself from the group and hanging around with celebs.. She’s beautiful, but she has no talent..
Kind of reminds me of when that black chick from that group GRL created by Robin Antin and that time when she took a leave of absence due to mental health and then months later she committed s******. Fame and fortune ain’t everything sadly. Hope shes ok…I really liked them.