KATSEYE Perform ‘Animal’ on ‘The Tonight Show,’ Send Love to Sophia & Manon Amid Hiatuses

Published: Thursday 13th Aug 2026 by Khethang Nteso
KATSEYE Perform 'Animal' on 'The Tonight Show,' Send Love to Sophia & Manon Amid Hiatuses

KATSEYE brought their burgeoning ‘WILD’ era to ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon’ with a fiery performance of their latest single ‘Animal.’

Beyond taking to the stage, the global girl group opened up about their evolving sound, viral success, and notably sent love to absent members Sophia Laforteza and Manon Bannerman, who are both currently on hiatus.

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Performing as a four-piece, Daniela, Lara, Megan, and Yoonchae delivered a high-octane showing of ‘Animal,’ the Ed Sheeran co-written cut lifted from forthcoming EP ‘WILD.’

The project arrives in a matter of hours (August 14):

During their sit-down with Fallon, the ladies unpacked the creative direction of the new chapter, with Lara describing it as reflective of “maturity” and “growing up.”

They also detailed how their link-up with Sheeran came to fruition. After becoming a fan of the group, the British hitmaker connected with them and ultimately helped pen ‘Animal.’

The conversation also revisited KATSEYE’s viral Gap campaign and the choreography that has become an integral part of their connection with fans.

Still, one of the appearance’s more heartfelt moments came when the group addressed Sophia and Manon’s respective hiatuses.

The members made clear that their support remains unwavering, while also acknowledging the love the pair continue to receive from Eyekons.

“They have nothing but so much love and support for Sophia and Manon. It’s beautiful to see how the Eyekons give them so much support and also continue to support us as we’re here.”

The appearance arrives just weeks before KATSEYE launch their sold-out ‘WILDWORLD Tour’, which kicks off in Dublin on September 1 before making its way across Europe and North America.

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