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KATSEYE Manon Scandal: Did Singer’s Past 'Habits’ Cause Her Absence? Viral Claims Explode Online
KATSEYE Manon Controversy: KATSEYE's Manon Bannerman has recently been in the spotlight following the group's announcement of a brief hiatus. Back in February, KATSEYE's official Weverse account shared that Manon would be taking time off to focus on her "health and wellbeing." The statement, however, did not clarify when she would return, only mentioning she would be back "when the time is right."
Since then, fans have speculated whether her break might hint at a possible departure from the group. The rumors intensified when Manon removed "KATSEYE" from her Instagram bio, sparking widespread discussions online.
Manon Removed KATSEYE From Her Instagram Bio: Singer Issues Statement On 'Positive' Discussions
After announcing her break from group activities, Manon Bannerman's absence from KATSEYE's April 2 release of Pinky Up fueled fan speculation about her leaving the group.
The situation escalated when she removed "KATSEYE" from her Instagram bio, leaving fans and the fandom in shock and worry.
To ease concerns, Manon shared a statement on Weverse, hinting at ongoing dialogue with the agency HXG (HYBE x Geffen Records). She wrote -
"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. 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."
Did Manon's Past 'Habits' Cause Her Absence In KATSEYE? Viral Rumors Heat Up
As speculation around Manon's hiatus continues, some fans suggest her absence might follow a pattern dating back to her pre-debut days.
The discussion has reignited memories of The Debut: Dream Academy, where Manon first gained public attention. Back then, besides all the praise for her striking looks, she'd also faced scrutiny for inconsistent training attendance.
The user wrote on X, "I'll tell you a secret: Manon didn't leave the group because the company mistreated her. In fact, the company protected her a lot. She had already missed several group activities and training, and the other members had to perform without her because of her irresponsibility + (sic)".
At the time, her absences were officially linked to COVID-19 restrictions and travel between Switzerland and the U.S., but some observers interpreted her limited participation as a sign of low commitment, even calling it a "bad attitude."
These past controversies have resurfaced online, fueling debate over whether they play a role in her current break from KATSEYE.
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