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Coachella Today
By the People, for the People
Katseye Performs at Coachella Without Member Manon
The K-pop group's entertainment company says Manon Bannerman remains on hiatus from the group's activities.
Apr. 18, 2026 at 4:31pm
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The dazzling textures of a K-pop group's stage costumes evoke the excitement and energy of their Coachella debut.Coachella TodayThe K-pop group Katseye performed at both weekends of the 2026 Coachella music festival, but one of their six members, Manon Bannerman, did not join them on stage. Bannerman was present at the festival during the second weekend, but the group's entertainment company HYBE said she remains on a temporary hiatus to focus on her health and wellbeing.
Why it matters
Katseye's Coachella performances were highly anticipated as a major milestone for the rising K-pop group, but Bannerman's absence raised questions about the status of her involvement with the group going forward. The situation highlights the challenges K-pop artists can face with managing their health and personal lives while meeting the demands of their careers.
The details
Bannerman was seen attending Coachella during the second weekend, watching a performance by Sabrina Carpenter. However, HYBE confirmed that she did not join Katseye for their Coachella sets, stating that she remains on hiatus. The company had previously announced Bannerman's temporary break in February to allow her to focus on her health and wellbeing.
- Katseye performed at Coachella during both weekends in April 2026.
- Bannerman was present at Coachella during the second weekend, but did not join the group's performance.
- HYBE announced Bannerman's hiatus from the group in February 2026.
The players
Katseye
A popular K-pop girl group under the HYBE entertainment company.
Manon Bannerman
A member of the K-pop group Katseye who is currently on a temporary hiatus from the group's activities.
HYBE
The entertainment company that manages the K-pop group Katseye.
What they’re saying
“'Manon remains on hiatus'”
— HYBE, Entertainment company
“'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.'”
— Manon Bannerman
What’s next
It remains unclear whether Manon Bannerman will ultimately return to performing with Katseye. The group and HYBE have said they are having 'positive conversations' about her future involvement.
The takeaway
Bannerman's absence from Katseye's highly anticipated Coachella performances highlights the challenges K-pop artists can face in balancing their careers with their personal health and wellbeing. The situation underscores the importance of supporting artists' needs for rest and recovery.
