Katseye’s Manon Bannerman Announces Hiatus After Intense Year in the Spotlight

Published 02/20/2026, 8:56 PM CST

The world cannot stop spinning when Katseye steps on stage, and Manon Bannerman is no exception. Cameras flash, playlists loop, and brands fight for a moment in their spotlight. One-sixth of the global sensation, Bannerman, has been orbiting headlines, campaigns, and award stages like a comet with impeccable timing. 

As applause echoes from sold-out stages and denim campaigns reach viral heights, the question arises: what happens when the whirlwind takes a breath, and the spotlight flickers for one of its brightest stars?

Manon Bannerman hits pause after a year of nonstop Katseye madness

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Manon Bannerman announced a temporary break, explaining she wants to focus on her health and wellbeing, while Katseye emphasized support as the group powers on.

“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,” the X post read, emphasizing the group’s full support as they continue their busy schedule and upcoming performances.

Katseye’s impact went far beyond music, from their Better in Denim campaign with GAP, which hit 500 million views, to brand partnerships with Fendi and Coach. Appearances at the Grammys and global media coverage cemented the group’s cultural dominance.

Fans witnessed fashion statements turning into headlines, music videos into viral benchmarks, and each high-energy performance into a spectacle of style and sound that blurred the lines between brand ambassador and musical powerhouse.

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While denim campaigns broke the internet and red carpets bowed under their influence, Katseye’s music was quietly sneaking into award shows, proving style and talent are an inseparable power couple.

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Katseye’s music career skyrocketed alongside their fame, with 'Gnarly' landing on the Billboard Hot 100 and Grammy nods for Best New Artist and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance with 'Gabriela.' Their MTV VMA PUSH Performance of the Year win in 2025 solidified their reputation as one of the most dynamic acts in recent memory. 

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Katseye’s social media influence is legendary, earning accolades like Global Artist of the Year and rare Billboard Hot 100 triple-charting with 'Gabriela,' 'Internet Girl,' and 'Gnarly.' Their second EP, 'Beautiful Chaos,' debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard 200, and festival appearances from Lollapalooza South America to Coachella promised a summer of spectacle.

Even with Manon Bannerman taking a step back, global anticipation simmers as fans eagerly look forward to fashion ventures, live performances, and the next stage of Katseye’s meteoric rise.

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What are your thoughts on Manon Bannerman’s temporary hiatus and how Katseye will navigate the next chapter of their meteoric rise? Let us know in the comments.

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Shraddha Priyadarshi

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