Manon Has Removed Katseye from Her Instagram Bio
Yahoo • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Manon Bannerman, a member of the girl group Katseye, has removed the group's mention from her Instagram bio and announced a "temporary hiatus," thanking fans for their support and confirming ongoing positive discussions with her record labels HYBE and Geffen Records.
- Bannerman's absence from Katseye's recent teaser for their new song "Pinky Up" has fueled speculation about the nature of her hiatus, which was initially attributed to focusing on her health and wellbeing.
- Fans and observers have expressed concerns about potential mistreatment of Bannerman, the group's only Black member, suggesting an unsettling pattern of sidelining Black artists within the music industry.
- Supporters have highlighted Bannerman's previous exclusion from key group activities and promotions, sparking conversations about representation and diversity in girl groups.
- Despite the controversy, Bannerman has emphasized her health and trust in the bigger picture, indicating that her hiatus is not necessarily permanent.
