Major Publication Reportedly Confirms Manon’s Departure From KATSEYE
The K-Pop world is abuzz with intense speculation as a major publication has supposedly confirmed Manon‘s departure from KATSEYE. This news has sent shockwaves through the fandom, leaving many to wonder about the future of the highly anticipated global group.
On August 4, VARIETY released its highly anticipated “Young Hollywood Impact Report 2026,” a definitive list naming the most influential young artists in entertainment ages 18 to 28 this year. The prestigious list featured multiple HYBE artists, underscoring their global impact, including CORTIS, LE SSERAFIM‘s Yunjin, and the newly formed global girl group KATSEYE.
VARIETY Report Hints at Five-Member Lineup
While fans were initially thrilled to see KATSEYE recognized among such prominent names, a closer look at their feature within the report quickly sparked concern and widespread discussion. The section dedicated to talking about KATSEYE’s achievements notably featured only the five active members’ pictures. This visual omission immediately raised eyebrows among eagle-eyed fans, who were quick to notice the absence of Manon.
This visual cue was then seemingly cemented by the accompanying text. The description itself started off with what looked like a firm confirmation of Manon’s departure, cementing the implications that had already been drawn from the photographs. The article’s phrasing strongly suggested that Manon was no longer an active member of the group, turning fan speculation into what appeared to be an official announcement from a reputable source.
Fans Express Skepticism Over Report’s Accuracy
Despite the departure of member Manon Bannerman in February, Katseye has soldiered on as one of the premier girl groups in contemporary pop music.
— Variety
However, the K-Pop community is known for its investigative spirit and dedication, and some fans remain skeptical of the publication’s word. These devoted followers swiftly pointed out a crucial detail: in the very same article, VARIETY falsely implied that Manon was not part of KATSEYE when the group was nominated for the Grammy Awards. This factual inaccuracy regarding such a significant event has led many to raise serious questions about the overall validity and reliability of VARIETY’s report concerning Manon’s status. The discrepancy has fueled a heated debate, with many fans urging caution before accepting the news as definitive.
Why is Variety writing this as if the Grammy nomination and performance had nothing to do with Manon? We’re tired of seeing them try to erase her. https://t.co/G1CZ1hBcWO pic.twitter.com/FjcTnnTRgM
— Ami 🪐 (@manonvisual) August 4, 2026
VARIETY released an article mentioning that MANON has departed the group.
However they chose to make it obvious they are on Hybe X Geffen payroll by excluding Manon when mentioning the group’s Grammy’s performance,which she was actually apart of. pic.twitter.com/IXrkuucefa
— Manon PopBase (@manon_archive) August 4, 2026
referring to them as a group of five ‘quintet’ during their Grammy nomination/ performance era as if manon wasn’t also a part of it.. everyone can go to hell https://t.co/pLrT2YpvKT
— tee⋆𐙚˚⊹♡ (@katzmanzanita) August 4, 2026
Adding another layer to this unfolding story, the KATSEYE members themselves also directly addressed Manon’s status during a recent fan interaction. Their statements during this engagement are now being scrutinized by fans, hoping to find clarity amidst the conflicting reports and the latest publication’s claims.
The situation remains fluid, with fans eagerly awaiting an official statement from HYBE or Geffen Records to put an end to the ongoing speculation and provide definitive answers about Manon’s future with KATSEYE. The K-Pop community remains hopeful for a clear resolution soon.
