Manon Bannerman Announces Temporary Health Hiatus On 21 February 2026 the 23‑year‑old Swiss vocalist Manon Bannerman publicly declared a short‑term break to focus on her wellbeing, emphasizing that she is “healthy” and “taking care of myself” on Katseye’s official WeVerse page [1]. The announcement came without a specified return date, signaling that the decision is driven by personal health considerations rather than professional disputes [1]. Bannerman’s statement reassured fans that the pause is temporary and that she trusts “the bigger picture.”

Katseye Commits to Fulfill Existing Engagements The six‑member ensemble confirmed it will honor all scheduled performances despite Bannerman’s absence, maintaining its tour itinerary and upcoming media appearances [1]. Management indicated that the group will reconvene when Bannerman feels ready, but no concrete timeline was provided [1]. This approach aims to preserve the momentum built since the band’s formation in 2023 via The Debut: Dream Academy.

Group’s Recent Grammy Performance Highlights Rising Profile Weeks before the health announcement, Katseye performed at the Los Angeles Grammy Awards, earning nominations for Best New Artist and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for the track “Gabriela” [1]. The Grammy exposure amplified the group’s international visibility and underscored its rapid ascent in the pop market [1]. Industry analysts linked the nominations to the band’s blend of multilingual vocals and contemporary production.

Members Describe Persistent Death Threat Environment Since its debut, Katseye has reported receiving “thousands of death threats,” a harassment level the members describe as “dystopian” and “very terrorising on the mind” [1]. Vocalist Lara Raj specifically noted feeling “women to rank,” reflecting gender‑based intimidation within the online abuse [1]. The threat climate remains a central concern for the group, influencing both public statements and internal security measures.