
KATSEYE Manon has fuelled fresh exit fears among fans after reportedly unfollowing HYBE America executive Missy Paramo on Instagram, just months into her announced hiatus from the group's activities. The social media move, flagged by fans on X, Facebook, and Reddit, has intensified speculation that the Dream Academy alumna may not be returning to KATSEYE at all.
Manon Bannerman's hiatus was formally announced on 20 February 2026 by HYBE and Geffen, the joint labels behind the global girl group created through The Debut: Dream Academy. The statement framed her pause as a temporary break from activities rather than a departure, with no suggestion that her place in the group was under threat. Neither label has since issued a further update, leaving fans to monitor artist-staff interactions for any signal of what comes next.