Manon has been dominating the news with his rumored departure from KATSEYE. Earlier this year, the girl group’s agency, HxG, released the statement on Weverse informing fans about Manon Bannerman’s ‘temporary’ break from the band.As per HxG notice, the female idol announced her hiatus to take care of her health and wellbeing. The HxG notification read:“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 notice further revealed that the group’s scheduled activities will proceed as planned.“We fully support this decision. KATSEYE remains committed to showing up for one another and for the fans who mean everything to us. The group will continue scheduled activities during this time, and we look forward to being together again when the time is right.”The notice lastly read:“Thank you to our EYEKONS for your continued love, patience, and understanding.”Although rumors say Manon left the group, The Korean Herald recently reported she will join the girl group for their Coachella performance. The of Manon joining KATSEYE for the music festival has been confirmed by the girl group’s agency.Manon removed KATSEYE from her Instagram bioManon Bannerman sparked rumors of her departure from the girl group after she removed KATSEYE from her Instagram bio.The singer in another statement shared an update on the matter. She said thank you to her fans for their support. She also added that she is in talks with the agency about the future plans.“Thank you so much for all the love and support you've been sending my way. I'm really grateful for the patience and kindness everyone has shown during this time. HxG and I are having positive conversations and I feel supported. I'm happy and I'm healthy. I'll share more soon. Thank you for always being there for me.”Manon said that she will be sharing more updates soon.As of this writing, the band is left with five idols, namely Daniela, Lara, Sophia, Megan, and Yoonchae.Also read: “Coachella was just the appetizer”: Netizens buzz as BLACKPINK's Lisa ‘Viva La Lisa’ sets new milestone as first K-Pop star with Las Vegas Residency