She was seen with her non-celebrity best friend.
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KATSEYE star Manon has been seen in public for the first time since announcing her temporary hiatus from group activities, and the sighting is already fueling debate.
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On February 21, fans spotted Manon at a concert in Los Angeles where Rio Amor was performing. She appeared to be attending the show with her non-celebrity best friend, Sophie.
manon was seen at a concert with sophie 🥹 thank god for sophie pic.twitter.com/XpsAMwH4x1
— M 🧚🏽 (@manonloops) February 22, 2026
The sighting comes shortly after HYBE x Geffen stated through Weverse that Manon would be taking a temporary break to focus on her health and wellbeing. However, her own message to fans left room for interpretation, leading many to question whether the hiatus was entirely her decision.
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Tensions within the fandom have already been high, especially after days of drama involving not only Manon and fellow members, but also Daniela‘s dad.
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Many reacted positively to Manon’s sighting. They expressed relief that Manon seemed to be spending time with someone close to her and said they were glad she was not alone during a difficult period.
Honestly I don’t even know how they become friends but I strongly believe Sophie is Manon soulmate https://t.co/9536XBABYd
— essy 💛🇬🇭 (@rmbpink) February 23, 2026
my poor girl 🥺 she’s not even smiling as much as she used to
— elle🎀 (@elles3i) February 22, 2026
Thank you Sophie and thank you to everyone who truly love Manon.
My heart breaks for her, I didn’t think this was gonna hurt this much. Thinking about everything she’s facing n what she faced. But it does hurt and as a black girl myself, I cannot imagine anyone going through that
— Tee (@_katseyekons_) February 22, 2026
At the same time, others pointed to the outing as supposed “proof” that the health-related hiatus may not be what it seems. These fans argue that if she is well enough to attend a concert, the company’s explanation does not fully add up.
This just proves that the company is forcing her out. They said she is sick and it’s a health hiatus,however she said she isn’t sick…..and this definitely proves to some of the weirdos in this fandom that it’s not good to be a company stan,caz all that company does is lie and… https://t.co/37UliDMESE
— Meret Manon Team (@Manon_Team) February 22, 2026
Another evidence that it’s a forced hiatus on her by that fuckass company, anyone doubting at this point needs a whooping
— Angie💋 (@larry_sand98569) February 22, 2026
With no further clarification from the company or Manon herself, the debate shows no signs of slowing down.