Things have gotten out of hand.
Koreaboo
1 hour ago
Recently, KATSEYE has been a hot topic following Manon‘s hiatus from the group.
KATSEYE’s Manon Goes On Hiatus, Puts Out Statement Contradicting Her Label
Since the announcement, Manon was found liking a post about a black girl being discriminated against by her label, fueling more speculation about her hiatus.
Her rumored boyfriend was also seen reposting an article about black girl group members being mistreated.
KATSEYE Manon’s Alleged Boyfriend’s Post About The Idol Sparks Major Speculations Amid Hiatus Controversy
Big name brands and award shows were also seen supporting Manon.
We love and support you forever Manon ♥️ pic.twitter.com/vigQbp6UXg
— Cosmopolitan (@Cosmopolitan) February 24, 2026
GRAMMYS??? manon the industry darling you areee pic.twitter.com/RsFA4zOOJm
— big ceo (@korysverse) February 25, 2026
COMMENTARY: Manon’s Katseye Hiatus — Black Girl Group Members Deserve Better Than This. https://t.co/7HuAYAxTqC pic.twitter.com/DxZCHwizo8
— Rolling Stone (@RollingStone) February 25, 2026
Not long after, many top female celebrities began following Manon on social media.
Halle Bailey and KATSEYE’s Manon have followed each other on Instagram. pic.twitter.com/A1yh7poiv3
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) February 24, 2026
Leigh-Anne shows love to KATSEYE’s Manon following hiatus announcement and mutual follow:
“We need to protect each other ❤️” pic.twitter.com/igiiGZIgvU
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) February 23, 2026
Ayra Starr and KATSEYE’s Manon have followed each other on Instagram. pic.twitter.com/JwDLOBsExK
— St Ayra #WhosDatGirl (@multistanloops) February 24, 2026
Kehlani and KATSEYE’s Manon have followed each other on Instagram. pic.twitter.com/R5FAUspjiQ
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) February 24, 2026
Netizens felt that HYBE put this on themselves and called them out for it.
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- “But we don’t even know what kind of discrimination she faced…there’s no substance.”
- “This is a huge hit for the group…is HYBE going to put more effort into their four-member American girl group?”
- “They put this on themselves.”
- “So stupid.”
- “HYBE is in the wrong.”
Meanwhile, Daniela‘s father was recently criticized for being racist towards another member.
KATSEYE Daniela’s Father Reportedly Accused Of Being Racist Towards Yoonchae