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\t\t<\/p>\n KATSEYE<\/strong><\/a> is performing on the Sahara stage at 2026 Coachella<\/strong><\/em>, marking a major event for the group, but sadly Manon Bannerman<\/strong><\/a> is not there.<\/p>\n Fans immediately took notice that she wasn\u2019t with her band mates Lara<\/strong>, Yoonchaej<\/strong>, Daniela Avanzini<\/strong>, Sophia Laforteza<\/strong>, and Megan Skiendiel<\/strong> onstage as they performed on Friday night (April 1) as part of day 1 of weekend 1 ahead of Sabrina Carpenter<\/strong>\u2018s headliner performance.<\/p>\n While Manon<\/strong> previously announced she was taking a \u201ctemporary hiatus\u201d from the group, many thought she might do one more performance at Coachella since it\u2019s such a significant debut event.<\/p>\n Keep reading to find out more\u2026<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n In February, the group shared the following statement<\/a>, revealing that Manon<\/strong> would be taking time off for her \u201chealth and wellbeing.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cAfter open and thoughtful conversations together, we are sharing that Manon<\/strong> will be taking a temporary hiatus from group activities to focus on her health and wellbeing. 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. Thank you to our EYEKONS for your continued love, patience, and understanding,\u201d said the statement.<\/p>\n The girls also opened up more about her departure as they answered questions not long after Manon<\/strong>\u2018s hiatus announcement with her offering several quotes about managing toxic feedback, what it takes to be in the girl group, and more<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/span><\/p><\/div>\n