The internet went into a panic recently after a viral post suggested that KATSEYE member Megan Skiendiel had left the group. Fans of the global girl group, known as EYEKONS, were worried about the future of the six-member act, especially since the group just dropped their new EP WILD. But the rumors are not true. Megan Skiendiel is still very much a part of KATSEYE.
The Viral Post That Caused Panic Among EYEKONS
A post started spreading quickly on social media platforms, causing confusion and concern. The post claimed that Megan Skiendiel was leaving KATSEYE. This came at a time when the group is already dealing with two other members on hiatus. Manon Bannerman stepped back in February 2026 to focus on her health and wellbeing. Then, Sophia Laforteza announced on August 7 that she would also be taking time away to prioritize her mental health.
With two members already taking a break, fans got worried when they saw Megan was missing from a fan signing event for the new EP WILD on August 17. This absence, combined with the viral post, led many to believe that the group was losing yet another member.
Why Megan Was Missing from Promo Events
Megan Skiendiel did not appear at the fan signing on August 17, but there is a simple reason. She took to WeVerse, a fan communication platform, to explain her absence. Megan told fans that she was “feeling a bit under the weather” and needed to take a day off to rest and take care of herself. She made it clear that she was just taking one day to recover and sent her love to the fans.
“Hey eyekons! I’m feeling a bit under the weather today so im going to take the day to take care of myself and rest just wanted to say hi and send my love see you guys soon!”
Megan was actively participating in all WILD promotions before that day. She performed with Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj, and Yoonchae Jeung at D23 on August 16. The group also performed ‘Gabriela’ on the ‘TODAY’ show in New York. Her absence from one event was only due to feeling sick, not because she left the group.
Megan’s Past Hiatus and Current Health
This is not the first time Megan has had to step back from group activities. In 2024, she took a temporary hiatus from KATSEYE due to a back injury. She opened up about that experience in the group’s documentary Wild Hearts. Megan shared that it was hard to watch the other members perform while she could not join them.
Recently, Megan has also spoken about her mental health journey. She told People magazine that therapy has been a real help for her. She said, “I’ve always struggled with mental health and everything in that essence”. Megan also talked about how her fellow KATSEYE members support her. “These girls never make me feel like I’m being too much,” she said.
While Megan has been open about her struggles, there is no official announcement that she plans to take a hiatus from the group. Her recent comments are about how she manages her mental health and how she supports her bandmates who are currently taking time away.
KATSEYE’s New EP ‘WILD’ and Group Activities
KATSEYE released their third EP, WILD, on August 14 through HYBE x Geffen Records. The EP includes the Billboard Hot 100 hits ‘PINKY UP’ and ‘Animal’. ‘Animal’ debuted at number 10 on the Billboard Global 200, giving the group their first top-10 entry on that chart.
The group has been promoting the EP as a four-member lineup. Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj, Megan Skiendiel, and Yoonchae Jeung are currently carrying out group activities. Manon Bannerman and Sophia Laforteza are on hiatus.
HYBE and Geffen Records have stated that they plan to reassess Sophia’s condition in September and will share further updates with fans at that time. For now, the four active members are continuing with promotions.
What the Viral Rumors Were Really About
The viral post that caused panic was not based on facts. Some of the rumors started from anonymous online posts suggesting that Megan and Lara Raj may have played a role in Manon’s hiatus. These claims have no verified evidence. The group’s label stated that Manon’s hiatus was due to health and wellbeing.
Fan reactions to the rumors have been divided. Some fans have accused Megan and Lara, while others have defended them and called the rumors baseless. Many fans have pointed out that believing anonymous claims without proof only creates unnecessary division.
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The Current Status of KATSEYE
Megan Skiendiel has not left KATSEYE. She is currently part of the active four-member lineup promoting the new EP WILD. The group is navigating a challenging time with two members on hiatus, but they continue to achieve success. They were nominated for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance and Best New Artist at this year’s Grammys. They are also nominated for Best K-Pop and Best Choreography at the 2026 MTV VMAs for ‘Pinky Up’.
Lara Raj spoke about the group’s support for their members on hiatus, saying, “As Katseye, it’s so important to us to always prioritize our well-being. We stand by Sophia and Manon through and through. We ride for them”.
Megan Skiendiel remains a key part of KATSEYE. The rumors of her leaving were just that—rumors. She took one day off to rest when she was not feeling well, and she is back to promoting the group’s new music with her bandmates.
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