Global girl group Katseye have received 'thousands' of death threats
The band, nominated for best new act at the Grammys, discuss the "jarring" hatred they've received.
www.bbc.co.ukHere’s a quick update on Katseye members based on the latest publicly reported coverage:
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Manon: Reported to be on a temporary hiatus from group activities to focus on health and wellbeing. The group stated they will continue scheduled activities during this time [ELLE: "What to Know About the Members of Pop Group Katseye" (2026-04-02)]. Manon herself posted a message to fans saying she’s healthy and taking care of herself, thanking supporters [ELLE article excerpt]. This hiatus appears to be official but non-permanent, with the group indicating they will reunite when the time is right [ELLE article excerpt].
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Lara Raj: Has spoken publicly about facing death threats and racist harassment; she described the intensity of abuse and the emotional impact it has on her, including threats directed at her and her family [BBC/Yahoo coverage (2025–2026)]. She has remained active with the group and has emphasized the group’s goal to make a genuine cultural impact and represent diverse identities [BBC, Yahoo excerpts].
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Other members (as context): Katseye is described as a six-member group with members from multiple countries, including the Philippines, Korea, and the United States, and they’ve discussed continuing activities despite challenges, with live debuts and UK/US engagements noted in late 2025 and early 2026 press coverage [various sources including BBC and music-news outlets]. The group has been nominated for Best New Artist at the Grammys in 2026, reflecting ongoing visibility [BBC coverage and industry reporting].
Illustration of current status:
- Active activities: Ongoing group engagements and releases scheduled around the hiatus of Manon, per official statements.
- Member focus: Lara Raj has been vocal about safety concerns and public backlash, highlighting the risks artists can face online.
If you’d like, I can assemble a concise one-paragraph summary or pull specific quotes from the recent articles to cite directly. I can also look for any updates on Manon’s hiatus status or new releases from Katseye in the coming weeks. Would you like me to do that?