KATSEYE fans worried about Megan Skiendiel’s health after the singer returned to the stage following a concussion. The 20-year-old performed seated and wore dark sunglasses in Austin, while two bandmates remained on hiatus.
The group resumed its Wildworld Tour on November 10 at the Moody Center, despite postponing three earlier shows. Although Megan joined the vocals, her limited movement sparked fresh questions about whether the tour should continue.
Megan performs seated in Austin while two bandmates remain absent
According to The Independent, Megan sat on a stool as Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj and Yoonchae Jeung handled the choreography. She waved to fans and told the crowd, “I’m so excited to be back on this stage. Thank you guys so much for showing me so much support. I’m feeling so much better.”
However, Megan had already told fans on Weverse that she remained “actively recovering.” She planned “reduced choreography” and breaks as needed. Medical professionals had strongly advised her to rest after the concussion. Her dark glasses reportedly helped with light sensitivity, a common concussion symptom.
Nevertheless, clips from the concert triggered alarm online. “LET THESE WOMEN REST. Megan should be home resting, not on stage,” one X user wrote. Another fan exclaimed, “SOMEONE CALL A LABOR LAWYER FOR MEGAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!” A third user wrote, “This is really awful tbh, like this company is genuinely abusive af also at this point WHY even have her come. she needs to rest.?” Some fans even urged the group to cancel the tour.
The setbacks extended beyond Megan’s injury. Manon Bannerman began a temporary hiatus in February to focus on her well-being. Meanwhile, Sophia Laforteza stepped away in August for mental health support and extended rest. She was expected to return in January 2027, while Manon’s timeline remained unknown.
The trio had also requested permission to perform without Megan. However, circumstances and commitments prevented that arrangement. “We have tried everything to make a 3-member show happen,” Daniela, Lara and Yoonchae explained.
Formed through HYBE and Geffen Records’ 2023 Dream Academy competition, KATSEYE debuted in 2024. The group appeared on Netflix’s Pop Star Academy: KATSEYE and released songs including “Gnarly,” “Gabriela,” and “Pinky Up.” Its tour began September 1 and was scheduled to end March 6, 2027.
