KATSEYE's Megan Skiendiel is set to return to the stage in Austin on Tuesday, 10 November, even though she is still recovering from a concussion. The 20-year-old singer told fans she will perform with reduced choreography and take breaks as needed, following her doctors' advice.
The update has sparked concern among fans, many of whom feel she should rest until she has fully recovered. KATSEYE postponed three shows last week while Megan recovered, and the group's next date in Dallas falls just one night after Austin.
KATSEYE, the global girl group formed through HYBE and Geffen Records' 2023 competition series Dream Academy, are midway through their North American tour. Megan has not shared how she was injured.
What Megan Told Fans
In her latest message, Megan said she is 'feeling so much better' but is still taking precautions as she heals.
'For the Austin show, I'll be performing on a modified schedule. This means reduced choreography, less intense movement, and taking breaks as needed. I won't be going full out just yet!' she wrote.
She also explained the reason for the restrictions. 'My doctors have recommended these limitations for now and I'll need to be reassessed before returning to unrestricted performances,' she said.
Megan shares an update regarding her recent injury and thanks EYEKONS for their patience and support:
— KATSEYE News (@NewsKatseye) November 9, 2026
“Wanted to give you a little update and let you know that while I'm feeling so much better, I am still actively recovering from my concussion so I'll need to take some… pic.twitter.com/saaoFA8rZP
A Difficult Week on Tour
Her return follows a run of last-minute changes on the group's Wildworld Tour. KATSEYE postponed their Detroit show on 3 November about 30 minutes before they were due on stage, saying only that Megan was unwell.
Two days later, the group also postponed their Chicago and Minneapolis dates and confirmed that Megan was recovering from a concussion. In her own statement at the time, Megan said medical professionals had strongly advised her to take time off, adding: 'I am devastated to have to do this.'
The setback hit an already short-handed line-up. Sophia Laforteza is sitting out the rest of 2026 and is due back in January, while Manon Bannerman has been on hiatus since February. That has left Megan, Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj and Yoonchae to carry the North American leg.
Why Fans Are Concerned
Many replies to Megan's update offered support. 'concussions are no joke, take all the time you need megan,' one fan wrote.
Others questioned whether she should be on stage at all. 'how are they making her dance on stage when she's concussed,' read one of the most popular replies, with the fan urging her to sit out and heal. Another asked, 'Why can't they let her heal 100%?????' and suggested the other three members perform without her.
Why can’t they let her heal 100%????? Let the other 3 perform………..
— JUSTHERE (@JUSTHEREANDHER) November 9, 2026
Some fans also asked why the news came from Megan herself rather than the group's label. Megan's own message, however, says the limits were recommended by her doctors.
Not everyone agreed that sitting out was the simple answer. A few fans pointed out that the group already faces harsh criticism online whenever a member is missing, and argued the four would be judged either way.
Megan's update only covered Austin, and she has not said whether the same limits will apply in Dallas. For now, she appears focused on getting back to her fans, saying she is 'incredibly grateful for the opportunity to be there, even if I have to do things a little differently this time.'
