Macklemore defends Palestine support after being removed from Ed Sheeran's tour
Macklemore has defended his support for Palestine after being removed from the remaining US dates of Ed Sheeran’s Loop Tour. The promoter said venues objected to his inclusion, while the rapper alleged that Robert Kraft pressured Sheeran to remove him.
Rapper Macklemore has been removed from the remaining dates of Ed Sheeran's US tour following controversy over his comments in support of Palestine during a concert in New Jersey. Macklemore, whose real name is Benjamin Haggerty, made the remarks while performing at MetLife Stadium, which led to venues hosting upcoming dates refusing to allow him on the line-up.
The promoter of Sheeran's US leg, Messina Touring Group, confirmed the cancellation of the remaining support dates, affecting hundreds of thousands of fans. In an Instagram post, Macklemore addressed the situation, stating that he, Sheeran, and Pink should not be viewed as victims of the controversy. Instead, he emphasized the plight of the Palestinian people who have been affected by the conflict.
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