Ed Sheeran Says Decision to Drop Macklemore From Tour ‘Was Not Mine’: ‘I Have Spent This Week Trying to Build Bridges’
Ed Sheeran has addressed the backlash surrounding the removal of Macklemore from his tour, clarifying his stance on the conflict in Gaza and his approach to activism. In an Instagram post, Sheeran stated that his decision was not his own, but rather that of the venues and promoters involved. He expressed his disappointment over the cancellation of Macklemore's performances due to their "Free Palestine" demonstrations at two tour shows.
Sheeran spent the past week trying to reconcile with all parties involved, but unfortunately was unable to find a solution. Despite this, he continued to emphasize his respect for Macklemore's stance on the issue and his own personal views on the conflict.
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