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Ed Sheeran’s shows at Robert Kraft’s Gillette Stadium cancelled due to bad weather

Ed Sheeran’s concerts at Gillette Stadium in Massachusetts have been cancelled due to severe weather warnings, the latest blow to a tour that has been surrounded by controversy since opener Macklemore was dropped for his pro-Palestinian comments on stage.

Ed Sheeran’s shows at Robert Kraft’s Gillette Stadium cancelled due to bad weather

Ed Sheeran's concerts at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts were cancelled due to severe weather warnings. The stadium belongs to pro-Israel billionaire Robert Kraft, who had previously pushed for Macklemore's removal from the tour due to his pro-Palestinian remarks. The decision to cancel the shows was made with the safety of fans, staff, and everyone involved as the top priority.

Tickets purchased through Ticketmaster would be automatically refunded, while refunds for other purchase points are currently available. Ed Sheeran's American tour has been overshadowed by backlash for dropping his pro-Palestinian support act, Macklemore.

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