{
  "id": 8186904,
  "title": "Celebrity wrap | Macklemore out, Pearl Thusi vs SARS and Jesse Clegg's emotional rendition",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/18/celebrity-wrap-macklemore-out-pearl-thusi-vs-sars-and-jesse-cleggs",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-18T06:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IOL",
    "slug": "iol",
    "url": "https://iol.co.za/entertainment/celebrity-news/2026-09-18-celebrity-wrap--macklemore-out-pearl-thusi-vs-sars-and-jesse-cleggs-emotional-rendition/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Macklemore was removed from the remaining dates of Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour due to his pro-Palestine comments during US performances. Several other artists also withdrew in solidarity. Pearl Thusi rejected claims she owes SARS nearly R15 million in taxes, stating the figure is incorrect. Jesse Clegg moved fans with an emotional rendition of the South African national anthem before a Springboks match in Baltimore, paying tribute to his late father. Singer Cici Thwala announced she is expecting her second child, garnering praise from fans. Hayden Panettiere's death was reportedly due to an oxycodone pill laced with fentanyl, though the investigation is ongoing. Bonang Matheba criticized Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie for focusing on JAY-Z's 30th-anniversary celebration instead of supporting local South African talent.",
  "summary": "Another week, another round of celebrity chaos! From Macklemore's departure from Ed Sheeran's tour to emotional tributes, we’ve got all the juicy details. Plus, baby news for Cici Thwala and tragic updates from Hollywood. Dive into this week's scandalous moments and heartfelt performances",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}