Ed Sheeran Says Dropping Macklemore From Tour Was ‘Promoter’s Decision, Not Mine,’ Explains Why He’s Not Speaking Out on Israel and Palestine
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Pop star Ed Sheeran has clarified that the removal of rapper Macklemore from his U.S. tour was made by tour promoters, not by him. Macklemore had previously been dropped as an opening act following forceful 'free Palestine' statements and political speeches made on stage during performances on the tour.
In a statement shared on Instagram, Sheeran addressed both the tour decision and his own silence on the Israel-Palestine conflict. He stated that he is not complicit and emphasized that choosing not to speak publicly does not mean he lacks personal views on the devastating conflict or that he does not care about the situation.
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BBC World (GB)Focuses on tour promoters' role after pro-Palestinian stage statements.
The Hollywood Reporter (US)Highlights Sheeran's personal defense regarding complicity and the Israel-Palestine conflict.
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