Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran US tour after pro-Palestinian remarks
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American rapper Macklemore announced on Monday that he was dropped from Ed Sheeran’s US stadium tour after saying "Free Palestine" during a September 4 concert in New Jersey.
The Grammy winner’s removal follows pressure from venue owners, including New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, over his criticism of Israel’s actions in Gaza.
American billionaire Robert Kraft has confirmed that he pressured pop star Ed Sheeran to drop rapper Macklemore from his American tour.
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American rapper Macklemore announced on Monday that he was dropped from Ed Sheeran’s US stadium tour after saying "Free Palestine" during a September 4 concert in New Jersey.
The Grammy winner’s removal follows pressure from venue owners, including New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, over his criticism of Israel’s actions in Gaza.
American billionaire Robert Kraft has confirmed that he pressured pop star Ed Sheeran to drop rapper Macklemore from his American tour.