Ed Sheeran's Tour Faces Fallout Over Macklemore's Pro-Palestinian Remarks

6:31Start hereMacklemore was removed from Ed Sheeran's tour after stating 'Free Palestine' on stage, prompting backlash from pro-Israel groups.Philip DeFranco2026-09-14

Ed Sheeran's band quit his tour after Macklemore was removed for his pro-Palestinian stance — per Timcast IRL.

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22:33Ed Sheeran's entire touring band and all opening acts withdrew from the tour in solidarity with Macklemore after he was removed due to his pro-Palestinian remarks.Timcast IRLThe Jimmy Dore ShowEd Sheeran removed Macklemore from his tour after pressure from stadium owners, including Robert Kraft, who threatened to block Sheeran's performances if Macklemore continued to advocate for Palestine.6:33

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6:31Macklemore was removed from Ed Sheeran's tour after stating 'Free Palestine' on stage, prompting backlash from pro-Israel groups.Philip DeFrancoTimcastMacklemore's comments on Palestine led to his removal from Ed Sheeran's tour, with Robert Kraft and other venue owners expressing concerns over anti-Semitic rhetoric.11:27

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