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93 articles about 21 events for “Ed Sheeran Gaza Controversy” in Entertainment.
“Sheeran addressed the controversy during his concert in Philadelphia on Saturday, saying what was happening in Gaza was “catastrophic and unjustifiable”.”
“Charlotte Church slams Ed Sheeran over Macklemore Gaza controversy Church told the crowd that Sheeran had made millions and had “an enormous following” and “an enormous platform to do real good in the world”.”
“Sheeran – who insists the decision to drop Macklemore was made by his promoter, not by himself – told fans in Philadelphia he had 'found out who his friends are', adding: 'I cannot hide how I feel... any more.' Nadiya Hussain appears to have backed claims…”
“Macklemore, who was an opener on Sheeran’s tour, sparked controversy in September when he told an audience he wanted people in Gaza and the West Bank to know they had not been forgotten amid the conflict with Israel.”
“Ed Sheeran’s shows at Robert Kraft’s Gillette Stadium cancelled due to bad weather Cancellations are latest blow to Sheeran's tour Ed Sheeran’s concerts at Gillette Stadium in Massachusetts have been cancelled due to severe weather warnings, the latest blow…”
“Ed Sheeran’s two US concerts this weekend have been cancelled in a further blow to the embattled artist.”
“Ed Sheeran’s tour of the United States has been dealt another setback, with shows scheduled to take place in the stadium owned by pro-Israel billionaire Robert Kraft cancelled due to bad weather.”
“The clothing choice is a clear shot at Gillette Stadium owner Robert Kraft, who banned Macklemore from performing at the venue due to the rapper’s “Free Palestine” comments while opening up for Ed Sheeran’s Loop tour.”
“T-shirt during his concert at Gillette Stadium near Boston on Friday night, weeks after stadium’s owner Robert Kraft was accused of pressuring Ed Sheeran to drop his opening act over pro-Palestinian remarks.”
“The controversy comes amid the fallout surrounding Macklemore, who was dropped from the remaining U.S. dates of Ed Sheeran's tour after his politically charged performance at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.”
“US rapper Macklemore has announced a European tour named Free Palestine after being dropped from Ed Sheeran’s Loop tour.”
“As Ed Sheeran continues his Loop tour, read on to learn about what led to the controversy surrounding it and the ensuing fallout.”
“Sheeran takes to social media to explain his perspective, confirming that Kraft and other venue owners said they'd "pull the shows" if Macklemore stayed on. - Video How Macklemore's 'Free Palestine' stance derailed Ed Sheeran's entire tour Ed Sheeran…”
“Actor Javier Bardem has stepped into the middle of the controversy surrounding Pink, Macklemore and the Israel-Gaza conflict — and is now taking heat for it.”
“Actor Javier Bardem has stepped into the middle of the controversy surrounding Pink, Macklemore and the Israel-Gaza conflict — and is now taking heat for it.”
“In the past several weeks, the subject has upended mainstream popular culture, with battle lines being drawn over a stadium concert tour by pop icon Ed Sheeran.”
“Dave Kelly, group program director at Bay Broadcasting, which runs Classic Hits Radio, told The Independent the decision “has been carefully considered” and “is not intended as a personal judgment on Ed Sheeran.””
“Ed Sheeran continues to deal with the backlash surrounding Macklemore's removal from the singer’s U.S. tour.”
“Dave Kelly, group programme director at Bay Broadcasting, which runs the station, said: “Our decision to remove Ed Sheeran’s music from the Classic Hits Radio playlist has been carefully considered.”
“Maher continued his criticism of Macklemore, 43, after the “Thrift Shop” singer was dropped from Ed Sheeran’s Loop Tour after a string of anti-Israel remarks.”
“Maher continued his criticism of Macklemore, 43, after the "Thrift Shop" singer was dropped from Ed Sheeran’s "Loop Tour" following a string of anti-Israel remarks.”
“…re was dropped from his remaining scheduled performances on Ed Sheeran’s “Loop Tour” after the rapper repeatedly called for a “Free Palestine” and performed his pro-Palestinian protest song “Hind’s Hall” while opening for the “Shape of You” singer at MetLife…”
“Macklemore, recently dropped as an opener on Ed Sheeran's tour because of pressure from New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft over the artist’s pro-Palestinian advocacy, had been invited but was unavailable.”
“The rapper announced the three-show European run last week after being removed as an opener for the U.S. leg of English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran's tour.”
“Sweeney also drew more negative coverage than the White rapper Macklemore – a stage name for Ben Haggerty – who was disinvited from several of performer Ed Sheeran’s concerts over his fervent talk of Israel’s alleged "genocide" in Gaza.”
“In the 2026 version, Ed Sheeran is the man with the donkey.”
“Published: | Updated: Mamamia bills itself as the podcast destination for 'what women are talking about' - but loyal listeners and subscribers say a debate on flagship show Out Loud about the Ed Sheeran tour controversy missed the mark.”
“Sheeran subsequently addressed the controversy at a Philadelphia concert, condemning the Oct. 7 Hamas attacks while describing the situation in Gaza as catastrophic and unjustifiable.”
“Last week, rapper Macklemore used an Ed Sheeran concert to denounce Israel’s conduct in Gaza, triggering a row that saw him dumped from the tour.”
“Ed Sheeran protegees Katseye 'cut ties' with star as Macklemore storm grows with protests planned for first gig since crisis Sheeran co-wrote Katseye’s single, Animal, which was released in July - but it has emerged that members Megan Skiendiel, Manon…”
“Super Macklemore 64: Video game mocks Sheeran concert controversy In Super Macklemore 64, players are chased by a giant Ed Sheeran, dodge tiny billionaire Robert Krafts and summon musicians to chant “Free Palestine”.”
“The controversy surrounding Macklemore came from a promoter’s decision to remove him from the remaining U.S. dates of Ed Sheeran’s Loop tour, after Macklemore said “free Palestine” onstage at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.”
“- See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred Source Paloma Faith wore a shirt in support of a Palestinian terrorist as she appeared on a Channel 4 podcast to wade into the Ed Sheeran tour row.”
“Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) said she’ll be changing the channel if singer Ed Sheeran comes on the radio, and criticized stadium owners of Sheeran’s tour for censoring “genocide in Gaza.””