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Macklemore news
The gist
Macklemore was removed from the rest of Ed Sheeran's stadium tour after his 'Free Palestine' remarks.
The split shows how onstage political speech can cost an artist live bookings.
How it unfolded
- Sep 4, 2026Macklemore opened for Ed Sheeran at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, wearing a keffiyeh before a crowd in excess of 80,000, said 'Free Palestine,' addressed Gaza and the West Bank, showed images from the devastation in Gaza and performed 'Hind's Hall.'
- Sep 5, 2026Macklemore performed a second show at MetLife Stadium.
- Sep 7, 2026CBS New York reported controversy swirling after the pro-Palestinian comments, with some concertgoers calling for his removal and others applauding him.