Event Brief
Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran US tour after “Free Palestine”
By The BriefBrief · Sources (10)
Filed: Sep 14, 2026 at 3:05 PM ET
UPDATED Sep 14, 2026 at 9:06 PM ET
Summary: American rapper Macklemore said he was dropped from Ed Sheeran’s US stadium tour after saying “Free Palestine” during a Sept. 4 concert in New Jersey. His removal followed pressure from venue owners, including New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, over criticism of Israel’s actions in Gaza.
WHO: Macklemore; Ed Sheeran’s US stadium tour; venue owners including Robert Kraft
WHAT: Macklemore announced he was dropped from Ed Sheeran’s US stadium tour after pro-Palestinian remarks.
WHEN: Sep 14, 2026 at 6:20 PM ET
WHERE: New Jersey, USA
WHY: He was removed after saying “Free Palestine” during a Sept. 4 concert, drawing pressure from venue owners including Robert Kraft over his criticism of Israel’s actions in Gaza.
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