Macklemore removed from Ed Sheeran tour following pro-Palestine remarks

In early September 2026, rapper Macklemore was removed from Ed Sheeran’s ongoing Loop tour across North and South America. The decision followed a performance at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, where the rapper advocated for Palestine and performed his song "Hind’s Hall" with visuals depicting the destruction in Gaza. Multiple stadium owners subsequently informed the production team that they would not permit further concerts featuring Macklemore.

Ed Sheeran stated that the decision was made by tour organizers rather than himself, emphasizing his desire to prevent his concerts from becoming political forums regarding the war in Gaza. He noted on Instagram that he felt obligated to continue the tour for his fans and staff. The move has led to significant fallout, including the reported departure of four other artists from the tour. Meanwhile, singer P!nk drew attention by sharing a social media post from the organization StopAntisemitism that criticized Macklemore’s actions, fueling public debate over the appropriateness of political discourse during large-scale commercial performances.