Macklemore Dropped from Ed Sheeran Tour After 'Free Palestine' Speech

Macklemore, an American rapper, was removed from Ed Sheeran's global tour after delivering a 'Free Palestine' speech during a performance. The speech, which included calls for Palestinian statehood and criticism of Israeli policies, led to immediate backlash from Sheeran's management. The tour proceeded without Macklemore, with no official statement from Sheeran or his team confirming the reason for the removal. The event occurred on September 20, 2026, and was reported by multiple international outlets.