Sheeran defends Gaza stance, blames venues for Macklemore’s tour exit
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Ahead of a Philadelphia show, Ed Sheeran defended his Gaza remarks while denying responsibility for Macklemore’s removal from the tour, blaming promoter Messina Touring Group and noting Robert Kraft’s involvement; Macklemore pledged to donate tour earnings to Palestinian aid, Kraft matched with a donation, and Sheeran brought in replacement band members as he stressed the tour would continue and used the moment to address humanitarian issues.
Topics:entertainment#ed-sheeran#freedom-of-speech#gaza-israel-conflict#macklemore#music#tour-controversy
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