Ed Sheeran support acts quit over Macklemore controversy - ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Pop star Ed Sheeran is scrambling to save his upcoming tour dates after his main support act Macklemore was axed for making pro-Palestinian comments during his performances.
Pop star Ed Sheeran is scrambling to save his upcoming tour dates after his main support act Macklemore was axed for making pro-Palestinian comments during his performances.
Venue owners had warned they'd no longer host the US shows unless the rapper was dropped.
Ed Sheeran's other support acts have now quit in solidarity.
Macklemore is known for incorporating his activism and pro-Palestinian stance in shows.(Supplied: Instagram)
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