Summary
Ed Sheeran removed rapper Macklemore from his U.S. tour after Macklemore made pro-Palestinian comments some people considered offensive. Following this, four other supporting acts quit the tour to show their support for Macklemore. Ed Sheeran has since spoken publicly about the situation.Key Facts
- Macklemore was dropped from Ed Sheeran's U.S. concert tour due to his pro-Palestinian comments.
- Some people felt Macklemore's comments crossed into prejudice.
- Four more supporting artists left the tour in support of Macklemore.
- Ed Sheeran has responded publicly to the controversy.
- The events happened around the time of the U.S. concert tour.
- The controversy involves political and social views related to the Israel-Palestine conflict.
- The story was reported by CBS News and includes video coverage.
