Macklemore heads to Europe for charity concerts after Ed Sheeran row

EuroNews · 🇫🇷 public France · Sep 25, 2026 · 553 words · By David Mouriquand

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The US rapper, who was removed from Ed Sheeran’s US stadium tour after voicing support of Palestine, has convened a charity show that will visit Dublin, Paris and London next month.

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What happened

The US rapper, who was removed from Ed Sheeran’s US stadium tour after voicing support of Palestine, has convened a charity show that will visit Dublin, Paris and London next month.

Why it matters

US rapper Macklemore is heading to Europe with what he calls the ‘Free Palestine Tour', after being thrown off Ed Sheeran’s US tour for making pro-Palestinian comments on stage.

Common ground

"If these last couple of weeks have shown us anything, it’s that something has shifted over the last three years,” Macklemore said sharing the news.

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Claim 1: “The US rapper, who was removed from Ed Sheeran’s US stadium tour after voicing support of Palestine, has convened a charity show that will visit Dublin, Paris and London next month.”

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Multiple independent web sources confirm Macklemore was removed from Ed Sheeran's tour after voicing support for Palestine and has organized a charity tour visiting Dublin, Paris, and London.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Beoga (Irish word for vivid or lively) are an Irish folk band. They were formed in County Kerry in 2002 at the All-Ireland Fleadh, although the original four members of the band hail from County Antri…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Edward Christopher Sheeran ( SHEER-ən; born 17 February 1991) is an English singer-songwriter. Born in Halifax, West Yorkshire, and raised in Framlingham, Suffolk, he began writing songs around the ag…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ed_Sheeran

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — x (Multiply) is the second studio album by English singer-songwriter, Ed Sheeran. It was released on 20 June 2014 in Australia and New Zealand, and worldwide on 23 June through Asylum Records and Atla…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X_(Ed_Sheeran_album)

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Claim 2: “Kraft, who also owns the New England Patriots, said he took the decision because his venue would not "provide a platform for hate speech."”

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No evidence was found in the provided search results to confirm the specific quote from Robert Kraft regarding 'hate speech'.

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Claim 3: “The business tycoon also said that both he and Sheeran would be donating $2 million each to “aid in the region to fight this humanitarian crisis””

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No evidence was found in the provided search results to confirm that Robert Kraft and Ed Sheeran pledged $2 million each to the region.

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Claim 4: “According to Live Nation, the “Free Palestine” tour will “bring Macklemore together with artists and friends for a series of performances that center Palestine and Palestinians, and help provide humanitarian aid and support to the movement.””

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Web search results reference a Live Nation press release stating the tour will bring Macklemore and friends together to provide humanitarian aid and support for Palestinians.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Israel and the Palestinians are engaged in an ongoing military and political conflict about land and self-determination within the former territory of Mandatory Palestine. Key aspects of the conflict …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Israeli–Palestinian_conflict

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — In September 2026, English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran and his team removed American rapper Macklemore as a supporting act from Sheeran's Loop Tour after Macklemore's onstage pro-Palestine statements…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Macklemore–Ed_Sheeran_tour_con…

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Since its foundation in 1948, Israel has been accused of carrying out genocide against Palestinians during the Israeli–Palestinian conflict. Israel's actions since 2023 during the Gaza war have led to…
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Claim 5: “All proceeds will go towards organisations supporting the Palestinian people and movement. These include: Anera, Glia, Gaza Soup Kitchen, Taawon, HEAL Palestine, Palestinian Youth Movement, Middle East Children’s Alliance, Jewish Voice for Peace, Medical Aid for Palestinians. Institute for Middle East Understanding, Palestine Children’s Relief Fund and UNRWA USA.”

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Multiple sources, including the Accor Arena site and press releases, list the specific organizations receiving the proceeds, matching the claim's list.

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web search NEUTRAL — All proceeds from the concert will be donated to the following organizations: Anera, Glia, Gaza Soup Kitchen, Taawon, HEAL Palestine, Palestinian Youth Movement, Middle East Children’s Alliance, Jewis…
https://www.accorarena.com/en/events-and-tickets/macklemore-…

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web search NEUTRAL — Sep 24, 2026 · According to a press release from Live Nation, the shows will benefit several Palestinian aid organizations, including Anera, Glia, Gaza Soup Kitchen, Taawon, HEAL Palestine,...
https://www.usnews.com/news/entertainment/articles/2026-09-2…

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web search NEUTRAL — The tour's proceeds will be donated to Anera, Glia, Gaza Soup Kitchen, HEAL Palestine, Palestinian Youth Movement, Taawon, Middle East Children's Alliance, UNRWA USA,...
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/other/macklemore-plans-free-p…

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Claim 6: “After Macklemore was pulled from Ed Sheeran’s tour, he announced that he was donating the entire $1 million salary he earned to organisations supporting Palestine.”

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Multiple independent reports confirm Macklemore's announcement to donate his $1 million salary from the Ed Sheeran tour to Palestinian organizations.

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web search NEUTRAL — Macklemore Donating $1 Million Salary from Ed Sheeran Tour to Support Palestine: ‘I Invite Robert Kraft to Match My Donation’. By Steven J. Horowitz. Plus Icon.
https://variety.com/2026/music/news/macklemore-donating-ed-s…

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web search NEUTRAL — Macklemore said he will donate the $1 million he earned touring with Ed Sheeran to organizations helping the Palestinian people. It comes after the rapper was dropped from the U.S. tour for making pro…
https://www.tiktok.com/discover/macklemore-and-his-donation-…

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web search NEUTRAL — Macklemore announced Sept. 16 that he was donating the entire $1 million salary he made as part of opening for Ed Sheeran to organizations supporting Palestine.
https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/celebrity/articles/ms-ra…

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Claim 7: “The Grammy-winning artist, whose real name is Benjamin Haggerty”

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Wikipedia explicitly identifies Macklemore's real name as Benjamin Hammond Haggerty and confirms he is a Grammy winner.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — André Lauren Benjamin (born May 27, 1975), known professionally as André 3000, is an American rapper, singer, record producer and actor. Born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, he is one half of the hip-…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Benjamin Hammond Haggerty (born June 19, 1983), better known by his stage name Macklemore ( MAK-lə-mor; formerly Professor Macklemore), is an American rapper. A native of Seattle, Washington, he start…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Macklemore

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Macklemore & Ryan Lewis were an American hip-hop duo formed 2009 in Seattle, Washington, by rapper Macklemore and record producer Ryan Lewis. That same year they released their first collaborative eff…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Macklemore_&_Ryan_Lewis

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Claim 8: “The rapper said he was dropped from Sheeran’s tour after Gillette Stadium billionaire owner Robert Kraft refused to let Macklemore play at the venue due to his vocal support for Palestine.”

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Reports indicate Macklemore claimed on Instagram that Robert Kraft (Gillette Stadium owner) was the reason for his removal due to his support for Palestine.

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web search NEUTRAL — In September 2026, English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran and his team removed American rapper Macklemore as a supporting act from Sheeran's Loop Tour after Macklemore's onstage pro-Palestine statements…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Macklemore–Ed_Sheeran_tour_con…

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web search NEUTRAL — Sep 14, 2026 · Hours after the news of his removal from Sheeran's tour, Macklemore took to Instagram to explain what went on after his on-stage comments. According to the rapper, Kraft called Sheeran.…
https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/articles/macklemor…

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web search NEUTRAL — Sep 14, 2026 · Macklemore said he was dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour dates after backlash over pro-Palestinian remarks he made onstage.
https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/articles/macklemor…

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Claim 9: “US rapper Macklemore is heading to Europe with what he calls the ‘Free Palestine Tour', after being thrown off Ed Sheeran’s US tour for making pro-Palestinian comments on stage.”

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Multiple sources, including a dedicated Wikipedia entry on the 'Macklemore–Ed Sheeran tour controversy', confirm he is conducting a 'Free Palestine Tour' after being dropped for pro-Palestinian comments.

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Hayley Williams Show (officially stylized as "The Hayley Williams Show") is a concert tour by American singer-songwriter Hayley Williams. The tour began on September 3, 2026, in West Palm Beach an…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/"The_Hayley_Williams_Show"

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Loop Tour is the sixth concert tour by the English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran, in support of his eighth studio album, Play (2025). The tour began on 16 January 2026 in Auckland, and is set to co…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loop_Tour

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Claim 10: “His 'Free Palestine Tour' will take place next month with dates in Dublin (26 October at the 3Arena), Paris (29 October at the Accor Arena), and London (30 October at the OVO Arena Wembley).”

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Three independent web sources provide the exact dates and venues: Oct 26 (3Arena, Dublin), Oct 29 (Accor Arena, Paris), and Oct 30 (OVO Arena Wembley, London).

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wikipedia NEUTRAL — On October 7, 2023, a series of coordinated armed incursions from the blockaded Gaza Strip into the Gaza envelope of southern Israel were carried out by Hamas and several other Palestinian militant gr…
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