Macklemore has claimed he was removed from Ed Sheeran’s US tour following his pro-Palestinian remarks during a recent concert in New Jersey. The rapper said Sheeran and his team made the decision after he spoke in support of Palestinians and criticised the ongoing violence in Gaza, while describing Sheeran as a close friend.

Macklemore’s statement after removal

Macklemore shared a statement on his Instagram, revealing that “Ed Sheeran and his team have made the decision to remove me from The Loop tour.”