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“I Am Making Mistakes”: Ed Sheeran Makes First Live Statement After Macklemore Exit

Headline from Forbes, from the development of Sep 18, 2026

Newest development Sep 21, 2026 · 2 reportsEd Sheeran breaks his silence after Macklemore controversy throws tour into chaos

In his first show since Macklemore's removal as opener, the British singer-songwriter said he was "so, so sorry".

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  1. Macklemore's long history of controversy from Grammy wins to 'Free Palestine' concert remarks

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  2. Names this update

    “I Am Making Mistakes”: Ed Sheeran Makes First Live Statement After Macklemore Exit

    Headline from Forbes ·

  3. Ed Sheeran apologizes for ‘mistakes’ in first show since Macklemore was removed from tour, other openers quit

    Headline from WSVN Miami ·

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    Ed Sheeran breaks his silence after Macklemore controversy throws tour into chaos

    Headline from Fast Company ·

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  1. New York Post

    Robert Kraft says Macklemore’s Ed Sheeran show spread ‘divisiveness and hate’ — but extends olive branch to rapper (opens New York Post)

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    A keffiyeh-clad Macklemore had sparked outrage after going on an anti-Israel rant while opening for Sheeran at MetLife Stadium last week.

  2. Al Jazeera

    Ed Sheeran blames US tour promoter for dropping Macklemore (opens Al Jazeera)

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    The British musician said it was important to "set out some facts" after US rapper voiced support for Palestine.

  3. Fox News

    Macklemore's long history of controversy from Grammy wins to 'Free Palestine' concert remarks (opens Fox News)

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    Macklemore's pro-Palestinian concert remarks and controversial moments long predate his removal from Ed Sheeran's "Loop Tour" over his "Hind's Hall" performance.

  4. Breitbart News

    Video: Macklemore Praising a Columbia University Group That Called Oct. 7 an ‘Historic Win’ Is Why Ed Sheeran Canceled Him (opens Breitbart News)

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    Rapper Macklemore is attempting to spin his firing from the Ed Sheeran tour as a mere violation of his free speech when in reality the anti-Israel leftist didn't just yell "Free Palestine" at Sheeran's stadium-packed concerts.

  5. Independent Journal Review

    Sheeran Addresses Macklemore Tour Dispute in Philadelphia (opens Independent Journal Review)

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    An Irish radio station, Classic Hits Radio, has removed Ed Sheeran’s music from its playlists for the foreseeable future after listener feedback amid the controversy over Macklemore’s removal from Sheeran’s US tour following his Gaza remarks, with Irish artists Aaron Rowe and Beoga also leaving the …

  6. The Jewish Voice

    Four Supporting Acts Exit Ed Sheeran’s Tour After Macklemore’s Removal, Deepening Clash Over Israel, Gaza (opens The Jewish Voice)

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    Four Supporting Acts Exit Ed Sheeran’s Tour After Macklemore’s Removal, Deepening Clash Over Israel, Gaza By: Carl Schwartzbaum The controversy surrounding Ed Sheeran’s mammoth stadium tour has widened into an extraordinary rupture within the international music industry, with four supporting acts w…

  7. Independent Journal Review

    Sheeran Philadelphia Concert to Proceed Without Openers (opens Independent Journal Review)

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    Ed Sheeran's Philadelphia show will feature a substantial police presence and heightened security after Macklemore was dropped from the Loop Tour, with both pro-Palestinian demonstrations and artist solidarity walkouts prompting precautions.

  8. PhillyVoice

    Pro-Palestinian protest planned for Ed Sheeran's Philly concert (opens PhillyVoice)

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    Pro-Palestinian groups will protest near Ed Sheeran's concert Saturday at Lincoln Financial Field. Former opening act Macklemore said he was cut from the tour after speaking about Gaza on stage at MetLife Stadium.

  9. Forbes

    Ed Sheeran Philadelphia Tickets Slashed By Nearly 50% Following Macklemore ‘Free Palestine’ Controversy (opens Forbes)

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    Sheeran’s supporting acts and backing band withdrew from his North American tour after rapper Macklemore was barred from opening for Sheeran at multiple venues following remarks supporting Palestinian people.

  10. WFMZ Allentown

    Ed Sheeran returns to stage after Palestinian controversy (opens WFMZ Allentown)

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    Protesters and police were expected to greet concertgoers in Philadelphia on Saturday for pop superstar Ed Sheeran's first show since he became embroiled in controversy set off by his opening act's pro-Palestinian comments.

  11. NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

    Ed Sheeran addresses Macklemore and Israel-Palestine controversies at Philadelphia show (opens NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)

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    Ed Sheeran resumed his tour in Philadelphia on Saturday , days after opening act Macklemore was dropped from the tour following pro-Palestinian comments he made onstage. Sheeran’s return to the stage at Lincoln Financial Field came after his opening acts and supporting band withdrew in solidarity wi…

  12. Deutsche Welle

    Ed Sheeran continues US tour amid Palestinian controversy (opens Deutsche Welle)

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    Pro-Palestinian protests are expected at Ed Sheeran's first gig since Macklemore was dropped from the tour. The US rapper shouted "Free Palestine" at a concert in New Jersey.

  13. Forbes

    Protesters Prepare For Ed Sheeran Concert As Palestinians Praise Macklemore (opens Forbes)

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    Sheeran is expected to receive a less-than-warm welcome at his first concert since all of his opening acts quit in support of Macklemore.

  14. France 24

    Pop, Protests & Palestine: Ed Sheeran’s Moral Maze (opens France 24)

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    A clash over music, politics and Palestine is putting freedom of expression in the spotlight. Macklemore’s outspoken support for Palestinians has sparked a backlash around Ed Sheeran’s US tour, raising a bigger question: should artists be expected to take a political stand, or are they equally free …

  15. Fox News

    Pro-Palestinian protesters target Ed Sheeran’s Philadelphia concert after Macklemore removed from tour (opens Fox News)

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    Pro-Palestinian protesters waved flags and chanted outside Ed Sheeran's Philadelphia concert, one week after Macklemore was dropped from the tour.

  16. New York Post

    Protesters gather in Philly ahead of Ed Sheeran’s first concert since Macklemore kicked off tour (opens New York Post)

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    Protesters holding Palestinian flags and anti-Israel signs gathered near Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field ahead of Ed Sheeran’s first show since all of his openers dropped out.

  17. Variety

    Protestors March Outside Ed Sheeran Concert After Macklemore Was Dropped From Tour: ‘It’s Not Going to Stop Until Palestine is Free’ (opens Variety)

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    Pro-Palestinian protesters gathered outside Ed Sheeran’s concert at Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field on Saturday night as the singer returned to the stage for the first time since Macklemore was dropped from his Loop Tour following his onstage remarks in support of Palestine.

  18. Al-Monitor

    Ed Sheeran set to return to stage after Palestinian controversy (opens Al-Monitor)

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    Chanting protesters greeted concertgoers Saturday in Philadelphia ahead of pop superstar Ed Sheeran's first show since his tour plunged into turmoil ignited by his opening act's pro-Palestinian comments.

  19. Deadline

    Ed Sheeran Met With Pro-Palestine Protest Outside Philadelphia Concert: “F*ck Your Concert, F*ck Your Fans. Palestine Is Our Demand!” (opens Deadline)

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    Ed Sheeran’s return to the Loop Tour drew protesters to the City of Brotherly Love amid ongoing fallout. After the 4x Grammy winner dropped Macklemore from his tour over pressure around the “Hind’s Hall” artist’s Palestinian onstage remarks, Sheeran’s Saturday stop at Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financia…

  20. Variety

    Ed Sheeran Addresses Macklemore Controversy While on Stage at First Concert Since Rapper Dropped From Tour: ‘What Is Happening in Gaza Is Catastrophic and Unjustifiable’ (opens Variety)

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    Ed Sheeran addressed the controversy surrounding Macklemore’s removal from his Loop Tour on Saturday night, speaking from the stage at Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field during his first concert since the rapper was dropped from the trek.

  21. BBC News

    Ed Sheeran addresses Macklemore controversy at Philadelphia show (opens BBC News)

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    The mega-star singer held his first concert since rapper Macklemore was removed from his tour and other artists dropped out.

  22. FOX 29 Philadelphia

    Ed Sheeran addresses Macklemore controversy during Philadelphia concert (opens FOX 29 Philadelphia)

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    Ed Sheeran became emotional on stage at Lincoln Financial Field Saturday night as he addressed the controversy surrounding his Philadelphia concert and the removal of opening act Macklemore from the tour.

  23. Washington Examiner

    Ed Sheeran addresses Macklemore controversy in pre-concert speech (opens Washington Examiner)

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    Singer Ed Sheeran gave a speech to the crowd before his concert in Philadelphia on Saturday night about the controversy he found himself embroiled in with Macklemore. Macklemore, a 43-year-old rapper, was removed from the remaining dates of Sheeran’s Loop tour after drawing backlash from Jewish grou…

  24. Forbes

    “I Am Making Mistakes”: Ed Sheeran Makes First Live Statement After Macklemore Exit (opens Forbes)

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    In his first show since Macklemore's removal as opener, the British singer-songwriter said he was "so, so sorry".

  25. KRDO

    Ed Sheeran apologizes for ‘mistakes’ in first show since Macklemore was removed from tour, other openers quit (opens KRDO)

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    By Emma Tucker, Gloria Pazmino, MariaSole Campinoti, Rebekah Riess, Danny Freeman, CNN Philadelphia (CNN) — Ed Sheeran opened his show Saturday night in Philadelphia with an apology to fans for his “mistakes,” after the singer-songwriter’s tour became mired in controversy this week over free speech …

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