Ed Sheeran's US Tour Faces Uncertainty as Support Acts Withdraw
Rapper Macklemore's removal sparks broader withdrawal, leaving tour promoter's decision under scrutiny.
US Politics • 3 hours ago
Ed Sheeran's ongoing US tour is facing significant disruption as his backing band and all supporting acts have withdrawn from the lineup. The situation escalated after rapper Macklemore was removed from the tour following pro-Palestinian remarks made during a performance.
Sheeran clarified that the decision to drop Macklemore was made by the tour promoter, not by him personally. This development has led to a wider exodus of artists from the tour's supporting roster, raising questions about the future of the remaining dates.
The BBC's Mark Savage is examining the potential impact of these withdrawals on Sheeran's upcoming performances and the overall tour schedule.