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Supporting acts withdraw from Ed Sheeran tour in solidarity with Macklemore

Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas withdrew from Ed Sheeran's North and South American tour in solidarity with Macklemore, who was removed after making pro-Palestinian remarks onstage. Sheeran said promoters made the decision.

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Supporting acts leave Ed Sheeran tour after Macklemore removal

Finneas, Aaron Rowe, Beoga and Lukas Graham have withdrawn from Ed Sheeran’s Loop tour after Macklemore was removed over pro-Palestinian remarks.

Background

Why this event matters

Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas withdrew from Ed Sheeran’s North and South American tour after Macklemore was removed following pro-Palestinian remarks onstage. Sheeran said the decision was made by promoters, not him. Rowe and Lukas Graham had been due to replace Macklemore on remaining US dates; Beoga had been performing with Sheeran, while Finneas was scheduled for South American dates.

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Supporting acts withdraw from Ed Sheeran tour in solidarity with Macklemore

Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas withdrew from Ed Sheeran’s North and South American tour after Macklemore was removed following pro-Palestinian remarks onstage. Sheeran said the decision was made by promoters, not him. Rowe and Lukas Graham had been due to replace Mac

Reporting trail
France 24 International | https://www.france24.com/en/americas/20260916-ed-sheeran-s-tour-in-trouble-after-pro-palestine-acts-drop-out | published 2026-09-16T06:54:21.000Z | primary sourceFrance 24 International | Primary report on the artist withdrawals, Sheeran’s statement and the tour schedule.Event digest | Concise account of the central event and named artists.Retrieved context: Guardian Culture | Independent same-event reference identifying the withdrawing acts.Retrieved background cards | Prior event summary and timeline concerning Macklemore’s removal.The Guardian Culture | https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/sep/15/ed-sheeran-macklemore-palestine-openers-finneas | published 2026-09-15T21:47:16.000Z | primary sourceThe Guardian Culture | Primary report on the withdrawals, statements and tour disputeEvent digest | Concise summary of the reported eventRetrieved context: cluster summary | Confirms the central event with high confidenceRetrieved context: historical context and background cards | Provides prior timeline and claims requiring attribution

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Supporting acts withdraw from Ed Sheeran tour in solidarity with Macklemore: key people and institutions

Key entities: Ed Sheeran, Macklemore, Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham, Finneas.

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Supporting acts withdraw from Ed Sheeran tour in solidarity with Macklemore: key questions

Why did the supporting acts withdraw? They said they were acting in solidarity with Macklemore after his removal from the tour. Which artists withdrew? Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas. Why was Macklemore removed? The source says he was removed after pro-Palestinian re

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Supporting acts withdraw from Ed Sheeran tour in solidarity with Macklemore: reporting sources

France 24 International | https://www.france24.com/en/americas/20260916-ed-sheeran-s-tour-in-trouble-after-pro-palestine-acts-drop-out | published 2026-09-16T06:54:21.000Z | primary source | France 24 International | Primary report on the artist withdrawals, Sheeran’s statement a

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Supporting acts withdraw from Ed Sheeran tour in solidarity with Macklemore: timeline

2026-09-04: Macklemore said “Free Palestine” during a performance at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium and performed “Hind’s Hall” with Gaza-related footage. Approx. September 2026: The Israeli American Council and StopAntisemitism criticised the performance; Robert Kraft said his ven

Timeline

2026-09-04

Macklemore said “Free Palestine” during a performance at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium and performed “Hind’s Hall” with Gaza-related footage.

Approx. September 2026

The Israeli American Council and StopAntisemitism criticised the performance; Robert Kraft said his venue would not provide Macklemore a platform.

Approx. September 2026

Promoter Messina Touring Group removed Macklemore from Sheeran’s US tour following venue objections.

2026-09-15

Finneas, Aaron Rowe, Beoga and Lukas Graham announced withdrawals from the tour.

FAQ

Why did the supporting acts withdraw?

They said they were acting in solidarity with Macklemore after his removal from the tour.

Which artists withdrew?

Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas.

Why was Macklemore removed?

The source says he was removed after pro-Palestinian remarks and following objections from venues and promoters.

Did Ed Sheeran remove Macklemore?

Sheeran said promoters made the decision, despite his attempts to negotiate with venues.

Has the tour been cancelled?

The source does not report a cancellation; remaining dates were scheduled to resume in Philadelphia.

Why was Macklemore removed from the tour?

The promoter removed him after pro-Palestinian remarks and objections from venues, according to the available reports.

Did Ed Sheeran order Macklemore’s removal?

Sheeran said venue owners and promoters made the decision, not him.

How many dates did Finneas withdraw from?

Six South American dates.

What did Aaron Rowe withdraw from?

The 10 remaining North American dates.

Are replacement opening acts confirmed?

The available material does not specify replacements.