Ed Sheeran addresses Macklemore controversy at Philadelphia show
The mega-star singer held his first concert since rapper Macklemore was removed from his tour and other artists dropped out.
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"I never wanted to be an activist musician, but this has put me in the middle of an important and passionate argument about free speech and the most complex political issue on the planet."
— Ed Sheeran , Celebrity
"My concerts have always been a safe space for everyone."
— Ed Sheeran , Celebrity
"What is happening in Gaza is catastrophic and unjustifiable and disproportionate."
— Ed Sheeran , Celebrity
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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.
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