# Ed Sheeran Opens Philadelphia Show After Macklemore Controversy

> Sheeran admits tough choice after Macklemore dropped from tour over Palestine protests.
- Title: Ed Sheeran Opens Philadelphia Show After Macklemore…
- Summary: Sheeran admits tough choice after Macklemore dropped from tour over Palestine protests. Ed Sheeran apologized for removing Macklemore from Philadelphia…
- Keywords: ed sheeran, macklemore, palestine, loop tour, philadelphia, concert, Sheeran, Opens, Show, Controversy, The Hollywood Reporter
- Source: The Hollywood Reporter — https://hollywoodreporter.com/music/music-news/ed-sheeran-macklemore-controversy-palestine-protests-concert-1236706177
- Author: Abbey White
- Published: 2026-09-20T00:57:25+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: ed sheeran, macklemore, palestine, loop tour, philadelphia, concert
## Ed Sheeran
Sheeran performs at Philadelphia concert.
## Macklemore
Macklemore removed from Loop Tour.
## Controversy
Palestine protests led to Macklemore's removal.
## Sheeran's Response
Sheeran says criticism was about important issues.
## Apology
Sheeran admits mistakes and apologizes.
## Key takeaway

Ed Sheeran apologized for removing Macklemore from Philadelphia concert due to Palestine protest concerns.