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Ed Sheeran Faces Backlash After Macklemore's Israel Show Canceled

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Ed Sheeran is facing online backlash and losing followers after rapper Macklemore's performance in Israel was canceled, following Macklemore's pro-Palestinian statements. Other artists have withdrawn in solidarity.

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  • Ed Sheeran faces online backlash after Macklemore's show cancellation.
  • Macklemore reportedly dedicated part of his act to the Palestinian cause.
  • Sheeran lost hundreds of thousands of Instagram followers.
  • Other artists withdrew in solidarity with Macklemore.
  • Sarit Hadad celebrated 30 years with a concert.
Ed Sheeran Faces Backlash After Macklemore's Israel Show Canceled
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British singer Ed Sheeran is facing online criticism following the cancellation of rapper Macklemore's performance, which was reportedly preceded by Macklemore dedicating part of his warm-up act to the Palestinian cause. The backlash against Sheeran has led to him losing hundreds of thousands of Instagram followers. Several other artists have also withdrawn from warm-up performances in solidarity with Macklemore.

The article also briefly mentions Israeli singer Sarit Hadad celebrating 30 years in her career with a large performance at Park Hayarkon.

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