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Ed Sheeran Asks Robert Kraft to Match $2 Million Aid Pledge Amid Macklemore Controversy
Robert Kraft stated that Ed Sheeran asked him to match a $2 million donation for Middle East aid amid controversy over Macklemore's removal from Sheeran's tour. Macklemore had also pledged $1 million to Palestinian aid organizations and challenged Kraft to match his donation.
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What happened
- 01Ed Sheeran asked Robert Kraft to match a $2 million donation for Middle East aid.
- 02The request came amid controversy over Macklemore's removal from Sheeran's tour.
- 03Macklemore pledged $1 million to Palestinian aid and challenged Kraft to match it.
- 04Kraft had previously claimed responsibility for Macklemore's removal from the tour.
- 05Other opening acts have supported Macklemore and quit the tour.
- 06Resale ticket prices for Sheeran's shows have reportedly fallen.
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