Three Supporting Acts Withdraw From Ed Sheeran’s Chicago Tour Following Macklemore’s Removal
Three supporting acts have withdrawn from Ed Sheeran's tour in Chicago after Macklemore was dropped from the lineup due to pro-Palestinian comments.
Chicago, IL, September 15, 2026 —
In a significant development impacting Ed Sheeran’s Chicago tour dates, three scheduled supporting acts have announced their withdrawal from the lineup. This decision follows the removal of rapper Macklemore from the concert’s roster.
Sources indicate that Macklemore was dropped from the tour’s scheduled appearance following his public pro-Palestinian comments. The specifics of Macklemore’s statements were not detailed in the summary provided. The exact timeline of when Macklemore was removed and when the supporting acts made their withdrawal announcements was also not specified.
The names of the three supporting acts that have withdrawn have not been provided. Similarly, the specific dates for Ed Sheeran’s tour in Chicago were not included in the information available. The nature of the cancellations by the supporting acts, whether through individual announcements or a collective decision, is also not detailed.
The situation highlights the impact of public statements on artist bookings and tour arrangements. Further details regarding the artists’ decisions and any official statements from Ed Sheeran’s team or the promoters were not made available in the trend summary. The withdrawal of multiple acts raises questions about the tour’s final lineup and potential implications for attendees.
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