Protests in Philadelphia as Ed Sheeran returns to stage

Sep 19, 2026, 10:50 PM· 1 hour ago· Original: EN

Protesters descend on a Philadelphia stadium as Ed Sheeran returns to the stage after becoming embroiled in controversy set off by his opening act's pro-Palestinian comments.

Ed Sheeran to return to stage amid Palestinian controversy

In short:

Pop superstar Ed Sheeran is returning to the stage after he became embroiled in a controversy that saw four supporting acts quit his Shape of You tour.

Rapper Macklemore was dropped from the tour after owners of stadiums hosting upcoming shows objected to his pro-Palestinian comments on stage, prompting other supporting acts to quit.

Pro-Palestinian protesters have gathered outside the Philadelphia stadium where Sheeran will perform.

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