Actor Liam Cunningham Criticizes Ed Sheeran Over Macklemore’s Removal From Tour
The “Game of Thrones” star and longtime Palestinian rights advocate says Sheeran missed a chance to stand up to pressure against Palestine supporters.
Irish actor Liam Cunningham, known for his role in “Game of Thrones” and his long-standing advocacy for Palestinian rights, has criticized singer Ed Sheeran over the removal of rapper Macklemore from a tour, according to a report by Anadolu Agency.
Cunningham said Sheeran had an opportunity to resist pressure directed at supporters of Palestine but did not take it, the report said.
The Anadolu Agency report did not provide further details on the circumstances surrounding Macklemore’s removal from the tour or additional context on Sheeran’s involvement.
Cunningham has been a vocal supporter of Palestinian rights for years, frequently speaking out on the issue in public forums.
Neither Sheeran nor Macklemore has publicly responded to Cunningham’s remarks, according to the available report.
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- Longtime Palestine advocate Liam Cunningham criticizes Ed Sheeran over Macklemore’s removal from tour — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
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