Lewis Hamilton Voices Support for Macklemore After Rapper's Removal from Ed Sheeran Tour Over Palestine Remarks
Seven-time Formula 1 champion responds on social media after rapper Macklemore was dropped from Ed Sheeran's tour following comments about Palestine.
Seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has publicly backed rapper Macklemore after the artist was removed from Ed Sheeran's tour over remarks he made about Palestine, according to a report by Anadolu Agency.
The report said Macklemore issued a statement addressing his removal from the tour, and Hamilton responded to that statement on social media, expressing support for the musician.
Anadolu Agency did not provide further details on the specific comments made by Macklemore regarding Palestine that led to his removal from the tour, nor did it elaborate on the exact wording of Hamilton's response.
Hamilton, who races for Ferrari in Formula 1, has previously spoken out on social and political issues, though Anadolu Agency's report focused specifically on his reaction to Macklemore's situation.
Neither Ed Sheeran's team nor representatives for Macklemore have issued additional public statements beyond what was cited in the original report, according to Anadolu Agency.
Sources
- Lewis Hamilton backs Macklemore after Ed Sheeran tour removal for Palestine remarks — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
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