Macklemore Says He Will Donate $1 Million From Ed Sheeran Tour Earnings to Palestinian Aid Groups
Rapper also challenges New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, who reportedly pressured Sheeran to remove him from the tour, to match the pledge
Rapper Macklemore has announced plans to donate $1 million earned from his participation in Ed Sheeran's tour to organizations providing aid to Palestinians, according to Anadolu Agency.
The announcement comes after reports that New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft pressured Sheeran to drop Macklemore from the tour lineup, Anadolu Agency reported.
In response, Macklemore has publicly invited Kraft to match his $1 million donation to Palestinian aid organizations, according to the report.
Details regarding the specific aid organizations that would receive the funds, as well as the timeline for the donation, were not immediately available.
Neither Macklemore's representatives nor Kraft have issued additional public statements beyond what was reported by Anadolu Agency.
Sources
- Macklemore to donate $1M from Ed Sheeran tour to Palestinian aid organizations — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
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