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Rapper Macklemore Accuses NFL Owner Robert Kraft of Blacklisting Him from Ed Sheeran Tour
Rabidly left-wing rapper Macklemore is accusing New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft of getting him blacklisted from Gillette Stadium and other venues over the rapper’s constant pro-Palestine and anti-Israel rants on stage. Macklemore took to his Instagram account to claim that Kraft, who owns Gillette Stadium and who is also a chief part of the [...] The post Rapper Macklemore Accuses NFL Owner Robert Kraft of Blacklisting Him from Ed Sheeran Tour appeared first on CBNC .
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2 days ago·1 MIN READ
Rapper Macklemore has publicly accused New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft of orchestrating a blacklist that barred him from performing at Gillette Stadium and other major venues. The allegations center around an ongoing dispute regarding the rapper's politically charged stage presence.
According to statements shared on Macklemore's Instagram account, the controversy ignited following his performance on Ed Sheeran's tour at MetJersey Stadium. During the concert, the artist engaged in pro-Palestine and anti-Israel commentary that drew immediate public backlash.
The rapper claimed that Kraft, who also plays a prominent role in the Blue Square Alliance Against Hate, personally intervened to ensure he would not be welcome at Gillette Stadium. Furthermore, Macklemore alleged that Kraft reached out to management at other venues scheduled to host Sheeran's tour.
In his social media posts, the "Thrift Shop" performer asserted that the stadium owners coordinated to warn Ed Sheeran about the distaste surrounding his anti-Jewish statements. The move effectively disrupted Macklemore's appearances alongside the British pop star.
The accusations highlight the growing friction between mainstream entertainment figures and venue executives over political discourse during live performances. Representatives for Robert Kraft and the affected venues have not yet issued formal responses to the rapper's claims.
