Macklemore says he was unable to 'stay silent' about Palestine

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2026-10-31

London (PA Media/dpa) - US rapper Macklemore said it was "more uncomfortable for [him] to stay silent than to say something" as he took to the stage in London for the latest stop of his Free Palestine tour. The 43-year-old, whose real name is Benjamin Haggerty, made the remarks during an emotional speech about his support for Palestine at his sold-out concert at the OVO Arena Wembley on Friday night. In videos from the show, Macklemore told the c......

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