Photo — Pink: Own work (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Macklemore: Own work (CC BY-SA 3.0)
The Short Version
In September 2026, Pink reshared a post criticizing Macklemore's pro-Palestinian speech at Ed Sheeran's MetLife Stadium concert, sparking widespread media coverage and public statements from both artists.
Latest Development
Pink Releases Long-Form Statement Explaining Her Position
In an extended Instagram post, Pink explained that her reaction was triggered by how Macklemore framed his onstage comments to Jewish audience members, while emphasizing her humanitarian work and support for Palestinian humanity.
September 11, 2026 · Public statement
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September 11, 2026
Pink Releases Long-Form Statement Explaining Her Position
Public statementIn an extended Instagram post, Pink explained that her reaction was triggered by how Macklemore framed his onstage comments to Jewish audience members, while emphasizing her humanitarian work and support for Palestinian humanity.
Source ↗September 11, 2026
Macklemore Reiterates Stance on Human Rights and Peace
Public statementMacklemore shared video of his MetLife Stadium speech online, stating that criticizing Israel and advocating for peace and equality is in no way a criticism of Jewish people.
Source ↗September 6, 2026
Pink Reshares Post Criticizing Macklemore's Remarks
Public statementPink reshared a social media post from StopAntisemitism criticizing Macklemore's concert remarks and calling for his removal from Ed Sheeran's tour, prompting online backlash.
Source ↗September 4, 2026
Macklemore Delivers Pro-Palestinian Speech Onstage
Public statementDuring an opening set for Ed Sheeran at MetLife Stadium, Macklemore addressed the crowd to voice support for Gaza and call for 'Free Palestine'.
Source ↗
Where It Stands
Active. Pink issued a statement clarifying her reaction as a Jewish mother while stating she does not want Macklemore silenced, while Macklemore maintained that advocating for Palestinian human rights is not anti-Jewish.
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Sources
- 1.SourcePink Releases Long-Form Statement Explaining Her Position · Sep 11, 2026
- 2.SourceMacklemore Reiterates Stance on Human Rights and Peace · Sep 11, 2026
- 3.SourcePink Reshares Post Criticizing Macklemore's Remarks · Sep 6, 2026
- 4.SourceMacklemore Delivers Pro-Palestinian Speech Onstage · Sep 4, 2026
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