Ed Sheeran has reportedly lost about 500,000 Instagram followers amid the dispute surrounding his Loop tour
The backlash followed the removal of Macklemore as a support act after his pro-Palestinian remarks, prompting the tour’s other opening performers and backing musicians to leave
Sheeran addressed the controversy during a Philadelphia concert, speaking about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the attacks in Israel
His decision to discuss politics on stage drew criticism from Piers Morgan, who accused the singer of yielding to pressure
Despite the turmoil, Sheeran insists the tour will continue.