Palestine Message from Lewis Hamilton to Macklemore
British Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton showed support on social media for US rapper Macklemore, who was dropped from a tour for supporting Palestine.
Formula 1 seven-time champion driver Lewis Hamilton sent a supportive message to US rapper Macklemore, who was removed from Ed Sheeran's tour due to his support for Palestine.
Macklemore's Removal from the Tour
US rapper Macklemore was dropped from the concert series on singer Ed Sheeran's US tour after sharing messages in support of Palestine. Macklemore had previously announced that he would donate $1 million of his concert proceeds to Palestinian relief organizations.
Lewis Hamilton's Message of Support
Commenting under the post Macklemore made after being dropped from the tour, Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton backed the rapper. In his statement, Hamilton thanked him for speaking out and stated that he stands by the artist.
The Artist's Activities Regarding Palestine
Grammy-winning rapper Macklemore has publicly expressed his support for Palestine many times since 2023, when Israel's attacks on Gaza began. Macklemore prepared the song "Hind's Hall 2" with Palestinian artists in support of Gaza.
Aid and Donation Efforts
Macklemore announced that he donated the proceeds from his released song to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East, which has been targeted by Israel. During this process, the artist continued to contribute to humanitarian aid for the Palestinian people.