Ed Sheeran has canceled his concerts at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, this weekend due to severe weather from an incoming nor'easter. Tour promoter Messina Touring announced the cancellation in an Instagram post, according to multiple outlets.
The Associated Press reported that other events, including Global Citizen, CBGB and All Things Go, also canceled concerts because of the storm.
The cancellation comes amid other difficulties for Sheeran's tour. According to The Hill and The Daily Wire, the shows follow controversy after Macklemore was dropped from the bill following comments he made supporting the pro-Palestinian movement at a concert earlier this month. CNN's coverage similarly linked the cancellation to what it described as 'Macklemore drama.'
The Los Angeles Times and Fox News both characterized the weather cancellation as the latest setback for Sheeran's tour, referring to it as his 'Loop tour.' Gillette Stadium is owned by Robert Kraft, who also owns the New England Patriots, as noted by CBC News, The Independent and The Daily Wire.
How each side covered it
Left
- Outlets reported Ed Sheeran's Gillette Stadium concerts were canceled due to a nor'easter, citing tour promoter Messina Touring.
- Several outlets noted the cancellations were part of a broader wave affecting Global Citizen, CBGB and All Things Go events.
- CNN and others tied the cancellation to ongoing 'Macklemore drama' surrounding the tour.
- Reports highlighted that the venue is owned by Robert Kraft, linking the story to a recognizable figure.
“Ed Sheeran's Gillette Stadium concerts canceled over weather, Macklemore drama” — CNN
Center
- Center outlets reported the weather-related cancellation while also framing it within Sheeran's broader tour troubles.
- Several pieces, including The Hill and Newsweek, connected the cancellation directly to the earlier controversy over Macklemore's removal amid Palestine-related comments.
- Axios characterized the tour as having 'gone off the rails' over a three-week span.
- Coverage noted the storm warnings as the immediate cause while referencing prior turmoil.
“Nor'easter cancels Ed Sheeran concerts at Gillette Stadium after controversy over Macklemore, Palestine” — The Hill
Right
- Right-leaning outlets described the cancellations as a 'fresh setback' or 'blow' to an already troubled tour.
- The Daily Wire and others emphasized the ongoing drama from Macklemore being dropped as opening act.
- Coverage noted the venue's ownership by Robert Kraft, owner of the New England Patriots.
- Reports framed the nor'easter as compounding existing difficulties for Sheeran's tour.
“Ed Sheeran's Gillette Stadium concerts called off as troubled tour faces fresh setback” — Fox News
Questions readers ask
Why were Ed Sheeran's Gillette Stadium concerts canceled?
The concerts were canceled due to severe weather from an incoming nor'easter, according to tour promoter Messina Touring and multiple news outlets.
What is the Macklemore controversy connected to this cancellation?
According to The Hill and The Daily Wire, Macklemore was dropped from Ed Sheeran's tour bill after making comments supporting the pro-Palestinian movement at a concert earlier this month. Some outlets, including CNN and Sky News, referenced this controversy alongside the weather cancellation.
Who owns Gillette Stadium?
Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, is owned by Robert Kraft, who also owns the New England Patriots.
Were other concerts affected by the same storm?
Yes. According to the Associated Press, Global Citizen, CBGB and All Things Go also canceled concerts because of the nor'easter.
What tour was Ed Sheeran on when the concerts were canceled?
The Los Angeles Times referred to it as Sheeran's 'Loop tour' in its coverage of the cancellation.
Sources · 35 outlet reports
- Associated PressLeft-leaningEd Sheeran, Global Citizen, CBGB and All Things Go cancel concerts because of nor’easter
- CBC NewsLeft-leaningEd Sheeran’s shows at Robert Kraft’s Gillette Stadium cancelled due to bad weather
- CBS NewsLeft-leaningEd Sheeran's Gillette Stadium concerts canceled due to nor'easter, tour promoter says
- CNNLeft-leaningEd Sheeran’s Gillette Stadium concerts canceled over weather, Macklemore drama
- Los Angeles TimesLeft-leaningEd Sheeran's Gillette Stadium shows canceled due to weather in latest snag for his Loop tour
- NBC NewsLeft-leaningEd Sheeran shows at Gillette Stadium are canceled due to weather
- Rolling StoneLeft-leaningEd Sheeran’s Gillette Stadium Shows Canceled Due to ‘Severe Weather Forecast’
- The GuardianLeft-leaningEd Sheeran’s concerts in Massachusetts canceled due to severe weather
- The Hollywood ReporterLeft-leaningEd Sheeran Gillette Stadium Concerts Canceled Due to Extreme Weather
- The IndependentLeft-leaningEd Sheeran’s concerts at Robert Kraft’s Gillette stadium canceled hours before showtime
- The MirrorLeft-leaningEd Sheeran tour shows axed hours before showtime in ‘difficult decision’ after weather warning
- The New RepublicLeft-leaningEd Sheeran Forced to Cancel Concerts at Robert Kraft’s Stadium
- USA TodayLeft-leaningEd Sheeran Gillette Stadium concerts canceled due to nor'easter
- AxiosCenterHow Ed Sheeran's U.S. tour went off the rails in 3 weeks
- BBC NewsCenterEd Sheeran concerts cancelled becuase of bad weather
- BBC SportCenterEd Sheeran concerts cancelled becuase of bad weather
- BillboardCenterEd Sheeran Dates at Gillette Stadium Cancelled Due to Severe Weather Warnings
- DeadlineCenterEd Sheeran’s Controversial Gillette Stadium Concerts Canceled As Boston Braces For Nor’easter
- ForbesCenterEd Sheeran Concerts At Billionaire Robert Kraft’s Gillette Stadium Canceled Over Weather Concerns
- Global NewsCenterEd Sheeran’s Gillette Stadium concerts cancelled due to severe weather
- NewsNationCenterEd Sheeran shows at Robert Kraft’s stadium canceled due to bad weather
- NewsweekCenterEd Sheeran Weekend Concerts Canceled Over Weather After Macklemore Fallout
- RTÉ NewsCenterEd Sheeran US shows cancelled over 'severe weather'
- Sky NewsCenterEd Sheeran concerts cancelled due to 'severe weather warnings'
- The HillCenterNor’easter cancels Ed Sheeran concerts at Gillette Stadium after controversy over Macklemore, Palestine
- The Irish TimesCenterEd Sheeran gigs at Massachusetts stadium owned by Macklemore critic cancelled over weather
- UPICenterEd Sheeran concerts at Gillette Stadium canceled due to weather
- Fox NewsRight-leaningEd Sheeran's Gillette Stadium concerts called off as troubled tour faces fresh setback
- GB NewsRight-leaningEd Sheeran concerts cancelled amid Palestine controversy due to 'extreme weather'
- Independent Journal ReviewRight-leaningStorm Warnings Cancel Two Ed Sheeran Concerts
- The Daily WireRight-leaningEd Sheeran Concerts Canceled At Robert Kraft’s Stadium
- The SunRight-leaningEd Sheeran gigs at stadium owned by billionaire at heart of Palestine row axed
- The TelegraphRight-leaningEd Sheeran gigs cancelled in fresh blow to tour
- The Washington TimesRight-leaningEd Sheeran’s Gillette Stadium concerts scrapped as nor’easter bears down
- Toronto SunRight-leaningEd Sheeran’s weekend shows at Gillette Stadium cancelled: 'DIFFICULT DECISION'