Pink Breaks Silence on Macklemore Backlash: "A Repost Isn't a Statement, and a Meme Isn't a Spine"

Pink is finally speaking out after a very messy week in the comment section. It all started when she reposted a StopAntisemitism message criticizing Macklemore’s pro-Palestinian remarks during his opening sets for Ed Sheeran at MetLife Stadium on September 4 and 5, where Macklemore chanted“Free Palestine”and performed“Hind’s Hall.”Pink followed the repost with some snarky memes once the backlash started rolling in.

On Friday, September 11, she posted an Instagram statement setting the record straight. Pink said the repost“contained words I did not write”and took ownership of her meme response, saying that was“on me.”She also reminded followers she was born Jewish and stands by the comments she made back in October 2023. Her statement struck a dual note: Pink reaffirmed that Hamas is a terrorist organization while also saying Palestinians deserve a future that honors their humanity. Meanwhile, critics have petitioned to remove Macklemore from the remaining Loop Tour dates, so this conversation is far from wrapped.

Pink made one thing clear at the end of it all. She’s not going quiet, she’s just going to keep saying things in her own words from here on out. So do you think celebrities should weigh in on conflicts like this, or does it get too messy when the memes start flying? Drop your take in the comments.