Alyson Stoner
Role at the time: Actor and singer, commenting beneath Macklemore’s statement
Defended or excused
Statement summary
Alyson Stoner commented that Macklemore’s action mattered and would have lasting effect.
“Your action matters and will reverberate.”
Open source (opens in a new tab)Film stars to singers: The A-listers who are team Macklemore after Ed Sheeran booted him off tourParagraphs quoting individual commenters.
The Tab collects reactions to Macklemore’s statement, independently quoting Paloma Faith, Alyson Stoner, Greta Thunberg and Kehlani. It also lists many public figures who only liked or reacted to the post without commenting.
Why we used this label
Relative to Macklemore’s speech and removal, Stoner affirms the value of the stand he took rather than offering only personal sympathy. The comment is brief but evaluates the act itself.