Irish singer-songwriter, born Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson.
Case
After Macklemore’s “Free Palestine” remarks at MetLife, the tour promoter said upcoming venues would not allow him on the lineup and he would miss remaining U.S. dates. Macklemore attributed the outcome to venue pressure; Robert Kraft confirmed barring him from Gillette Stadium.
Role at the time: Singer-songwriter, commenting beneath Macklemore’s statement
Statement summary
The Irish singer-songwriter CMAT commented on Macklemore’s statement with the phrase that prompted his removal.
“Free Palestine.”
Relative to Macklemore’s speech and removal, CMAT repeats the exact phrase he was dropped for using. Repeating the words at issue in direct response to his statement endorses the speech rather than offering general sympathy.
Statement dates: September 14, 2026
Statement dates: September 14, 2026
Statement dates: September 14, 2026
