Rosie O’Donnell Challenges Pink Over Macklemore Controversy

In a video posted to Instagram, O’Donnell characterized the rapper as a "brave and bold" activist, arguing that Ed Sheeran was well aware of Macklemore’s political stance when he invited him to open his shows. O’Donnell pushed for clarity, asking why an artist’s appeal for peace would trigger such a sharp backlash. The comedian emphasized that she would like to hear the singer explain what she described as an "apparent change of heart" regarding her former collaborator.

Pink, who is Jewish, faced a wave of criticism after reposting content that accused Macklemore of spreading anti-Israel propaganda. She later clarified that her actions were not an endorsement of the backlash against the rapper’s "Free Palestine" chant. Instead, she pointed to a past incident where Macklemore wore a costume she found offensive, suggesting that historical grievances shaped her reaction to his recent onstage statements. Beyond the music industry dispute, O’Donnell used her platform to organize protests against Donald Trump’s visit to Ireland, continuing a long-standing personal feud that recently saw the White House label her a "nasty woman" following her guest-hosting appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!