Quick Info
| Profession | Rapper, singer, songwriter |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 19/06/1983 |
| Age | 43 years |
| Birthplace | Seattle, Washington, U.S. |
Latest News about Macklemore
08/09/2026
Macklemore faced backlash after voicing support for Palestine during an Ed Sheeran concert appearance. Coverage said he responded publicly by clarifying that his message was about Palestinian freedom and civilian suffering, not Jewish people.
06/09/2026
Reports said Macklemore drew criticism over a pro-Palestinian message during Ed Sheeran's MetLife Stadium show, with some groups calling for him to be removed from the tour. The controversy continued over the following days as he defended the remarks publicly.
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Bio/Wiki
| Birth Name | Benjamin Hammond Haggerty |
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| Stage Name | Macklemore |
| Known For | American rapper known for his solo work and partnership with Ryan Lewis |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | The Evergreen State College |
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Personal Life
| Raised In | Seattle, Washington |
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| Substance Use | Has publicly discussed struggles with drug addiction and recovery |
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Tricia Davis |
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Family
| Children | 3 |
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Career
| Years Active | 2000-present |
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| Debut | Open Your Eyes (2000) |
| Notable Collaboration | Macklemore & Ryan Lewis |
| Notable Works |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/macklemore/ | |
| https://x.com/macklemore |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He first performed under the name Professor Macklemore. | |
| 2. He began writing lyrics as a teenager. | |
| 3. He is from Seattle, Washington. | |
| 4. He has worked extensively with producer Ryan Lewis. |