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Ed Sheeran

The latest news on Ed Sheeran, English singer-songwriter, including music news and updates.

Born

17 Feb 1991

Industry

Entertainment, Music

Job Title

Singer

A person takes pictures as waves crash into a seawall on Long Island Sound in Rye, New York, on Saturday. Photo: Reuters

Extreme weather

Powerful storm pummels northeast US with rain and high winds

An unusually strong nor’easter is threatening to bring flooding and road closures to New York, Boston and Philadelphia.

27 Sep 2026 - 6:17AM

Israel-Gaza war

Ed Sheeran calls Gaza situation ‘unjustifiable’ after Macklemore exit furore

20 Sep 2026 - 2:21PM

Israel-Gaza war

Acts quit Ed Sheeran tour in solidarity with Macklemore over Palestinian remarks

16 Sep 2026 - 10:47AM

Chinese zodiac predictions

Horoscopes: what does July 2026, Wood Goat month, hold for your zodiac sign?

It’s a time of intense summer heat and Wood Goat energy, calling for protection against ‘damp’ imbalances – so what does July hold for your sign?

9 Jul 2026 - 2:00PM

What’s your luck like in the current Goat month, according to Chinese astrology? Illustration: SCMP Graphics

Fame and celebrity

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to wed at Madison Square Garden, insider says

New York is bracing itself for the superstar singer and football player’s nuptials, with Mayor Zohran Mamdani adding to the hype.

2 Jul 2026 - 11:06AM

Fame and celebrity

Meet Maisie Peters, the singer still waiting on her Taylor Swift wedding invite

The English musician, who’s also toured with Ed Sheeran and Noah Kahan, joked that she may not make the guest list after gushing over Hilary Duff.

30 May 2026 - 6:00PM

TV shows and streaming video

One-take wonder: the making of One Shot with Ed Sheeran in New York City

In the show, helmed by Adolescence director Philip Barantini, Ed Sheeran is filmed roaming New York City in the afternoon before his gig.

1 Dec 2025 - 7:15PMvideocam

Ed Sheeran in a still from the Netflix series One Shot with Ed Sheeran, which was filmed in one take in New York. Photo: TNS

American cinema

Review | Zootopia 2: Disney’s formulaic sequel delights with visual wit

Full of puns, visual gags and a song written by Shakira and Ed Sheeran seemingly on constant play, Zootopia 2 is a fun if predictable watch.

26 Nov 2025 - 2:17AMvideocam

Icons and Influencers

How Selena Gomez’s wedding brought Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran back together

The hitmaking BFFs reunited at Gomez and Benny Blanco’s private ceremony alongside fellow guests Zoe Saldaña, Steve Martin and Paul Rudd.

3 Oct 2025 - 12:00PM

Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s fairy tale wedding

The actress wed her musician partner this past weekend – and it was a star-studded affair with guests including Paul Rudd, Paris Hilton, SZA and Cara Delevingne.

29 Sep 2025 - 3:48PM

Only Murders in the Building actress Selena Gomez and music producer Benny Blanco just got married. Photo: @selenagomez/Instagram

United States

Singer Selena Gomez marries Benny Blanco in star-studded ceremony

Singers Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran were among the guests who attended the wedding in southern California.

28 Sep 2025 - 1:51PM

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco at the Emmy Awards in Los Angeles on September 14. Photo: Los Angeles Times/TNS

Horoscopes

Chinese horoscopes: what’s your luck like for July 2025, the Water Goat month?

Famous names born in the Year of the Goat include Ed Sheeran, Nicole Kidman, Bill Gates, Steve Jobs and Coco Chanel. Here’s a look at what the current Goat month has in store for you.

9 Jul 2025 - 3:01PM

Fame and celebrity

From sleeping in cars to topping the charts, the story of Alex Warren

As anticipation mounts over his debut album featuring Jelly Roll and Blackpink’s Rosé, Warren is enjoying married life with soulmate Kouvr Annon and rubbing shoulders with Ed Sheeran at Coachella.

21 Jun 2025 - 7:00AM

Timepieces

7 timepiece moments from March and April 2025

Despite the industry entering uncertain territory amid Trump’s swingeing tariffs, watch aficionados can still count on stylish new pieces from Audemars Piguet, Breguet, MB&F and more.

15 May 2025 - 3:31PM

From left: Donald Trump announces reciprocal tariffs which may cause watch prices to soar; Roger Federer was spotted wearing the Rolex Land-Dweller prior to Watches & Wonders; MB&F and Eric Giroud release the M.A.D.2. Photos: Reuters, Rolex, Handout

Music

The 10 most lucrative concert tours of all time, from Taylor Swift to U2

Rock gods and pop icons alike are taking to the road on elaborate, years-long world tours that rake in the cash, with takings starting in the millions and now climbing into the billions of dollars

22 Apr 2025 - 11:24AM

Elton John, Taylor Swift and Harry Styles: on the road to staggering concert returns. Photos: TNS; @harrystyles/Instagram

Music

Who is Aaron Dessner, Taylor Swift’s writing partner since Folklore days?

Dessner – who many fans prefer to Swift’s other writing partner Jack Antonoff – worked with Swift on Evermore and Midnights, as well as several of her re-recorded ‘Taylor’s Version’ albums.

17 Feb 2025 - 5:00AM

India

Video | Ed Sheeran ‘unplugged’ in India

The singer-songwriter later posted on social media that he had received permission to perform

11 Feb 2025 - 12:40PM

India

Police in India shut down Ed Sheeran’s impromptu street concert

Footage showed a policeman walking up to Sheeran as he was singing and unplugging his microphone, as onlookers jeered.

11 Feb 2025 - 12:46PMvideocam

British singer Ed Sheeran reacts after an Indian policeman unplugged his microphone amid an impromptu street performance in Bengaluru on February 9, 2025. Photo: X/aaraynsh

Music

Ed Sheeran to make history with concert in Bhutan

The Himalayan kingdom welcomes the superstar British musician to Thimphu for a concert in January 2025, with tickets starting at US$10.

29 Nov 2024 - 10:06PM

English Premier League

Singer Ed Sheeran buys minority stake in promoted hometown EPL club Ipswich

The Suffolk resident, who will own 1.4 per cent of the club, will not join their board but will have an executive box at Portman Road Stadium.

16 Aug 2024 - 12:17PM

Millionaires, billionaires and trillionaires

Meet Robert Kraft, billionaire owner of NFL’s Patriots – and Tay Tay fan

His business savvy and generous nature have won him many celebrity fans, and his wedding party performers included Elton John and Ed Sheeran

19 Feb 2024 - 4:00AM

Billionaire Patriots owner Robert Kraft is much loved by his celeb friends for his generous nature. Photo: Reuters

Fame and celebrity

Meet Amelia Dimoldenberg, who’s ‘dated’ Ed Sheeran, Paul Mescal and Cher

She sits front row at fashion shows next to Kylie Jenner and Drake keeps hassling her for a ‘date’ – so just who is Amelia Dimoldenberg?

19 Feb 2024 - 12:43PMvideocam

British comedian Amelia Dimoldenberg: from YouTube star to red carpet presenter. Photo: @ameliadimz/Instagram

Malaysia

Malaysia sticks with Ed Sheeran show amid calls to cancel over LGBTQ row

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said thorough vetting was done by all the agencies involved in granting permission for the event.

1 Feb 2024 - 9:37AM

Celebrity children

Meet singer Andrea Bocelli’s talented – and well-connected – son Matteo

From performing ‘Fall on Me’ and ‘Holy Night’ with his famous father to releasing his debut album Matteo, here’s what you need to know about Andrea Bocelli’s son

31 Jan 2024 - 5:00AMvideocam

Fame and celebrity

Who is Ed Sheeran’s low-profile wife Cherry Seaborn, who inspires his music?

An avid hockey player who did a master’s degree in the US, Seaborn had a career with Deloitte in New York and London – and survived a cancer diagnosis during her second pregnancy in 2022

30 Nov 2023 - 6:00AM

Ed Sheeran’s wife, Cherry Seaborn, had a career with Deloitte in New York and London – and survived a cancer diagnosis during her second pregnancy in 2022. Photo: Getty Images

Fame and celebrity

12 of the most tattoo-obsessed celebrities, from David Beckham to Rihanna

From Billie Eilish’s new back tattoo and Harry Styles’ graphic designs, to Kourtney Kardashian’s beau Travis Barker’s ink obsession – these 12 celebrities have gone all in on tattoos

30 Nov 2023 - 4:41AM

Tattoos are an important part of David Beckham, Angelina Jolie and Ed Sheeran’s lives. Photos: @_Beckham_75, @thequeenangiejolie, @sheerangalway/Instagram

Cambodia

Cambodia flight crew member wows with ‘sweet’ rendition of Ed Sheeran song

The male crew member belted out the British star’s 2017 hit to entertain passengers on a flight from Cambodia to Vietnam.

15 Jul 2023 - 1:18PM

Fame and celebrity

How Taylor Swift crafted the most lucrative world tour in history

Banking US$13 million a night, The Eras Tours is set to be the first billion-dollar tour in the history of music – how did Tay Tay do it?

9 Jul 2023 - 6:00AM

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Powerful storm pummels northeast US with rain and high winds

An unusually strong nor’easter is threatening to bring flooding and road closures to New York, Boston and Philadelphia.

Ed Sheeran calls Gaza situation ‘unjustifiable’ after Macklemore exit furore

Acts quit Ed Sheeran tour in solidarity with Macklemore over Palestinian remarks

Horoscopes: what does July 2026, Wood Goat month, hold for your zodiac sign?

It’s a time of intense summer heat and Wood Goat energy, calling for protection against ‘damp’ imbalances – so what does July hold for your sign?

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to wed at Madison Square Garden, insider says

New York is bracing itself for the superstar singer and football player’s nuptials, with Mayor Zohran Mamdani adding to the hype.

Meet Maisie Peters, the singer still waiting on her Taylor Swift wedding invite

The English musician, who’s also toured with Ed Sheeran and Noah Kahan, joked that she may not make the guest list after gushing over Hilary Duff.

One-take wonder: the making of One Shot with Ed Sheeran in New York City

In the show, helmed by Adolescence director Philip Barantini, Ed Sheeran is filmed roaming New York City in the afternoon before his gig.

.css-1f6sr3w{color:#727272;}Review | Zootopia 2: Disney’s formulaic sequel delights with visual wit

Full of puns, visual gags and a song written by Shakira and Ed Sheeran seemingly on constant play, Zootopia 2 is a fun if predictable watch.

How Selena Gomez’s wedding brought Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran back together

The hitmaking BFFs reunited at Gomez and Benny Blanco’s private ceremony alongside fellow guests Zoe Saldaña, Steve Martin and Paul Rudd.

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s fairy tale wedding

The actress wed her musician partner this past weekend – and it was a star-studded affair with guests including Paul Rudd, Paris Hilton, SZA and Cara Delevingne.

Singer Selena Gomez marries Benny Blanco in star-studded ceremony

Singers Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran were among the guests who attended the wedding in southern California.

Chinese horoscopes: what’s your luck like for July 2025, the Water Goat month?

Famous names born in the Year of the Goat include Ed Sheeran, Nicole Kidman, Bill Gates, Steve Jobs and Coco Chanel. Here’s a look at what the current Goat month has in store for you.

From sleeping in cars to topping the charts, the story of Alex Warren

As anticipation mounts over his debut album featuring Jelly Roll and Blackpink’s Rosé, Warren is enjoying married life with soulmate Kouvr Annon and rubbing shoulders with Ed Sheeran at Coachella.

7 timepiece moments from March and April 2025

Despite the industry entering uncertain territory amid Trump’s swingeing tariffs, watch aficionados can still count on stylish new pieces from Audemars Piguet, Breguet, MB&F and more.

The 10 most lucrative concert tours of all time, from Taylor Swift to U2

Rock gods and pop icons alike are taking to the road on elaborate, years-long world tours that rake in the cash, with takings starting in the millions and now climbing into the billions of dollars

Who is Aaron Dessner, Taylor Swift’s writing partner since Folklore days?

Dessner – who many fans prefer to Swift’s other writing partner Jack Antonoff – worked with Swift on Evermore and Midnights, as well as several of her re-recorded ‘Taylor’s Version’ albums.

Video | Ed Sheeran ‘unplugged’ in India

The singer-songwriter later posted on social media that he had received permission to perform

Police in India shut down Ed Sheeran’s impromptu street concert

Footage showed a policeman walking up to Sheeran as he was singing and unplugging his microphone, as onlookers jeered.

Ed Sheeran to make history with concert in Bhutan

The Himalayan kingdom welcomes the superstar British musician to Thimphu for a concert in January 2025, with tickets starting at US$10.

Singer Ed Sheeran buys minority stake in promoted hometown EPL club Ipswich

The Suffolk resident, who will own 1.4 per cent of the club, will not join their board but will have an executive box at Portman Road Stadium.

Meet Robert Kraft, billionaire owner of NFL’s Patriots – and Tay Tay fan

His business savvy and generous nature have won him many celebrity fans, and his wedding party performers included Elton John and Ed Sheeran

Meet Amelia Dimoldenberg, who’s ‘dated’ Ed Sheeran, Paul Mescal and Cher

She sits front row at fashion shows next to Kylie Jenner and Drake keeps hassling her for a ‘date’ – so just who is Amelia Dimoldenberg?

Malaysia sticks with Ed Sheeran show amid calls to cancel over LGBTQ row

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said thorough vetting was done by all the agencies involved in granting permission for the event.

Meet singer Andrea Bocelli’s talented – and well-connected – son Matteo

From performing ‘Fall on Me’ and ‘Holy Night’ with his famous father to releasing his debut album Matteo, here’s what you need to know about Andrea Bocelli’s son

Who is Ed Sheeran’s low-profile wife Cherry Seaborn, who inspires his music?

An avid hockey player who did a master’s degree in the US, Seaborn had a career with Deloitte in New York and London – and survived a cancer diagnosis during her second pregnancy in 2022

12 of the most tattoo-obsessed celebrities, from David Beckham to Rihanna

From Billie Eilish’s new back tattoo and Harry Styles’ graphic designs, to Kourtney Kardashian’s beau Travis Barker’s ink obsession – these 12 celebrities have gone all in on tattoos

Cambodia flight crew member wows with ‘sweet’ rendition of Ed Sheeran song

The male crew member belted out the British star’s 2017 hit to entertain passengers on a flight from Cambodia to Vietnam.

How Taylor Swift crafted the most lucrative world tour in history

Banking US$13 million a night, The Eras Tours is set to be the first billion-dollar tour in the history of music – how did Tay Tay do it?

Review | Zootopia 2: Disney’s formulaic sequel delights with visual wit