Singer Dua Lipa has ended her professional relationship with her long-time agent David Levy after a dispute over Belfast rap group Kneecap’s performance at Glastonbury Festival.
Levy, a senior agent at William Morris Endeavor (WME), was among the signatories of a letter sent to Glastonbury founder Michael Eavis and co-organizer Emily Eavis. The letter urged the festival to remove Kneecap from the lineup, citing concerns that the group’s pro-Palestinian stance and past controversies could fuel anti-Semitism. The private communication was later leaked, revealing its signatories.
Despite the campaign, Kneecap performed at Glastonbury. One member, Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh (Mo Chara), was on bail at the time, facing charges related to allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag at a 2023 event. Police later confirmed no further action would be taken following complaints about their festival performance.
Industry sources reported that Lipa, an outspoken supporter of Palestinian rights, decided to no longer work with Levy. However, she remains represented by WME under a different agent. Lipa has previously condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza, describing them as “genocide,” while also acknowledging the loss of Israeli lives during the October 7 attacks.
The controversy reflects ongoing tensions in the music industry over artists’ political positions on the Israel-Palestine conflict. Bristol-based band Massive Attack has also severed ties with Levy over his stance.
Kosovan-born Dua Lipa, 30, is engaged to actor Callum Turner and continues to use her platform to speak on global political issues, particularly regarding Gaza and Palestine.
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