Dua Lipa has reportedly fired her longtime manager David Levy after learning of his alleged involvement in efforts to have Irish rap group Kneecap removed from the Glastonbury Festival lineup.
Reports claim Levy’s name appeared at the bottom of a confidential letter sent to festival founder Michael Eavis, urging that Kneecap be dropped due to their supposed political affiliations. The letter, described as “private and confidential”, was later leaked, prompting Lipa to sever ties with Levy once she became aware of his role.
Lipa, who has been vocal in her support for Palestine, has previously condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza as genocide and used her Instagram where she has over 80 million followers, to amplify her views. She has also taken part in protests criticising the UK’s involvement in the apartheid.
Despite the controversy, Kneecap performed at Glastonbury. Police inquiries into the matter were closed due to a lack of evidence. The group characterised the situation as an example of “political policing intimidation”. Group member Mo Chara still faces a separate case related to allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag at a different event.
Lipa remains signed with William Morris Endeavor (WME) but has appointed a new agent who reportedly aligns more closely with her political stance.
Meanwhile, her Radical Optimism world tour continues, following a recent performance at Madison Square Garden and with upcoming shows planned across North and South America through late 2025.