Ed Sheeran 'wouldn't have a career' without Jamal Edwards

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Ed Sheeran says he wouldn't have a career without Jamal Edwards. The 'Shape of You' hitmaker paid tribute to the late entrepreneur - who also helped launch the careers of the likes of Jessie J and Dave after setting up his music platform SBTV in 2006 - as he performed at a memorial concert this week following Jamal's tragic death aged 31 in February.

On Tuesday (20. 09. 22), Ed performed at the Outernet in London for the inaugural fundraiser for The Jamal Edwards Self Belief Trust, and said: "He was just all about finding people and showing people new opportunities, at a time where the industry was mostly based in London. "My manager, my record label, saw me first on SBTV.

I really don't think I would have been allowed through certain doors if it hadn't been for Jamal putting his arm around me. " The gala was hosted by Terry Crews, with Ed headlining a stacked lineup featuring Jessie Ware, Fireboy DML, Queen Millz, Max Cyrus and Roman Kemp, plus a surprise appearance from Lewis Capaldi.

A live auction raised over £105,000 for the trust, with prizes including an exclusive, private tour of Abbey Road Studios, a signed David Beckham Inter Miami FC shirt, and press pass access to London Fashion Week 2023.