Pete Davidson: Unveiling Celeb Romance Rollercoasters, Career Milestones, and Beyond
Explore Pete Davidson's rise to fame, iconic relationships with stars like Ariana Grande and Cazzie David, and career highlights in this captivating journey through the years
Pete Davidson, the reigning king of Staten Island, has experienced both triumphs and tribulations over the years. He rose to fame in the entertainment world during the early 2010s, captivating audiences with his appearances on Guy Code in 2013 and becoming one of Saturday Night Live's youngest cast members at just 20 years old in 2014.
Davidson has been dedicated to raising awareness about mental health throughout his career, both on the sketch comedy show and in his personal life. During an interview on the “WTF With Marc Maron” podcast in September 2017, he disclosed his diagnosis of borderline personality disorder.
Sharing his experiences, Davidson revealed, "I've been using marijuana for a long time. But around October or September of last year, I started having these intense mental breakdowns. I would completely lose control and then have no recollection of what happened afterwards. It was like a blind rage." Seeking help, he decided to go to rehab and quit using marijuana. However, his doctors informed him that he might have bipolar disorder, leading to one of his psychiatrists formally diagnosing him with borderline personality disorder.
The next month, he opened up about his diagnosis of borderline personality disorder on SNL.
"In the October 2017 episode, he revealed, "I've recently been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder, which is a type of depression. If you suspect you're dealing with depression, I encourage you to seek professional help and discuss medication options with your doctor. Additionally, taking care of your physical well-being by following a balanced diet and engaging in regular exercise can have a significant impact."
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As Davidson embraces and learns from his personal challenges, his public achievements persist. In May 2020, he unveiled his semiautobiographical film, The King of Staten Island, in which he both stars and co-writes. This endeavor garnered him a nomination for the People's Choice Award for Comedy Movie Star of 2020.
Apart from his professional endeavors, the actor from Suicide Squad is recognized for his high-profile romantic relationships. From his two-year partnership with Cazzie David to his whirlwind engagement and subsequent breakup with Ariana Grande.
In April 2021, it was confirmed that the writer was in a relationship with Phoebe Dynevor, known for her role in Bridgerton.
According to a source, they are content in each other's company, with the writer's humor and charm making a positive impression. Described as easy-going and enjoyable to be around, Pete is recognized as a good person.
Four months later, however, the couple ended their relationship. According to an insider who spoke to Us in August 2021, the distance between them became a challenge and made it difficult to sustain their relationship. The insider also mentioned that they had a wonderful time together during their time as a couple.
Despite hinting at a possible departure from SNL after its 46th season, Davidson surprised everyone by returning for another season in October 2021. Expressing his disbelief, he exclaimed, "I can't believe I'm back!" during the premiere of season 47.
Weeks later, his personal life grabbed attention once more as he was seen socializing with Kim Kardashian before Halloween. In November 2021, the couple publicly acknowledged their relationship when they were captured holding hands in Palm Springs, California. Us reported in August 2022 that the couple had mutually decided to end their relationship after less than a year together.
Keep scrolling to reminisce about Davidson's noteworthy moments in his career and personal life:
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Pete Davidson Through the Years: A-List Relationships, Career Highlights and More
All hail the king of Staten Island! Pete Davidson has had his fair share of highs and lows through the years — from professional successes to broken engagements.
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During the early 2010s, the comedian gained significant recognition in the entertainment industry through his role in Guy Code in 2013 and his inclusion as one of the youngest cast members on Saturday Night Live at the age of 20 in 2014.
In both his tenure on the sketch comedy show and outside of it, Davidson has been dedicated to raising awareness about mental health. In September 2017, he openly disclosed his diagnosis of borderline personality disorder when he appeared on the “WTF With Marc Maron” podcast.
"I have been a marijuana user for a long time. In around October or September last year, I started experiencing these episodes of mental breakdowns, during which I would freak out and then have no recollection of what happened afterwards. It was like being consumed by blind rage," he disclosed during the show. "Although I hadn't really done any drugs before, I decided to seek help by going to rehab. I thought it could potentially be beneficial. So, I embarked on that journey and quit marijuana. They informed me that I might have bipolar disorder...and one of my psychiatrists confirmed the diagnosis."
The following month, he openly discussed his diagnosis on SNL.
"I want to share with you all that I have recently been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder, which is a type of depression," he revealed during an episode in October 2017. "If any of you are experiencing depression, I encourage you to consult a doctor for medication and also prioritize your overall well-being. A balanced diet and regular exercise can truly make a significant difference."
Despite facing his own personal challenges, Davidson's success in the public eye has continued to flourish. In May 2020, he released his semi-autobiographical film, The King of Staten Island, which he both starred in and co-wrote. The movie earned him a nomination for the Comedy Movie Star of 2020 at the People's Choice Awards.
The actor, famous for his role in Suicide Squad, is widely recognized for his high-profile romantic involvements, including a two-year partnership with Cazzie David and a brief and intense engagement with Ariana Grande. In April 2021, it was verified that the actor was in a romantic relationship with Phoebe Dynevor, the acclaimed star of Bridgerton.
"They have a strong bond, finding joy in each other's company. Pete's charming nature and sense of humor never fail to bring laughter to her. He is a genuinely good person," revealed a source. "Pete's laid-back and enjoyable personality makes him easy to be around."
However, after four months, the couple decided to end their relationship. "The physical distance between them became a burden and made it difficult to sustain," revealed an insider in August 2021. The informant also mentioned that they had a wonderful time together during their relationship.
Davidson had hinted at leaving SNL after season 46 but surprised everyone by returning for season 47 in October 2021. During the premiere, he expressed his disbelief at being back.
A few weeks later, Davidson's personal life garnered attention once again as he was seen spending time with Kim Kardashian before Halloween. In November 2021, the pair confirmed their relationship by being photographed holding hands in Palm Springs, California. However, in August 2022, it was confirmed that the couple had mutually ended their relationship after less than a year.
Scroll down to look back at Davidson’s career highlights and personal life:
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September 2001
Davidson was 7 years old when his father, a firefighter, died in the terrorist attack at the World Trade Center in NYC on September 11, 2001.
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2013
Davidson sent Us into a frenzy in 2013 when he starred on Guy Code and shared his insight on all things love, sex and popular culture.
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2014
In 2014, the New York native joined the cast of Saturday Night Live and has been candid with fans about his love life, mental health battle.
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2015
Davidson earned his first big-screen role in 2015’s Trainwreck and went on to star in 2018’s Set it Up.
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2015
In 2015, Davidson casually dated Girl Code star Carly Aquilino, according to Complex.
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May 2016
Davidson proceeded to have an on-and-off relationship with Cazzie David between May 2016 and early 2018. In September 2017, he openly expressed his admiration for the creator of Eighty-Sixed, stating in an interview with Entertainment Tonight that he considers himself "extremely fortunate" to be with someone as supportive as her.
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October 2017
Davidson has been candid about his struggles with his mental well-being ever since he was diagnosed with borderline personality disorder in October 2017. In a heartfelt statement during his appearance on Saturday Night Live following his diagnosis, he encouraged individuals who suspect they may be dealing with depression to seek professional help and explore the possibility of medication. Additionally, he emphasized the significant impact that maintaining a balanced diet and incorporating exercise into one's routine can have on their overall mental health.
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June 2018
The actor became engaged to Ariana Grande in June 2018 just weeks after they began dating. However, their relationship ended in October. During their whirlwind romance, they cohabited in an apartment and even adopted a pet pig. Grande also honored their love by naming a song after Davidson.
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2018
The actor who starred in Brooklyn Nine-Nine boasts over 40 tattoos, with each holding significant value. These tattoos range from commemorating his beloved father to commemorating his brief relationship with Grande. However, many of these tattoos have since been eliminated or concealed.
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January 2018
The Dirt star,
and seemed to be following him around. She was not interested in engaging with anyone else who approached her. However, their relationship came to an end in April 2019.
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2019
Davidson headed into 2019 as a single man. While he was spotted out with women and on a dating app, he put his career first and performed several comedy shows in the new year.
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January 2019
The actor and John Mulaney have maintained a close friendship over the years, going on a stand-up tour together at the beginning of 2019.
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March 2019
Davidson and Machine Gun Kelly proved they're the closest pals when they passed Vanity Fair's lie detector test with flying colors in March 2019.
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August 2019
Davidson and actress Margaret Qualley sparked a romantic connection in August 2019. An insider revealed to Us that the couple had been dating for a few months, and Margaret was enthused about their relationship. Although they went their separate ways in October 2019, sources informed Us that they have managed to maintain a friendship.
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October 2019
After a two-episode absence, the comedian made his highly-anticipated comeback to Saturday Night Live on October 12, 2019. His absence was due to his filming commitments for The Suicide Squad in Atlanta.
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November 2019
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started dating model Kaia Gerber in November 2019. Their relationship was made public after they were spotted together on a casual outing in October in New York City's SoHo neighborhood. A source who witnessed the pair mentioned that they appeared to be enjoying their time together over a meal, as they laughed and engaged in conversation. Despite their apparent connection, there were no public displays of affection. However, their romance came to an end in January 2020.
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May 2020
Davidson’s semi-autobiographical movie, The King of Staten Island, was released in May 2020.
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April 2021
The era comes to an end! In April 2021, Davidson made an announcement that he has finally moved out of his mother's basement. "I have now completely moved out. I have my own place," he excitedly shared during a Zoom call, which was later posted on TikTok.
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April 2021
Following much speculation about his romantic relationship, it was confirmed by Us that the actor from Suicide Squad started dating Phoebe Dynevor in April 2021. The couple initially ignited rumors of their romance when they were seen together in the U.K. one month prior. Unfortunately, their relationship came to an end in August 2021.
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June 2021
The Trainwreck actor hinted at being ready to move on from SNL after the show’s 46th season.
“I don’t know what the plan is. Everything’s kind of up in the air right now just depending on scheduling,” he told Gold Derby in June 2021.
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October 2021
Though Davidson had previously suggested that he might not come back for his eighth season of SNL, viewers were thrilled to spot his name in the credits when the season 47 premiere debuted in October 2021. Making an appearance on “Weekend Update,” the star of Meet Cute took a moment to honor the late Norm Macdonald, who had passed away two weeks prior to the episode's broadcast.
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October 2021
Davidson's dating life once again made headlines in October 2021 when he was seen hanging out with Kardashian amidst her separation from Kanye West. Just days later, they had dinner together two nights in a row. Within a few weeks, the couple confirmed their relationship through some casual affection. In November 2021, an insider told Us magazine that this romance with the actor was a positive transition for Kim after years of intense moments in her life. They mentioned that she was learning to move past daily stresses and focus on enjoying the fun and exciting aspects of her life.
In August 2022, Us magazine later confirmed that Davidson and Kardashian had ended their relationship.
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February 2022
In February 2022, as Kardashian began dating Davidson, West publicly criticized the comedian multiple times. The rapper went so far as to share alleged text message screenshots, including one where Kardashian accused West of creating a harmful and frightening environment that could harm Davidson. During this feud, Davidson reactivated his Instagram account, leading some fans to speculate that he subtly shaded West by featuring a clip from the 1982 film The King of Comedy in his bio. However, after this apparent snub gained attention, Davidson quickly deactivated his Instagram account once again.
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May 2022
Davidson confirmed his variety show exit in May 2022 amid the season 47 finale.
“I never envisioned this to be my reality. Look at me when I first arrived here: In those days, I was just this thin youngster, and no one could discern my ethnicity. But now, everyone acknowledges that I am Caucasian, as I have achieved remarkable success while scarcely attending work," he humorously remarked during the "Weekend Update" segment at that time. "I am grateful to Saturday Night Live for constantly supporting me. Thank you, Lorne [Michaels], for never giving up on me or passing judgment, even when everyone else did, and for believing in me and granting me a place that I could call my home, with memories that will endure a lifetime."
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November 2022
In November 2022, it was confirmed that Davidson and Emily Ratajkowski were in a relationship. This came after Davidson's split from Kardashian and Ratajkowski's breakup from husband Sebastian Bear-McClard. According to an exclusive source, Davidson and Ratajkowski had been talking for a couple of months and were in the early stages of their relationship, but both had strong feelings for each other. Several weeks later, they publicly debuted their romance by attending a New York Knicks game together, where they were seen enjoying each other's company and sharing laughs.
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June 2023
Davidson allegedly checked into rehab to address his struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder and borderline personality disorder. He sought treatment after leaving a voicemail for PETA executive Daphna Nachminovitch, who had criticized his decision to buy a cavapoo puppy for his mother. Davidson explained that his intention was to bring joy to his family, but he was already upset due to the store filming him without consent or acknowledgement. He felt that PETA had publicly shamed his grieving family, worsening their already difficult situation. While acknowledging that his choice of words was inappropriate, Davidson stood by his action of defending himself and his family.
