Pete Davidson's early life and career milestones that shaped his path to becoming a comedian and actor.
Birth
November 16, 1993
Pete Davidson was born Peter Michael Davidson in Staten Island, New York, to parents Amy and Scott Davidson.
Father's Death
September 11, 2001
Scott Davidson, Pete's father, died while responding to the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, deeply traumatizing Pete.
School and Early Struggles
2001-2014
Pete had problems in school and at one point ripped out all his hair until he was bald. He also had suicidal thoughts as a child and attempted suicide at age 9.
Joining Saturday Night Live
2014
At 20 years old, Pete Davidson became one of the youngest cast members of the sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live.
