The Tragic Mask Behind the Comedy of Pete Davidson

The Tragic Mask Behind the Comedy of Pete Davidson

Pete Davidson has carved a reputation for himself as more than just a comedian. This brilliant individual has made some iconic appearances on Saturday Night Live and has also popped his head in and out of MTV shows such as Guy Code, Wild ‘n Out and Fallosophy. He is also famous for his relationship with his ex-girlfriend, pop star Ariana Grande.

Pete Davidson seen on the set for

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Even though Davidson has managed to climb the ladder of success, his life has not always been a bed of roses. Here is a peek into the tragic life of this famous comedian.

The September 11 Attacks Resulted in a Personal Loss

Pete Davidson happened to lose his father to the attacks that occurred at the World Trade Centre on that fateful day of September 11, 2001. He was just seven years old when this happened.

A young Pete Davidson with his father, Scott.

A young Pete Davidson with his father, Scott. Source: washingtonpost.com

At such a young age, Davidson found it challenging to deal with his father’s loss. He was forced to seek assistance from mental health professionals to deal with this traumatic incident.

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