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Pete Davidson Stoked as He Prepares to Welcome First Child

Davidson credits his childhood loss with fueling his desire to be a present father, reflecting on the guidance he’s received from fellow comedians

Overview

  • Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt are expecting their first child, with the baby due in early winter
  • Speaking on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Davidson said he was “stoked” and “never been more excited” about becoming a dad
  • Co-star Eddie Murphy offered no parenting tips, advising that fatherhood is an individual journey and you’re “on your own”
  • Kenan Thompson revealed he learned of the pregnancy days before the public announcement and expects Davidson to be a dedicated father
  • Keke Palmer demonstrated balancing on-set work and newborn care during filming of The Pickup, inspiring Davidson with a real-world parenting example