Career Timeline of Pete Davidson: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Pete Davidson made an impact.

Pete Davidson is an American comedian, actor, and writer. He gained prominence as a cast member on Saturday Night Live (SNL) from 2014 to 2022, where he was known for his stand-up, sketch comedy, and "Weekend Update" appearances. Prior to SNL, Davidson had minor roles in television shows. His comedic style often incorporates elements of his personal life, including his struggles with mental health and relationships, making him a relatable figure for many viewers. Since leaving SNL, Davidson has continued to pursue acting and stand-up, solidifying his place in popular culture.

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2004: Referenced the film Soul Plane in Roast

During the Comedy Central Roast in March 2015, Pete Davidson made a joke at the expense of Soul Plane, referencing the film's impact on him considering his father's death during the September 11 attacks. The movie Soul Plane was released in 2004.

February 28, 2013: First Onscreen Appearance in Failosophy

On February 28, 2013, Pete Davidson's earliest onscreen appearance was in the third episode of the MTV comedy series Failosophy.

September 27, 2014: Debuted on Saturday Night Live

On September 27, 2014, Pete Davidson joined the cast of Saturday Night Live with the show's 40th-season premiere, becoming the first SNL cast member born in the 1990s.

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2014: Acquired Role in Sober Companion Pilot

In 2014, Pete Davidson acquired a role in a Fox comedy pilot, Sober Companion, but it ultimately did not make it to series.

2014: Joined Saturday Night Live

In 2014, Pete Davidson joined the cast of the NBC late-night sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live, marking a significant step in his career.

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March 2015: Roasted Justin Bieber on Comedy Central

In March 2015, Pete Davidson was a roaster on the Comedy Central Roast of Justin Bieber, and his set was praised as one of the best of the show.

2015: Filmed Trainwreck

In 2015, Pete Davidson filmed a small part in the Judd Apatow feature film comedy Trainwreck.

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2016: Released Comedy Special Pete Davidson: SMD

In 2016, Pete Davidson released his first comedy special, Pete Davidson: SMD.

January 2019: Announced "Sundays with Pete & John" Comedy Tour

In January 2019, it was announced that Pete Davidson would be touring with John Mulaney in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts for a limited series of comedy shows titled "Sundays with Pete & John".

January 19, 2019: Referenced Instagram Post on SNL

On January 19, 2019, Pete Davidson and John Mulaney made humorous references to the Instagram post during the Weekend Update segment of Saturday Night Live.

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March 2019: Catholic Diocese Demands Apology for SNL Sketch

In March 2019, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Brooklyn demanded an apology from Pete Davidson after an SNL sketch where he compared the Catholic Church to R. Kelly.

2019: Starred in Big Time Adolescence

In 2019 Pete Davidson starred in Jason Orley's Big Time Adolescence, and had supporting roles in other movies.

February 2020: Released Stand Up Special Alive from New York on Netflix

In February 2020, Pete Davidson released his stand up special Alive from New York on Netflix.

May 2020: The King of Staten Island was released

In May 2020, The King of Staten Island was released, which Davidson both starred in and co-wrote with Judd Apatow, who also directed.

2020: SNL Crenshaw Apology

In 2020, During his Netflix special Alive from New York, Davidson implied that he only apologized to Dan Crenshaw because he was told to do so.

2020: Co-Wrote and Starred in The King of Staten Island

In 2020, Pete Davidson co-wrote and starred in the semi-autobiographical comedy-drama film The King of Staten Island.

April 2021: Cast as Joey Ramone in Netflix Biopic

In April 2021, Pete Davidson was cast as Joey Ramone in a Netflix biopic I Slept With Joey Ramone, based on the late singer's brother's memoir of the same name.

August 2021: Appeared as Blackguard in The Suicide Squad

In August 2021, Pete Davidson appeared as Blackguard in The Suicide Squad directed by James Gunn.

October 2021: Spotted with Kim Kardashian

In October 2021, Pete Davidson and Kim Kardashian were first spotted together following Kardashian's appearance on Saturday Night Live (SNL). During her time hosting SNL, they shared an on-screen kiss in a Disney-themed sketch playing Jasmine and Aladdin.

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2021: Starred in The Suicide Squad

In 2021, Pete Davidson acted in films such as The Suicide Squad.

March 2022: Blue Origin Announces Davidson as Honorary Guest, Later Withdraws

In March 2022, Blue Origin announced that Pete Davidson would be an honorary guest on the NS-20 suborbital flight of its New Shepard craft. Later that month, it was announced that Davidson was "no longer able" to join the crew.