Early Life and Education of Pete Davidson: A Complete Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 19, 2026

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Pete Davidson. A timeline of key moments.

Pete Davidson is an American comedian, actor, and writer who rose to prominence as a cast member on Saturday Night Live (SNL) from 2014 to 2022. Prior to SNL, he had minor roles in television shows like Brooklyn Nine-Nine and Wild 'n Out. His tenure on SNL significantly boosted his career, leading to further opportunities in film and television.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

November 16, 1993: Peter Michael Davidson's Birth

On November 16, 1993, Peter Michael Davidson was born. He is an American comedian, actor, and writer.

2011: Graduation from Xaverian High School

In 2011, Pete Davidson graduated from Xaverian High School in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn.

October 2015: Living in Brooklyn Heights

In October 2015, Pete Davidson lived in Brooklyn Heights, New York.

October 2016: Reveals Suicidal Thoughts

In October 2016, Pete Davidson revealed on The Breakfast Club morning radio show that he struggled with suicidal thoughts when he was younger and that the music of Kid Cudi saved his life.

2016: Supports Hillary Clinton

In 2016, Pete Davidson supported Hillary Clinton in the U.S. presidential election.

March 6, 2017: Announces Sobriety

On March 6, 2017, Pete Davidson announced on his Instagram account that he had quit drugs and was sober for the first time in eight years.

December 5, 2017: Hillary Clinton Tattoo

On December 5, 2017, Pete Davidson got a tattoo on his leg of Hillary Clinton, calling her his "hero", a "badass", and "one of the strongest people in the universe".

December 3, 2018: Expresses Suicidal Thoughts on Instagram

On December 3, 2018, Pete Davidson shared an Instagram post expressing thoughts of suicide before deleting his account, leading to a wellness check by the New York Police Department.

January 19, 2019: References Instagram Post on SNL

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

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2019: Living in Staten Island with his mother

In 2019, Pete Davidson lived in Staten Island with his mother in a home they purchased together.

2020: Supports Joe Biden

In 2020, Pete Davidson supported Joe Biden in the U.S. presidential election.

April 2021: Moves into his own residence

In April 2021, Pete Davidson moved into his own residence in Staten Island.

February 2022: Plans to move to Brooklyn

In February 2022, Pete Davidson announced plans to move from Staten Island to Brooklyn to be closer to work.

March 2022: Blue Origin Flight

In March 2022, Blue Origin announced that Pete Davidson would be an "honorary guest" on a suborbital flight, but he was later unable to join.

March 4, 2023: Car Crash and Reckless Driving Charge

On March 4, 2023, Pete Davidson crashed his car into a house, and was later charged with a misdemeanor for reckless driving. As part of a diversion program, he agreed to complete 50 hours of community service and attend 12 hours of traffic school.