Pete Davidson’s post-tattoo-removal photos are a sight to behold.
Seriously, for longtime fans of the comedian who have kept tabs on his career — from Saturday Night Live newbie to certified leading man — the images of Davidson in nothing but his underwear for Reformation’s Valentine’s Day ad campaign are nothing short of shocking.
When Davidson first stepped into the spotlight on SNL as a scrawny 20-year-old in 2014, he endeared many with his self-deprecating humour and his harmless stoner vibes. He quickly became one of the most famous members of the cast and landed several outside projects, including King of Staten Island, a semi-autobiographical film directed by Judd Apatow.
At the same time, his love life — which included a number of high-profile girlfriends, like Ariana Grande, Kim Kardashian, Kate Beckinsale and Phoebe Dynevor — only boosted his star power. While his fame continued to rise, so did his tattoo count. By 2019, Davidson’s torso, back, arms, legs, hands and neck were checkered with pieces.
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In 2020, however, he began the yearslong process of removing his tattoos. The comedian, now 31, revealed that the painful endeavour has cost him $200,000 so far. Earlier this year, a source told People that Davidson’s decision was spontaneous. “He just woke up one day and wanted them gone,” the source said. Another source told the publication that Davidson is doing well these days: “[He’s] been sober since September [2024], and gained twenty pounds.”
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