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Pete Davidson Reflects on SNL Struggles and Growth

1/18/2025

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In the docuseries "SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night," Pete Davidson candidly shared that he once asked Lorne Michaels to let him go after his first season on "Saturday Night Live." At just 21, he struggled to fit in with the talented cast. Michaels' wise words about the journey to finding one's place resonated with Davidson, who now recognizes their truth.

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In the docuseries "SNL50: Beyond Saturday Night," Pete Davidson candidly shared that he once asked Lorne Michaels to let him go after his first season on "Saturday Night Live." At just 21, he struggled to fit in with the talented cast. Michaels' wise words about the journey to finding one's place resonated with Davidson, who now recognizes their truth.