Pete Davidson, known for his sarcastic humor and unfiltered personality, is opening up about his struggles with confidence. In a recent interview with People, the 31-year-old comedian revealed that his public persona of self-assurance is, in fact, a carefully crafted illusion.
Davidson, who has long been seen as one of the most confident figures in comedy, admitted, “If you think I have confidence, I’ve been fooling everyone.” Despite his outward bravado, the comedian revealed that his swagger is often more smoke and mirrors than the truth.
The Impact of a Traumatic Childhood
In the candid interview, Davidson shared that his tough exterior stems from his difficult childhood. “I had a really rough childhood, and the worst thing that could’ve ever happened to me, happened when I was seven,” he said. That tragedy refers to the loss of his father, Scott Davidson, a New York City firefighter who died in the September 11 attacks when Pete was just a child.
This deep loss had a lasting impact on Davidson’s approach to life, with the comedian admitting he often adopted a “fk it” attitude. “I’ve kind of just been like, ‘F* it. Who cares?’” he explained, reflecting on how he coped with the overwhelming grief and how it shaped his public persona.
Navigating Life’s Challenges and Finding What Matters
Despite his “f**k it” mindset, Davidson has faced challenges with people-pleasing and neglecting his own needs. “I’ve been trying to be of service to others without taking care of myself,” he said, opening up about the personal struggles he’s faced over the years.
However, the comedian has reached an important realization: he now understands what truly matters to him. “At the end of the day, your family matters, and the few close friends you have matter,” Davidson shared. “Everybody else can go f**k themselves.”
This shift in perspective reflects Davidson’s growth, as he’s learning to prioritize himself and his inner circle over public approval and the noise from social media.
A New Approach to Being in the Spotlight
Davidson acknowledged that navigating the spotlight has changed for him, especially after going through such a transformative personal journey. “This is kind of new for me,” he said. “I think it shows if you see me now… it’s a little different because I went through something pretty tough.”
When it comes to dealing with online critics or negative opinions from strangers, Davidson offered advice that many can relate to: “I just think, who cares what people you don’t even know think? Like, who the f**k cares? You don’t know them.”
Pete Davidson’s recent reflection on confidence and vulnerability shows that even the most outspoken comedians have their own struggles. His candidness in the interview serves as a reminder that behind every public figure’s persona is a real person facing their own battles.
