Pete Davidson found the SNL50 audience to be a big time letdown.
The comedian was one of the many alums who returned to Saturday Night Live for its 50th anniversary special back in February, and he isn't holding back when it comes to sharing his opinion of the star-studded audience for the live taping.
"As you know from SNL40—terrible audience," Pete told Seth Meyers on Late Night With Seth Meyers August 7. "It's a terrible audience 'cause it's just famous people, and famous people only like themselves."
As the audience at Seth's show started to laugh, Pete doubled down on his claim, maintaining, "It's true! I'm guilty of this!"
Indeed, Seth made fun of Pete for being "the only one laughing" in the audience while watching a pre-taped sketch that he appeared in during the special, which the King of Staten Island actor confirmed.
But while in general Pete was underwhelmed by the high-profile audience’s response to the show, one high part for him was being seated next to Meryl Streep.
“Meryl rules," he said. "In typical SNL fashion, they don't tell you anything. You don't even know what's going on. I get to my seat and I just look and I’m like, ‘This can’t be right.’ And it was Meryl Streep."
The 31-year-old added, "I just sat down and I was like, ‘I’m so sorry that I’m sitting next to you. You’re the best.’"
As for how the It's Complicated actress responded? "She was very nice," Pete recalled. "She was just like, 'No, no, no.'"
The Dumb Money actor’s reflection on his return to SNL comes amid an exciting new chapter as he and his girlfriend Elsie Hewitt announced that she's pregnant and expecting her first child with Pete.
And a “very lucky and very, very happy” Pete later told E! News what he sees fatherhood looking like.
Specifically, he's looking forward to "being able to take care of something and show it the childhood I didn’t have. I assume you just try to give them what you didn’t have, and what you didn’t like, not do it."
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Going Instagram Official
Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt debuted their romance on Instagram in March 2025 after the model shared a clip of them watching Rugrats.
The King of… Scotland
Pete and Elsie enjoyed the company of some sweet horses as they spent the day in the grassy fields of Stranraer, Scotland. The couple, who were visiting the country for Dave Navarro’s wedding in April 2025, also explored the ornate historical buildings in the area.
A Slam Dunk Night Out
The Saturday Night Live alum cheered on the New York Knicks alongside the Industry actress at Madison Square Garden in April 2025.
Live From New York, It’s a Baby!
Elsie shared that she and Pete are expecting a baby together, four months after debuting their romance. She teased in the July 2025 announcement, “welp now everyone knows we had sex.”
Enjoying This Moment Together
Elsie shared a video of her and Pete watching the monitor during the model’s ultrasound appointment.
Snuggled Up
The couple were enjoying each other’s company as they cozied up on the stairs.
Mom and Dad’s Self-Care Date
Pete and Elsie were sure to focus on their skincare together as they relaxed with face masks on.
Supporting a Personal Cause
Elsie and Pete attended the 13th Annual Blossom Ball, a charity event focused on funding Endometriosis research. As a self-described “endo warrior,” Elsie shared insight into her medical procedures on social media.
“I’m in a lot of pain and it’s getting progressively worse,” she said in a December 2024 TikTok video after a surgery. “The amount of opportunities I’ve lost out on because I can’t work when I’m feeling this way or it’s a liability to be on set if I might have to go to the emergency room. I’m trying to figure out a way around it.”
Rocking on the Waves
The Bupkis actor couldn’t help but plant a kiss on Elsie’s cheek as they relaxed in a boat on the lake.
Busy on Set
As Elsie got her makeup done for a Pat McGrath Labs red carpet in May, Pete proved to be her biggest fan when he came over to share a sweet kiss amid the chaos.
A Zen Mirror Selfie
The couple was feeling the good vibes as they posed for a quick snap.
Night on the Town
Elsie and Pete took in the sights and sounds of New York City as they took a stroll in midtown Manhattan in April 2025.
A Crispy Taste Test
Elsie and Pete spent some time during their Memorial Day celebration trying out a few types of chips, including Pringles and Cape Cod Chips.
Smile Test
The couple tried to give their smallest and quickest smile in a June TikTok before bursting into laughter.
A Sweet Caress
Elsie lightly stroked Pete’s hair as they basked in the sun, with the comedian holding on to the waistband of Elsie’s sweatpants.
Gentle Embrace
Elsie took a sweet selfie while nestled into Pete’s shoulder.