PETE Davidson has revealed a tragic loss with a rare Instagram post on the premiere day of his new Peacock series, Bupkis.
The comedian has endured a rough week as his Saturday Night Live hosting debut was canceled due to the Writers Guild of America strike.
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SNL writer and Bupkis showrunner Dave Sirus shared the message on the social media platform for his friend Pete, 29.
He wrote, “A message from Pete.”
Pete’s words then filled the post’s caption as the King of Staten Island star stated: “Hey guys. I know today is the Bupkis premiere day but I wanna use today to remember my dog Henry.”
The actor continued: “Yesterday we lost a key member of the Davidson family. Henry was only 2 years old but unfortunately got very sick very fast.
“My mom, sister and I got Henry at the beginning of the pandemic and he saved our lives. Not sure id even be around without him.
“He was the happiest and sweetest dog ever. He used to get excited when he saw me and would pee everywhere. When I was working at SNL my mom would send me videos of him watching, smiling and making noise when I came on screen.”
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Pete confessed: “I don’t ever really watch any of my stuff with anyone as I’m far too scared but I didn’t mind watching with Henry. He was truly the best.”
The Bodies Bodies Bodies actor concluded by writing “My mom, sister and I are broken and will miss him forever. We love you Henry. Thank you for making our lives fuller and reminding me what actually matters.”
The TV star then signed off with a simple, “Pete.”
The post included photos and a video of Henry with Pete and his sister Casey.
Henry was shown wearing a cute blue bandana and being held by the Suicide Squad actor and being cuddled by his younger sister.
Fans sent their condolences in the comment section of the post, as one person wrote: “I’m so sorry Pete. Sending you and your family my love.”
Another fan commented: “This is heartbreaking to read. Dogs are the best. Sending love.”
While a third commenter left a more encouraging message, writing: “Losing a pet is always terrible. You know what’s not terrible? Bupkis. I’m already on episode 8. Fantastic work, everyone.”
DELAYED DEBUT
Pete was scheduled to host SNL for the first time on May 6, but it has been called due to the Hollywood TV writer’s strike.
According to Deadline, SNL will air repeats of their long-running series until further notice- leading viewers to believe the show has wrapped up its season.
Pete- who left SNL in 2022- was set to return to the show that launched him into mainstream fame to promote his new Peacock series Bupkis.
An SNL cast member told the outlet about the decision: “We have to think about our crew too. I absolutely support the writers, and I want the writers to get what they deserve and need, but I don’t want our crew to be out of work. We can’t make this art without each other.”
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The Writers Guild of America went on strike on Monday night.
“Though we negotiated intent on making a fair deal – and though your strike vote gave us the leverage to make some gains – the studios’ responses to our proposals have been wholly insufficient, given the existential crisis writers are facing,” the WGA said in a message to members.
“We must now exert the maximum leverage possible to get a fair contract by withholding our labor.”
This strike does not affect sitcoms or any shows that have already been recorded and written.
However, it does impact live shows and ones that have not yet been filmed.
The strike has already shut down production on numerous late-night talk shows including The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Late Night with Seth Meyers, and The Daily Show.
Fans had recently taken to social media to express their disappointment about the decision.
“Boo, I was looking forward to Pete hosting!” said one person while another added: “Bummer!”
“The fact that the writer’s strike is happening when Pete Davidson is supposed to host SNL would happen to Pete,” tweeted another user.
One person tweeted: “I’m so disappointed cause I wanted to see Pete Davidson host SNL and now looks like I won’t be able to… Maybe not til next year?”
A GOOD MATCH
Pete gushed about his girlfriend when the actor spoke about his partner Chase Sui Wonders, at a star-studded event this week.
Pete spoke to reporters at the premiere of his new show, Bupkis.
However, although he was promoting his own work, the 29-year-old couldn’t resist praising his new girlfriend, Chase, at the event.
According to Entertainment Tonight, he gushed: “I mean, she’s the best.
“She’s the best actress. She’s gonna crush. She’s got a lot of cool stuff going.”
A source also gave an insider scoop on Pete’s feelings about his relationship.
They shared: “Pete was a little overwhelmed at the Bupkis premiere since there were so many people there, but when he was with Chase, he was instantly comfortable.”
The insider added: “They were canoodling and having a great time together. Things are going very well and Pete is very into her.
“She’s a sweet girl and they are a good match.”
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