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He Is Stressing Everyone Out

[Blind Gossip] The producers of this network TV show have a real dilemma on their hands.

They have a cast member who they want to let go for several reasons.

He never developed an iconic character and he doesn’t have the range that the rest of the cast does. Plus his personal behavior is stressing everybody out. His contract is up, so the timing is right to let him go.

There’s a big problem though.

He is very unstable and they’re not sure what kind of crazy thing he will do if they don’t renew his contract.

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Cast Member:

[Optional] Should the producers keep him or let him go? Is the show responsible for what happens to him if they let him go?

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  1. conspiracyc says

    Listen, Ive has experience with people like this in my family. There’s only so much you can do. If they don’t take the help, or want the help, it’s okay to cut them loose. Everything they touch becomes toxic and complicated, it’s not fair to either party.

    The most you can do is Wish him his best, send him home with a retirement muffin basket and a Voucher to a rehab facility.

  2. ZoZo357 says

    He was given an amazing opportunity on SNL. It has made many a rewarding career. He was given a second chance and has now blown it. There is nothing endearing about him. Time to let him go.

  3. bec215d says

    Sometimes, people need to hit rock bottom to lift themselves up. It may seem unkind to do this, but his relationship wasn’t rational or sustainable, and don’t forget he was dating someone else right before Grande. He needs serious help, and losing his job may help those around him convince him to get it. There are more talented comedians out there, and someone else deserves a chance that opening up his spot would provide. Time to let him go.

  4. gunther85 says

    SNL
    Pete Davidson
    I don’t think they’re responsible but it would be nice to continue to work with him on his mental health.

  5. Lola14048 says

    Pete Davidson on SNL
    I’m not a huge fan but USED to love the show back in the day.
    The only thing relevant these days is about him. The show has jumped the shark.

  7. CheshireKitty says

    Pete Davidson, SNL.

    The show isn’t responsible for what happens to him. Ultimately, we are all responsible for ourselves (and I say this as someone who battled severe depression and PTSD). That said, they need to understand that losing the stability and routine of going to work and being surrounded by people who care about you/check in is a huge trigger/risk factor, and they should really work with his friends/supports to ensure his safety as much as they can, if they choose to let him go.

  9. butwhatever says

    TV Show: Saturday Night Live
    Cast Member: Pete Davidson

    Optional: As a friend, you cannot keep an addict in your life while they are using, or you are helping them die. I think the same goes for the show. Don’t be codependent, or enable him. Be clear that he needs to get into long-term treatment. If he thinks his job is safe, he’ll think he doesn’t need help. If they truly are worried, they need to contact his loved ones, and even have him committed if it comes to that.

  13. spookie says

    SNL

    Pete Davison

    Optional: Many people have been dropped from SNL over the years. It’s not their responsibility.

  15. whatisleft says

    Pete Davidson.

    Let him go. They are not responsible for him. He can find other work. He does stand up.

  20. jrizzo says

    Could it be someone from Criminal Minds? The people in the pic kinda look like Hotch, JJ, and Morgan. No clue who the cast member is though, haven’t watched that show in years

    They need to do what’s best for the show. No, they are not responsible for the consequences of his own actions, though I get why they’d be wary

  21. mostlylurker says

    poor pete davidson. I dont think being in the celebrity world is helping much either.

  25. lovetheblazer says

    TV Show: SNL

    Cast Member: Pete Davidson

    [Optional] I hope they keep him on, maybe with a reduced role? Or maybe Lorne could let him take the spring season off for inpatient mental treatment but then come back to his spot as a cast member. I’ll always root for Pete to succeed regardless of how messy his personal life is.

  27. whydoireadthis says

    This is Pete Davidson. Can’t comment on his range, never watch SNL.

    Tough call on what to do but ultimately each person is responsible for their own self. Keeping him does not guarantee he’ll be ok. Just as getting rid of him doesn’t determine if he will take a tumble. It might turn him around.

  29. gossipzillaisback says

    TV Show: Must be one of the real housewives, as the “real problem” is the only hint I can pick up. Plus, the bit about “developing an iconic character” makes sense (if it wasn’t a reality show, it’d be up to the writers to make the character iconic).
    Cast Member: no clue.

    [Optional] Should the producers keep him or let him go? Is the show responsible for what happens to him if they let him go? Let him go, the drama will only help a reality show. They are absolutely not responsible for…

  32. Elliegurl says

    TV Show: SNL

    Cast Member: Pete Davidson

    [Optional] Should the producers keep him or let him go? I think he’s funny but I could see why the show might want to let him go.

    Is the show responsible for what happens to him if they let him go? No, people need to take personal responsibility for their lives; the good and the bad.

  34. FreddyCellophane says

    TV Show: Saturday Night Live

    Cast Member: Peter Davidson

    [Optional] Should the producers keep him or let him go? Is the show responsible for what happens to him if they let him go?: Keep him. Pete’s neat!

  37. aaaJoe says

    TV Show: Saturday Night Live

    Cast Member: Pete Davidson

    [Optional] Should the producers keep him or let him go? Is the show responsible for what happens to him if they let him go? Eh, maybe keep him. But no, ultimately the show’s not responsible.

  38. suzyQ888 says

    Obviously, Pete Davidson. I used to be a fan of his stand up but I never thought he was suited for SNL. I’m not a fan anymore due to the manic acting out he’s been pulling for years with his girlfriends and his recent media circus. He definitely pulled in viewers but only due to his personal life/controversies not from his talent. You can’t treat him any differently than you’d treat any other cast member but at the same time we all need to keep an eye on at risk people. He makes it hard…

  39. Leila726 says

    Pete Davidson on SNL.
    Let’s be honest. Before he got with Ariana Grande, dude was just kinda there. He wasn’t really making a big impression (not on me anyway). He could probably have a bit of a film or TV career since he has name recognition. His personal instability is not the fault of the show; it’s been there since he was a kid. If the producers spin it like Pete was leaving to seek other opportunities rather than they decided to cut him loose, it might work out okay.

  40. ginggger says

    This is Pete Davidson.

    He seems to be in a somewhat stable place right now- SNL should make their move. It’s not their job to be his keeper.

  42. djb905 says

    Pete Davidson at SNL.
    They can cover thier asses by offering him severence package that includes life coaching maybe. Best of Luck Pete

  43. badgerette85 says

    Pete Davidson
    SNL
    If his contract is up they are under no obligation to renew… especially if he is not fulfilling his role.

  44. GingerNaps says

    Letting Pete go now would be a PR disaster for SNL. Is the woman in the photo supposed to be Lindsay S? 😀

  45. amaldesc says

    Pete Davidson

    They should let him go but maybe offer a package that can get him some help

  46. smittenkitten says

    Oh no, Pete Davidson?

    My heart hurts for him. I have an older brother with BPD and it’s rough. Unfortunately mental illness, especially personality disorders, don’t tend to garner the same sympathy as typical physical illnesses. I hope they keep him around.

  47. ninanicole says

    Pete Davidson…the show is not responsible for what happens to him, but I do hope he finds help that works for him.

  49. Pudding says

    TV Show: SNL

    Cast Member: Pete Davidson

    I think he has his moments of funny, and he’s better than that Kyle Mooney who has never been funny, but it’s really not Lorne Michael’s responsibility for what Pete does if he doesn’t get renewed. Though I wonder if that threat a few weeks ago was more about his contract renewal than anything else.

  52. KCeagle says

    SNL
    Pete Davidson

    Sorry if my personal opinion isn’t PC, but he’s a hot mess and as funny as ebola. I am so over his whiny pity parties and needy cries for attention. He’s milked his dad’s tragedy to the last drop. If he’s so miserable.. Ariana bears no responsibility for dumping him.. and neither will NBC when they kick him to the curb either. Pete seems to be all about celebrity and status and not being a talented performance artist…

  58. 4girls4 says

    Pete Davidson. He’s just runnin a con on SNL. He looked fine at the Globes , at the basketball games, blah,blah blah

    • spookie says

      Mental illness doesn’t have a specific look. We can look like we’re having a good time and still be suicidal.

  64. FiyahHotFlashy says

    TV Show: Bull

    Cast Member: Michael Weatherly

    [Optional] Should the producers keep him or let him go? Is the show responsible for what happens to him if they let him go? BYE and the show is NOT responsible for his actions. Its called being an adult and dealing with the challenges of life

  65. GeorgiaR says

    Has to be Pete Davidson from SNL. Tough call. I would keep him only because they would be considered heartless to let him go at this point. Plus his situation brings quite a bit of publicity to the show, whether negative or not. I hope Pete is able to find his way and move on. Very tragic situation.

  69. JoshuaTree says

    Pete Davidson on SNL. He’s by far the weakest link and just isn’t that funny. He’s had plenty of time to grow and hasn’t. But his suicide threats have everyone on edge.

  71. sunnyland says

    Pete Davidson.
    [Optional] I think they should let him go but also ensure he has support and keep an eye on him instead of just tossing him aside.
    Enabling him by continuing as is won’t help but they still have a duty of care to make sure he’s okay.

    • Bobscole says

      I like this, I had a breakdown 5 yrs ago. My hubs of 19 yrs passed suddenly in his sleep from pneumonia at 43. I took a leave of absence during my crisis, was gone 3 days over FLMA limits. My employer of 22 yrs FIRED me. I was a my lowest point ever, really needed something stable in my life, that almost pushed me over the edge. I tried to OD, luckily it wasnt my time . I hope Pete can get the help he needs. When you are in the darkness, there is no light at the end, only pain

  73. jojo5282 says

    SNL Pete Davidson

    I hate to say it but let him go. He will hopefully finally reach out and get the help he needs.

  75. mycull says

    Pete Davidson from SNL.

    He doesn’t really bring anything to the show and is just famous for his personal life?

    • amagod121 says

      Thank you. I agree with you in this, considering his fragile mental health. To dump him now would seem heartless, for sure. The poor man needs something stable in his life to hang onto. I wish him well.

  77. nycmadam says

    SNL

    Pete Davidson

    Tough decision. Probably renew on a short term or provisional basis, then if there is no improvement then not renew further.

  82. VegasMike says

    SNL
    Pete Arianna Grande

    Let him go. Enabling him by keeping him on (rewarding him for bad behavior) isn’t doing him any good, and if something goes wrong later, also puts them in a sticky situation…

    Maybe keep him if he agrees to get help and stick with whatever program he adopts…

  86. Delightful says

    It’s Pete Davidson, but they shouldn’t let him go. He brings attention to SNL, and they need it. He is hardly the worst thing about that show. Also, if they let him go they are siding with Louis CK and that is never the solution.

    • Cerise94 says

      I agree with you. Davidson needs help, but SNL isn’t really responsible for them. But they could spin it positively “look at the help we have gotten him!” – equals Davidson getting help and keeping his job and makes SNL look good and get attention.

  90. radmom says

    Pete Davidson. He just hasn’t lived up to his potential. He’s also giving off an unstable vibe, but SNL isn’t responsible for that. They’ve already got him rehab once.

  92. PollyMetropolitan says

    Show: SNL
    Actor: Pete Davidson

    The show isn’t responsible for what happens, but it would be kind of them to offer service to support him.

  94. zappy2050 says

    I don’t think SNL will be “responsible” if they let Pete Davidson go BUT – It is bad timing. I mean, he is not doing well. There are a lot of people on the show – why not keep him? They cannot keep him indefinitely but letting him go now? I wouldn’t want that on my conscience.

    • dtoro7 says

      Bad timing? It’s a job. If he is not doing his job (ie. Creating funny characters, being funny in general), and it would appear he is not, he needs to be let go. I’m surprised he’s lasted this long. Every appearance he’s made since the beginning has been him being glib/young goofy guy for the sake of being the young goofy guy which is not funny. Cut him. He’s a big boy.
      To SNL writers and actors, it’s become way too editorial. Get back to funny! Where r the Matt Foleys and Penelope’s?

    • aaaannex says

      you are probably correct – i feel bad for pete. i hope his mental health gets stabilized. (he’s not super funny, but hey i rarely find SNL funny anymore). poor dude.