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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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[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. 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.

  2. Pete Davidson

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

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

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

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

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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…

  10. 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.

  11. TV Show: Saturday Night Live
    Cast Member: Pete Davidson

    Optional: the Producers aren’t responsible for him. But, I wish they’d insist on him getting help and giving him at least one more season to get it together. He’s young.

  14. 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!

  16. 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.

  19. 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…

  21. 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.

  24. 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.

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

  29. 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

  35. Pete Davidson.

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

  37. SNL

    Pete Davison

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

  41. 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.

  43. 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.

  45. 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.

  46. 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.

  47. 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.

  48. 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.

  49. 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.