Pete Davidson Reveals What It Would Take to Return to His 'SNL' Roots (Exclusive)

Pete Davidson Discusses Potential Return to 'Saturday Night Live'

Pete Davidson shared his thoughts on what it would take for him to come back to Saturday Night Live in an exclusive interview with PEOPLE. The comedian and actor first joined the show at age 20 in 2014 and left in 2022.

Davidson's Connection to 'SNL'

Davidson, now 31, expressed a strong attachment to the show, saying he would gladly return if asked by Lorne Michaels, the show's creator and executive producer.

"I'd do anything for Lorne. I had a great time hosting last time, and anytime you get that call, it's an honor and a privilege," Davidson said.
"It's always relevant, it's a hot show. People look forward to it, and the cast is great."
"I owe that guy my life. So I'd do anything for Lorne, and he knows that."

Background on Davidson's Time at 'SNL'

Davidson joined SNL during its 40th season (2014-2015), making him one of the youngest cast members at the time. He last hosted the show two years ago and left the cast three years ago.

Current Projects

Alongside his connection to SNL, Davidson is currently collaborating with Amazon on Alexa+.

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Author's summary: Pete Davidson remains open to returning to Saturday Night Live, emphasizing his loyalty to Lorne Michaels and fondness for the show’s ongoing relevance and vibrant cast.

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