Pete Davidson recently opened up about his ongoing struggle with substance use, revealing that weed is the one drug he still can’t give up after getting clean from others. During his Pete Davidson: Rehab Tour in Atlantic City on Saturday, he shared with the crowd:
“I can’t quit [weed] yet. It’s all I have left.”
The comedian candidly discussed his past with cocaine, ketamine, and pills, stating, “I did coke and ketamine and f–king all the pills and all that s–t. All I have is weed left, so it’s almost over, but I’m holding on for a little bit longer.” This confession adds to the dialogue about substance use and recovery in Hollywood.
Battling Depression with Unconventional Methods
In August 2023, Page Six exclusively revealed that Davidson, 30, had used ketamine to manage his depression. At the time, the Saturday Night Live alum had just completed a rehab stint to address his PTSD and borderline personality disorder, according to sources.
“Pete regularly goes to rehab for ‘tune-ups’ and to take a mental break, so that’s what’s happening,” an insider explained. Another source mentioned that Davidson, who lost his firefighter father in the 9/11 terrorist attacks, knows when to take breaks to “focus on himself” and learn to “better deal with his PTSD issues.”
Reflecting on a Near-Fatal Crash Under the Influence
Pete Davidson and girlfriend Chase Sui Wonders were involved in a car crash in Beverly Hills, during which their car smashed into a house. https://t.co/HGs2IdDU1i
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) March 6, 2023
In March 2023, Davidson was involved in a significant car crash with his then-girlfriend Chase Sui Wonders. Traveling at “100 miles per hour” in a Beverly Hills neighborhood, he hit a fire hydrant and crashed into a garage. The incident was a terrifying ordeal for the actor, who admitted, “I was so scared of potentially going to jail.”
Davidson recounted the moment to his audience, explaining that he missed a stop sign and nearly hit a pedestrian. “I saw the house and I was like, ‘I don’t think you could die if you hit a house.’ Usually in sitcoms they just go right through it,” he joked.
“So, I swerved and aimed for the house and actually hit the garage pretty good. Even at my worst, I’m pretty f–king spot on.”
Legal Repercussions and Personal Growth
Following the crash, Davidson was required to complete 50 hours of community service and a safe driving course. He also had to visit both a hospital and morgue to confront the consequences of risky choices. Reflecting on this, he quipped:
“I was like, Can I just go to jail for a day? It seems like six weeks of work.”
Despite these setbacks, Davidson expressed optimism about his journey, saying he’s “having a good year.” His transparency about his struggles and legal issues offers a deeper understanding of the challenges he faces and the steps he’s taking toward recovery.
Pete Davidson’s Ongoing Battle
One thing I love about Pete Davidson:
He’s always been open about his mental health. Not just that but he goes to therapy & rehab when he needs to. Showing the world that it’s okay to not be ok and that it’s ok to get help when you need it.You deserve help & you matter. 🖤 pic.twitter.com/qo42EgiPNF
— MGK & Pete gifs (@mgkandpetegifs) July 2, 2023
Davidson’s openness about his substance use and mental health struggles highlights the complexities of addiction and recovery. “I can’t quit [weed] yet. It’s all I have left,” he reiterated during his Atlantic City show, emphasizing his dependence on marijuana as a coping mechanism.
His story sheds light on the pressures of maintaining sobriety in the public eye and the personal battles that continue behind the scenes. As Davidson navigates these challenges, his candidness provides hope and insight to others facing similar struggles.
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