Pete Davidson’s whirlwind romance with Elsie Hewitt moved at lightning speed from the start. Within months of going public, the comedian and model announced they were expecting a baby together, surprising even people close to the couple.
Now, just months after welcoming daughter Scottie Rose, the relationship has reportedly ended. While insiders say Pete genuinely wanted the romance to survive, those around the former couple admit the cracks had been visible long before the breakup.
Sources now claim the pair simply “clashed too much” behind the scenes.
Pete Davidson has built a reputation for diving headfirst into intense relationships, and his romance with Elsie Hewitt followed a similar pattern.
The comedian famously got engaged to Ariana Grande in 2018 after only a few weeks of dating, but even some of his close friends reportedly did a double take when he and Hewitt announced they were expecting a child just four months into their public relationship.
“I was happy for them,” one insider told Page Six, adding, “They seemed pretty strong” during the excitement surrounding the pregnancy. Still, people close to Pete now admit they are far less shocked by the breakup itself.
“This should be the most exciting time for him,” another friend explained. According to one insider, the relationship struggled under pressure after the couple welcomed their daughter Scottie Rose.
“The two of them maybe clashed too much. Having a baby is difficult — no one can prepare you for what happens after you have a baby,” the source said.
However, another source stressed that the breakup was not caused by their daughter. “Their issues were not related to the baby,” the insider clarified, adding there were already signs the pair “weren’t compatible” before Scottie’s birth.
Pete Was Reportedly Blindsided By Hewitt’s Social Media Posts
Tension surrounding the breakup intensified after Elsie Hewitt turned to social media for help earlier this month.
As The Blast reported, the model posted an Instagram Story on May 15, searching for “an assistant / mother’s helper / nanny type / basically right hand person.”
She followed that message with a TikTok video in which she quietly admitted, “I have a baby to take care of. I have to work and make money. I’m doing it on my own, which is hard.”
Sources close to Pete Davidson claim the posts left many people in his circle confused because they insist the comedian has continued supporting both Hewitt and their daughter financially and emotionally.
“Pete’s main priority right now is making sure that Elsie and Scottie are looked after, so it’s utterly confusing to everyone who knows them why she would possibly post anything about him not supporting her,” an insider previously told Page Six.
The source also claimed the 32-year-old has continued paying the rent, their living expenses and their health insurance. According to the insider, Pete has additionally “arranged his schedule to prioritize being in the city” so he can remain physically present in Scottie’s life.
Pete Davidson Always Dreamed Of Becoming A Father
Multiple sources close to Pete say fatherhood has long been one of his biggest goals.
The “Saturday Night Live” alum lost his father, New York City firefighter Scott Davidson, during the September 11 attacks, which later inspired the couple’s decision to name their daughter Scottie.
“It’s something he’s always wanted and really looked forward to,” a source close to Pete shared, describing the breakup as “a sad situation for everyone.”
Amid the breakup, Pete’s mental mental health has been of great concern to fans. Over the years, the comedian has openly discussed his struggles with PTSD, depression, borderline personality disorder, and substance abuse.
His personal hardships often appeared alongside the collapse of past relationships.
After his breakup from Ariana Grande, Pete alarmed fans when he posted online, “I really don’t want to be on this earth anymore. I’m doing my best to stay here for you but I actually don’t know how much longer I can last.”
Insiders Say Pete Is In A Much Better Place Now
Although Pete Davidson’s past breakups often coincided with public struggles, insiders insist this chapter looks very different for the comedian.
The “Dog Man” actor checked into treatment around the time of his split from Kaia Gerber in 2020. In 2023, he entered a Pennsylvania wellness facility after crashing a Mercedes into a Beverly Hills home while dating Chase Sui Wonders. He also returned to rehab in 2024 around the time his relationship with Madelyn Cline ended.
This time, however, people close to Pete say he appears far more stable and focused. “He’s almost two years out of [his last stint at] rehab. Things have been well. He’s working really hard at it,” one source close to the former couple said.
Friends believe fatherhood has given Pete a stronger sense of direction. “He has a great team and people around him that really love him and support him,” another friend explained.
According to insiders, Pete’s biggest motivation right now is being present for Scottie while maintaining peace with Hewitt. “He’s [Davidson] a good guy. He’s very much about not disrespecting women,” one source added.
Pete Davidson And Elsie Hewitt’s Romance Escalated Quickly
Hewitt reportedly met Pete through mutual friends, and insiders say sparks flew immediately. In March 2025, the pair were photographed kissing in the ocean during a romantic Palm Beach getaway.
Shortly afterward, Hewitt officially debuted the relationship on Instagram with a video featuring the “King of Staten Island” actor wearing a bathrobe.
The romance escalated quickly, with the duo announcing Hewitt’s pregnancy that July. Sources admitted there was hope the baby would strengthen the relationship despite ongoing differences.
An insider said Hewitt and Pete “had their differences,” but there was optimism Scottie would “solidify their relationship.” Unfortunately, the situation went the opposite way.
Although reconciliation reportedly appears unlikely, insiders insist Pete remains committed to co-parenting peacefully.
According to one source, the actor is also determined to move forward positively while continuing to support Hewitt and their daughter.
“He’s got a thick skin and good head on his shoulders – he’s just focused on being happy and healthy and is rooting for her [Hewitt] to be successful too,” they shared.