How Did Pete Davidson’s Dad Die?
Davidson looked up to his father as a child. He was a New York City firefighter who gave his life to save others. On September 11, 2001, Davidson’s dad was running up the Marriot World Trade Center stairs when the building collapsed. He was a hero who helped others to safety.
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Although he didn’t understand it then, Davidson later realized how selfless his father’s actions were, but the loss changed his life. He was so young and overwhelmed by sadness. Davidson still thinks about him every day and honors his dad on the anniversary of the attacks each year.