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Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt Split Five Months After Daughter's Birth

Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt ended their relationship five months after welcoming daughter Scottie in December. Sources close to the couple said they have no plans to reconcile and are focused on co-parenting.

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Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt have ended their relationship, according to multiple sources close to the couple. The split occurred five months after the birth of their daughter, Scottie, in December. " The source linked his positive mood to a successful Netflix roast of Kevin Hart that aired last week.

Davidson's comedian friends have been supportive during the breakup, the source said. "The support he's gotten from people has been great. Everyone at the roast, his friends. He's getting tons of support," the source stated. Davidson is also trying to remain supportive of Hewitt. "He wants her to be in a good place. There's a baby involved, and that's their priority," the source said.

A source close to the former couple said Davidson has adjusted his schedule and is covering rent, living expenses, and health insurance for Hewitt and Scottie. "Pete has been paying for everything related to Elsie and Scottie," the source stated. The same source said the couple tried to work through issues but decided to separate.

com. Davidson's representative did not respond to requests for comment.

Key Facts

Relationship ended
Five months after daughter Scottie born in December
No reconciliation plans
Sources say couple decided to go separate ways
Davidson covering costs
Paying rent, expenses, and insurance for Hewitt and Scottie
Supportive network
Comedian friends and roast attendees offered support

Story Timeline

5 events
  1. December

    Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt welcomed daughter Scottie.

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  2. April 6, 2025

    The couple was photographed together.

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  3. January 2026

    The couple posed together in a photo.

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  4. May 13

    Davidson appeared at Netflix upfront event.

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  5. Last week

    Netflix roast of Kevin Hart premiered.

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Potential Impact

  1. 01

    Davidson and Hewitt will continue co-parenting their daughter Scottie.

  2. 02

    Davidson adjusted his work schedule to support Hewitt and Scottie.

  3. 03

    Davidson may receive continued public attention regarding his personal life.

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Confidence score65%
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Word count188 words
PublishedMay 18, 2026, 5:28 PM
Bias signals removed1 across 1 outlet
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