Although Pete Davidson likes to make people laugh on "Saturday Night Live," his recently-revealed mental health situation is no fun and games. Possibly taking note of past, deceased comedians, who suffered from depression, several people have come to Davidson's side in his time of need. Even ex-girlfriend, Ariana Grande, tweeted that she was at his home, after having read his post and seeing the severity of his condition. According to USA Today, Davidson's Instagram post regarding his mental health struggles was deleted sometime shortly after being uploaded.
Pete Davidson, NYPD welfare check
USA Today reports that NYPD Lieutenant Paul Ng confirmed the department did perform a wellness check on Davidson, following his Instagram post, and they did make contact with the actor. Davidson's Instagram post comes just after commenting on Kanye West's openness regarding mental health in Hollywood. Reportedly, Davidson's Kanye comment reads as follows:
"Bravo Kanye West for standing up for yourself and speaking out against mental health. I can't explain to you enough how difficult and scary it is to be honest about stuff like this. We need people like Kanye."
We can be so insensitive. God bless Kanye & Pete. Being flippant about mental illness speaks more about you than them. Stop saying the word love & live it. Love is an action.
— QUEEN (@NICKIMINAJ) December 15, 2018
Pete Davidson's mental health isn't a topic he's avoided in the past.
He talked about it during an interview with Howard Stern after his break-up with Ariana Grande. Unfortunately, regardless of his condition, Davidson's breakup didn't matter to those who go hard for Grande. Davidson allegedly began receiving death threats, as mentioned in his interview, also verified by USA Today. After the suicide of Mac Miller, Grande and Davidson split up.
So what did Pete Davidson say?
Although it was deleted after gaining a lot of attention, it was still captured by various IG users. Reportedly, Davidson's post stated as follows:
"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. all i've ever wanted to do was help people.
just remember i told you so [sic]"
Pete Davidson ... hang in there. There is a lot of help out here. Surrender to some love some where around you ... today! Right now! And then ... let in the help that will become available. I’m praying for you Pete. I’ve been there. It gets better.
— Jada Pinkett Smith (@jadapsmith) December 15, 2018
After reading the Instagram post from Pete Davidson, Ariana Grande later followed with one directed at him. "I'm downstairs and I'm not going anywhere if you need anyone or anything," the "Thank U, Next" singer commented in a tweet that has since been deleted. "I know u have everyone u need and that's not me, but i'm here too. [sic]" She also recently had five songs in the hot 100.
Pete Davidson posted a huge cry for help on instagram and an hour later @machinegunkelly drops everything and gets on a plane to see him. That’s what it means to be a good friend and support someone not just when they’re doing well but through their struggles.
— Kennedy Lynn (@KennedyLynnB) December 15, 2018
Sending love 2 all pic.twitter.com/oDeZKMPz12
As can be seen from other tweets, various Celebrities have reached out to Davidson, offering their encouragement during this time. If you know anyone who — including yourself — is battling with suicidal thoughts, call the US National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), day or night. You can also chat online.