I’m No Pete Davidson, But I Can Still Appreciate And Follow The Life Advice He Got From Adam Sandler And Eddie Murphy

This year, 2025, has been significant for Pete Davidson. He’s made a mark with his role in the chilling horror movie titled “The Home,” and he’s also featured in Prime Video’s top action-comedy at the moment. Additionally, there was an exciting announcement about him becoming a parent alongside his girlfriend Elsie Hewitt. Although “The Pickup” isn’t among the year’s most favorably received comedies (and my own review wasn’t exempt from criticism), Davidson has found valuable guidance from his veteran “SNL” co-star Eddie Murphy, along with Adam Sandler, in both personal and professional aspects of his life.

Discussing matters with EW, Davidson noted that shared experiences such as childhood hardships and early performances on SNL bonded him strongly with Eddie Murphy during the creation of The Pickup. This connection has grown to the extent that Murphy now offers wise guidance to the younger comedian, a role similar to what Adam Sandler holds for him. Davidson mentioned casually that he frequently chats with “Uncle Adam”. Reflecting on the importance of this advice at this stage in his life, Davidson stated:

“Both these icons’ counsel is crucial for me right now.

As I navigate through my current experiences, I find solace in knowing that they’ve been there before me. Consequently, it’s incredibly beneficial to be able to converse with them. Whenever the opportunity arises, I eagerly seek their wisdom, often in the form of fatherly guidance. Adam and Eddie have been thriving in their field for over three decades, an achievement that is quite extraordinary, especially in comedy. This longevity can be attributed to their exceptional character, rigorous work ethic, and a brilliant team. Therefore, I strive to learn from them as much as possible.

Regarding particular opinions, Davidson stated that Adam Sandler strongly believes actors ought never to peruse criticisms about their films. On the other hand, Eddie Murphy promptly recommended Sandler, the veteran of Bupkis, to maintain a clean slate, using those very words.

Eddie essentially said, “Carry on with your current path, you’re doing fine.” He also added, “Stay away from trouble.” It’s worth noting that neither Eddie nor Adam were involved in the party scene. This, I believe, is one of the reasons they are so focused and successful. Despite my past experiences, their quickness, sharpness, love, and overall success make them stand out as always grounded and thriving.

Pete Davidson openly discusses his past challenges with substance abuse, which makes him particularly attentive when collaborating with actors who’ve had lengthy careers without any reputation for excessive drinking. For the younger comedian, witnessing two of his role models thriving at the pinnacle of their professions serves as a powerful motivation to stay focused and committed to his own path.

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