His dad was a New York City firefighter who died in service during the September 11, 2001 attacks. He was last seen running up the stairs of the Marriott World Trade Center, just before it collapsed.
Pete Davidson Calls Bob Saget ‘One of the Nicest Men on the Planet’ in Tribute After His Death
Pete Davidson is remembering Bob Saget for the kind individual that he was.
On Sunday evening, shortly after news of Saget’s death broke, Davidson, 28, penned a tribute to the late television star in a statement that was shared on Twitter by SNL writer and stand-up comedian Dave Sirus.
“Bob Saget was one of the nicest men on the planet,” Davidson wrote in his statement.
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“When I was younger and several times throughout our friendship he helped me get through some rough mental health stuff. He stayed on the phone with my mom for hours trying to help in anyway he can – connecting us with doctors and new things we can try,” he continued. “He would check in on me and make sure I was okay.”
Added Davidson: “I love you Bob it was an honor to know you. Thank you for your kindness and friendship. My condolences to the family.”
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On Sunday, Saget was found dead in his hotel room at the Ritz-Carlton in Orlando following a performance in Jacksonville, Fla., on Saturday night. TMZ was first to break the news. He was 65.
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Saget’s death on Sunday after deputies were called just after 4 p.m. local time. “Earlier today, deputies were called to the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes for a call about an unresponsive man in a hotel room. The man was identified as Robert Saget and pronounced deceased on scene. Detectives found no signs of foul play or drug use in this case,” the Florida officials wrote on Twitter.
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Philadelphia-born Saget was most famous for his role as Danny Tanner on the sitcom Full House in the ’80s and ’90s. His other notable credits included the reboot Fuller House, How I Met Your Mother, and America’s Funniest Home Videos, as well as his many years doing standup.
Saget leaves behind wife Kelly Rizzo and his three daughters — Aubrey, Lara, and Jennifer — who he shares with first wife Sherri Kramer.
Shortly after the news of Saget’s death, other celebrities — who were both fans and friends — expressed their grief over his passing in an outpouring of heartfelt tributes shared on social media as well.
Saget’s longtime costar John Stamos tweeted, “I am broken. I am gutted. I am in complete and utter shock. I will never ever have another friend like him. I love you so much Bobby.”
“BOB … it was great to know you … Oh are you going to make God blush,” Henry Winkler tweeted.
“I’m stunned beyond belief — @bobsaget has died,” Dane Cook wrote. “I’m confused and sad here… I just spoke with him a couple days ago and we just had the most beautiful podcast chat over the holidays. I loved him. I can not believe this.”
Added Joel McHale in his own statement: “I’m so shocked at @bobsaget’s passing. One of the most kind & thoughtful people I’ve ever come across & he just happened to be one of the funniest on the planet. I will miss you so much Bob. Love you dear friend. I’m so sorry @kellyrizzo. And so sorry to the rest of the family.”
Pete Davidson performs with Jack Harlow following baecation with Kim K
Pete Davidson hit the stage with rapper Jack Harlow Friday night, shortly after his return from The Bahamas with girlfriend, Kim Kardashian.
In fan footage shared on social media, Harlow, 23, is seen performing “SUVs (Black on Black)” at The Novo in Los Angeles when Davidson, 28, joins him onstage, covering the chorus solo as Harlow stepped back and gave the “Saturday Night Live” star the stage.
The duo previously worked together during Harlow’s turn as “SNL’s” musical guest, where they parodied Eminem’s 2002 track, “Without Me.”
The boys night out follows Davidson’s return from a brief vacation with Kardashian. The pair are reportedly “really happy together” after their three-day getaway.
“Things are going great between them. They’re taking things slow, but both are really happy when they’re together,” one source told Page Six.
Pete Davidson has opened up about the relief he felt after being diagnosed with borderline personality disorder. The Saturday Night Live and King of Staten Island star was diagnosed with BPD in 2017
Kim Kardashian’s romance with Pete Davidson is just what she needs amid her divorce from Kanye West, sources tell PEOPLE. A source says the pair’s “relationship is just perfect” for the 41-year-old SKIMS founder, who filed for divorce from Kanye West in February after nearly seven years of marriage
While Davidson has a prolific dating life, he has not yet been married or had children. He previously bought a house with his mother, where he stayed in his own space in the basement, according to Inman. However, in 2021, he bought a two-bedroom apartment in Staten Island for $1.2 million where he now lives alone