Pete Davidson is thinking about how to explain 9/11 to his daughter
New York Post • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Pete Davidson, who lost his firefighter father in 9/11, finds the 25th anniversary deeply emotional but also healing as he spends it with his daughter named after his dad.
- Davidson is co-hosting a 9/11 comedy benefit with Jon Stewart at Madison Square Garden to raise funds for first responders and their families, aiming to honor their heroism while offering a positive way to remember the day.
- He reflects on the importance of supporting 9/11 survivors and first responders, emphasizing the personal connection and community spirit that defines New York in the face of tragedy.
- Davidson criticizes the trivialization of 9/11 through internet memes and seeks to reclaim the anniversary as a day of respectful remembrance and celebration of resilience rather than sadness.
- He values the therapeutic role of America’s Camp for children affected by 9/11, highlighting the lasting bonds formed among those who share the experience of loss and healing.
