Pete Davidson Surprises on ‘SNL’, Jokes About Ferry

Pete Davidson made a stunning return to Saturday Night Live (SNL) during the “Weekend Update” segment. His surprise appearance, introduced by Colin Jost, was a comedic response to a recent article in The New York Times. The article discussed a ferry purchased by Jost and Davidson, labeling it a “money losing fiasco.”

Pete Davidson’s SNL Comeback: Ferry Jokes and More

As Davidson entered the scene, he acknowledged the audience with, “Colin, you’re looking great as ever. [Michael] Che, starting to crack.” The comedian didn’t shy away from humor related to his personal life. He touched on various topics, including an upcoming appearance at the Riyadh Comedy Festival and the announcement of his impending fatherhood.

Jokes About the Staten Island Ferry

• Davidson’s joke about the ferry included: “In case you’re wondering why I had to do a show in Saudi Arabia, we’re losing millions on this ferry.”
• He humorously remarked on the expensive nature of news articles: “I can’t spend $5 on a paywall when I got a kid on the way.”
• The duo also humorously renamed their ferry “Titanic 2,” claiming the original name sounded too bleak.

In response to Davidson’s quips, Jost added, “Recently, we got paid by Nike to put an ad on it for the New York City Marathon.” This exchange highlighted their comedic chemistry and made light of the ferry’s financial troubles.

Tribute to Lorne Michaels

During the segment, Davidson took a playful jab at SNL’s producer, Lorne Michaels, stating, “If Lorne Michaels has taught us anything, it’s that you never ever give up.” Furthermore, Davidson expressed his admiration for Michaels, emphasizing his willingness to return to SNL if requested. He stated, “I had a great time hosting last time, and anytime you get that call, it’s an honor and a privilege.”

Pete Davidson served as a cast member on SNL from 2014 to 2022. Since his departure, he has returned multiple times as a host and has made several cameo appearances. The episode was hosted by Nikki Glaser, with Sombr as the musical guest.