The Fallout from Kanye’s Shocking “Pete 1.0” Tweets
Pete Davidson, the stand‑up star known for his candor about living with Borderline Personality Disorder, recently found himself on the receiving end of a nasty verbal onslaught from none other than Kanye West.
A Rough Start to the Week
Kanye’s Tinder‑style “I’d Crush Pete” lyric – In January, the 45‑year‑old rapper dropped a line in Eazy that read, “God saved me from the crash so I can beat Pete Davidson’s a.”
Insane Instagram war – In February, Kanye posted a wacky parody of a New York Times front page titled “Skete Davidson is Dead at Age 28.”
The “SKETE” bomb squad – He followed up with a barrage of out‑of‑control messages, threatening to “destroy your family” if you do nothing to protect your spouse and kids.
All of this left Pete feeling rattled and had him turning to therapy to keep his mental health in check.
Kim’s Reaction
Kim Kardashian, who has never hidden her anger about Kanye’s Instagram posts, called the “SKETE” tweets “dangerous and scary.” She even demanded the captions be taken down and threatened legal action if the tweets were not removed.
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What’s at Stake for Pete
Frontline on BPD – Pete’s own struggles with emotional instability were spotlighted when he saw his divorce from Ariana Grande in 2018.
Hard‑wired to talk about it – On WTF with Marc Maron (2017), he shared how he began having “mental breakdowns” that were, as he put it, “blind rage.”
Taking control – After declining to get into rehab, he dropped weed, hoping to get his mind back on track. A psychiatrist after a series of tests finally diagnosed him with Borderline Personality Disorder.
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The After‑math
Below are the steps Pete is taking to cope with this harassment:
Token therapy – He is currently working with a trauma therapist focused specifically on public attacks.
Protective boundaries – He’s been told to stay away from the “SKETE” meme spreaders, including the controversial “Kanye West 2.0.”
Future‑forward outlook – In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Pete highlighted that although he is still unsettled by whether his relationship with Kim works, he remains fully concentrated on his upcoming projects and personal growth.
Bottom Line
Kanye’s trolling had an unintended effect: it delivered a nasty dose of negativity to Pete, a man already prone to over‑reacting to stress. By consulting specialized professionals and staying true to a future‑focused mindset, Pete is taking the hits he’s got and moving forward as only one of the witty Instagram veterans can.
Good luck, Pete. Remember, you’re not alone. Social media may be a monster, but you’re a sturdy, funny guy who can handle any “SKETE” thrown at you.*
