Sad Reason Pete Davidson Split From Girlfriend After Having A Kid

Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt have reportedly split, with sources saying they are navigating the breakup while prioritizing co-parenting their daughter, Scottie Rose.

Insiders claim the romance was strained by early parenthood in a fresh relationship and Davidson’s demanding travel schedule, though both are said to still care for each other.

Pete Davidson previously praised Elsie Hewitt’s parenting and spoke about fatherhood reshaping his priorities, just before news of the separation emerged.

A source close to the former couple said Davidson and Hewitt are “still sorting things out as it pertains to their split,” while continuing to co-parent their young daughter, Scottie Rose.

Insiders claim the relationship faced several pressures, particularly adjusting to parenthood so early into their romance.

“They tried to make it work, but there were different stressors, including having a baby together as two people who didn’t yet know each other that well,” the insider told Us Weekly. “They are both trying to make it work and have made accommodations in their schedules for the baby.”

While the pair reportedly made efforts to keep things together and adapt their schedules around raising their daughter, reconciliation is said to be “very unlikely” at this point.

Despite going their separate ways romantically, the source noted that Davidson and Hewitt still care deeply for one another and remain committed to raising Scottie together.

The couple first sparked dating rumors in March 2025 before welcoming their daughter later that year. Their daughter, born in December 2025, was named in honor of Davidson’s late father, a firefighter who died responding to the September 11 attacks.

Pete Davidson On Fatherhood, Elsie Hewitt’s Parenting, And Plans For Expanding Their Family

In previous interviews, Davidson spoke openly about how fatherhood had completely shifted his priorities.

He described Scottie as “the biggest gift” and explained that being away from home now feels far more significant than career or public attention.

The comedian also praised Hewitt’s parenting, saying she naturally adapted to motherhood and was incredibly attentive to their baby’s needs.

Davidson shared that Hewitt constantly monitored Scottie through the baby monitor and genuinely embraced caring for their daughter.

“If [Scottie is] crying, [Elsie] knows exactly what to do. She has, like, little tricks that get her to relax or calm down, and all that stuff is really f-cking cool to watch and see,” he said.

A few weeks before news of the split surfaced, Davidson had even spoken about wanting to grow their family in the future, admitting he already liked the idea of Scottie eventually becoming a big sister despite how overwhelming new parenthood could be.

Following news of the split, additional details emerged about what may have contributed to the breakup.

According to insiders, balancing work commitments with the demands of raising a newborn created tension in the relationship.

One source claimed Davidson’s busy travel schedule became difficult for Hewitt, especially after the birth of their daughter, Scottie Rose.

“Pete has been traveling so much for work, but Elsie was craving more support from him at home after their daughter was born,” one insider said, per reports.

Another source said the former couple is now fully focused on co-parenting and creating the best possible arrangement for their daughter moving forward.

“They are just focusing 100% on Scottie. Working out the best co-parenting solution is their top priority,” the source explained.

Elsie Hewitt Opens Up About Exhaustion Of New Motherhood In Candid Instagram Posts

Despite the breakup, insiders suggest the situation between Davidson and Hewitt remains complicated.

One source told People Magazine that the ex-couple has experienced periods of separation before eventually reconciling, making it unclear whether this split will be permanent.

Earlier this month, reports also surfaced claiming the pair had already been dealing with relationship struggles behind the scenes while adjusting to life as new parents.

Meanwhile, Hewitt recently hinted at the emotional and physical exhaustion of motherhood on social media. On May 14, she shared a tired-looking selfie on her Instagram Stories and opened up about how overwhelming caring for a newborn can be.

“When u finally get screaming baby down for a nap, and u exhale and sit with urself for a sec and realize u haven’t breathed for an hour or peed all day. The silence is deafening,” she wrote. In another post, Hewitt simply added, “I am a zombie,” alongside another close-up selfie.

Pete Davidson Lost A Hefty Sum On A Home Sale Amid His Split From Elsie Hewitt

Separately, the “Saturday Night Live” alum has also made headlines for a major real estate loss.

Davidson recently sold his Staten Island condo for $800,000, taking an estimated $400,000 hit on the property.

According to the New York Post, the comedian originally purchased the home in December 2020 for $1.2 million and later invested in extensive renovations that added significantly to his overall costs.

The sale, which closed on May 13, came just one day before news of his reported breakup with Hewitt surfaced. The property had gone into contract earlier in April, according to reports.