Things reportedly unraveled quickly between Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt after the arrival of their daughter, Scottie Rose. The couple appeared loved-up in public, on tropical getaways, and in affectionate social media posts. However, insiders now claim the reality behind closed doors was far more complicated.
According to reports, the pressures of parenting exposed major differences between the two stars and ultimately pushed the relationship to a breaking point. Sources further allege that Davidson decided to end things after struggling to adapt to family life.
Pete Davidson reportedly immediately struggled with the realities of fatherhood, according to a source
Insiders claim Davidson had difficulty adjusting to life as a first-time father almost immediately after welcoming his daughter with Hewitt. According to one source, the transition from a whirlwind romance to full-time parenting created stress that neither of them fully expected.
The pair reportedly became serious very quickly after first being linked in March 2025. Soon after, in July, they announced that they were expecting a child together. Friends close to the situation now allege the relationship moved faster than either star was truly prepared for. “They thought having a baby would… bring them closer together,” one insider told Rob Shuter’s “Naughty But Nice.” They added that everyday pressures instead exposed major differences between them.
On the outside, the relationship appeared smooth and glamorous. The couple shared romantic moments online, took vacations together, and celebrated major milestones as fans followed along.
However, behind closed doors, insiders allege Davidson began struggling with the structure and responsibility that came with domestic life. Another source claimed the comedian has a habit of “jumping into relationships” before fully considering the long-term reality.
Sources further allege Hewitt tried to hold the relationship together despite the growing tension. One insider claimed she “fought hard” to make things work, while Davidson allegedly became increasingly certain “he was done.”
The breakup speculation intensified after Hewitt appeared to reference single parenting in a recent TikTok video. In the clip, she spoke openly about exhaustion and balancing work with caring for her infant daughter. She also implied she was doing much of it “on her own,” though a source close to Davidson reportedly disputed that characterization. According to the insider, Davidson continues to support his daughter financially and remains involved in her life.
