Pete Davidson's Body Transformation Takes Center Stage After Baby News

Nearly two weeks after welcoming his first child, Pete Davidson is giving fans an unexpected glimpse into a deeply personal transformation.

New photos reveal not just a proud new father, but a comedian whose physical appearance reflects years of sobriety, self-reflection, and change.

As fatherhood begins, Davidson's evolving body tells a story that has been unfolding quietly for years.

The latest images, shared on Instagram by Davidson's girlfriend Elsie Hewitt, capture an intimate and joyful moment.

The comedian is seen shirtless, cradling their newborn daughter, Scottie, who arrived on December 12.

Sitting on a couch with the baby resting against him, Davidson's once heavily tattooed arms now appear largely bare, with only faint remnants visible on his shoulders and chest.

In another photo, Hewitt holds baby Scottie, who is wrapped snugly in a pink blanket.

The post was accompanied by a simple but emotional caption from the new mom to her 1.1 million followers. She wrote, "MY BEST FRIENDS."

The understated message underscored the closeness and warmth of the moment, offering a rare look at Davidson's private life during a major transition.

Davidson's dramatically altered appearance did not happen overnight.

The former "Saturday Night Live" star began the tattoo removal process back in 2020, a decision that coincided with a major turning point in his life.

Reports indicate he has spent approximately $200,000 on the years-long process.

Earlier this year, a source explained to PEOPLE Magazine that the actor "just woke up one day and wanted them gone, and it's been a years-long process."

Another insider added that Davidson "has been sober since September" of the previous year and "gained twenty pounds" as part of what was described as a "fresh start."

That same source noted how positive the changes have been, saying, "Things are really going well for him, everything is moving in the right direction, and he's been receiving fantastic reviews for the movie," referencing his film "Dog Man."

Together, the physical changes and career momentum suggested a deliberate effort to reshape both his image and his life.

Davidson has been candid about the tattoo removal experience, even admitting it has not been easy.

During an appearance on the "Today" show, he described the process bluntly, calling it "pretty terrible."

He offered a warning to viewers considering body ink, saying, "So if anybody out there is watching and thinking about getting a tattoo, make sure you really want to get it."

At one point, he lifted his arm to show how much had faded and remarked, "It's pretty gone."

He also explained the emotional motivation behind the decision, sharing, "I got sober, and I saw myself in the mirror, and I was like, 'Nah. Who that?' I was like, 'I got to change it up a little bit.'"

That sense of self-reckoning continued during a later visit to "Late Night With Seth Meyers." Davidson admitted he underestimated how long the process would take.

"No, I didn't realize it would take - like, when I'm 40, it'll all be gone, like the chest and the back," he said.

He went on to detail the commitment required, noting, "It's at least seven visits," before adding, "And if it's black and white, it's a little easier. But if it's a color tattoo, it takes forever."

When asked if there was a particular tattoo he was happy to see disappear, Davidson didn't hesitate. "All of them," he replied.

Reflecting on the choices behind the ink, he added, "Well, I made a lot of those decisions when, you know, before rehab. So I got the dumbest tattoos."

The tattoo removal journey has been just one visible piece of a broader effort to prioritize mental health.

Pete Davidson has reportedly been sober for around a year and has sought treatment multiple times in recent years.

In July 2024, he checked into a wellness facility to address PTSD and borderline personality disorder. He had also spent time in a similar facility in 2023.

A source close to the actor told PEOPLE that mental health has "always been a priority" for him. Another insider elaborated, saying, "Pete will often check himself into rehab to work on these issues. His friends and family have been supportive during this time."

Davidson has spoken openly about these struggles for years. In a 2018 interview with Variety, he shared that he has "been in and out of mental health facilities" since the age of nine.

Reflecting on that period, he said, "The last few years have been real rough with me. I took all these mental health classes and really spent a lot of time getting me good."

His openness has often been linked to personal tragedy. Davidson lost his father, a Staten Island firefighter, during the 9/11 attacks when he was just seven years old, a loss that has shaped much of his emotional life and public honesty.

While Pete Davidson's transformation has been unfolding for years, the arrival of his daughter marks a powerful new milestone.

Elsie Hewitt announced Scottie's birth on Instagram, sharing photos of the newborn and writing, "our perfect angel girl arrived 12/12/2025 scottie rose hewitt davidson."

She followed with a heartfelt message, "My best work yet, I am absolutely overflowing with love and gratitude and disbelief. - elsie. wu tang forever. - pete."

Hewitt has also been candid about the emotional intensity of early motherhood.

In a selfie posted to her Instagram Stories, she admitted to feeling overwhelmed with love, writing, "to all the moms, do you also just sit and stare at your baby and cry at how much you love them. And can't believe it's yours and that your body made this perfect thing and you don't even know how to handle how in love you are so you just start crying."

Even amid the joy, the early days were not without challenges. Hewitt revealed that she had to undergo a wisdom tooth extraction just one day after giving birth.

Sharing a photo of her swollen jaw wrapped in an ice pack, she asked, "Who else had to get a wisdom tooth removed directly from the hospital the day after they gave birth?"

As Davidson settles into fatherhood, his nearly erased tattoos, renewed health, and growing family reflect a reinvention years in the making.

The transformation on display is not just physical, but deeply personal, signaling a new era defined by healing, responsibility, and love.