04/23/2026
Pete Davidson recently appeared at CinemaCon with noticeably clearer arms, drawing attention to his ongoing tattoo removal journey.
The comedian has been gradually removing dozens of tattoos, a process that is both time-consuming and expensive. Reports suggest he has already spent over $200,000, with multiple laser sessions required for each piece of ink. Davidson has openly shared that the process can be painful and requires long gaps between treatments for proper healing.
He’s also mentioned that the decision was partly influenced by his acting career, as covering tattoos for film roles can take hours in makeup. Even so, the removal isn’t quick—he estimates it could take up to a decade to fully complete.
His experience highlights just how complex large-scale tattoo removal can be, both physically and financially, especially when starting with extensive body art.
